5 Things To Know In Vernon: Overnight Route 31 Paving, $250 School Bus Camera Fines And More

Route 31 paving runs overnight into Monday in Vernon, $250 school bus camera fines are in effect, and absentee ballots are available.

Vernon American Legion Hosting Halloween Events for Community

Family friendly Legion festivities will bring Halloween fun to the local community.

Connecticut-Based European-Style Bakery and Cafe Expanding Into Vernon

A Vernon strip plaza has a new commitment.

Vernon Woman Charged With DUI In South Windsor

South Windsor police said they found the 36-year-old driver and a child in a parked car on Chapel Road.

Milling, Paving Work Will Lead To Lane Closures, Delays In Vernon

Motorists should expect lane closures, delays and road closures during the work.

Vernon Weekend Guide: A Murder Mystery Dinner, A Spooky Puppet Show And A Church Fall Fest

A murder mystery dinner theater and a Halloween puppet show at the Rockville library plus a church fall fest fill.

Where Vernon Residents Can Get Pumpkins This Fall In Tolland County

Where To Pick Pumpkins in Tolland County This Fall — And How To Carve Them.

Park Hike and Museum Tours This Weekend

Nature and History Highlighted at Valley Falls

Here Are The Cheapest, Most Expensive Places To Get Gas In Vernon

As the topic of gas is on everyone's minds, here is a look at how much it costs to buy gas in Vernon.

Vernon Woman Arrested After Task Force Narcotics Investigation: Police

Investigators were executing two search warrants related to the investigation.

New Restaurant Featuring 'West African Flavors' Officially Opens In Vernon

Taste of African Cuisine was officially welcomed by the mayor Friday.

Vegetable Farm Among 26 New Vernon Businesses Registered In September

The latest businesses to register with the state out of Vernon.

Vernon's Cornerstone Again Hosting Free Halloween Costume Boutique

Cornerstone is continuing its Halloween tradition in 2026.

Governor Sees State Aid In Action At Old Mill In Vernon

Gov. Ned Lamont Wednesday had a first-hand look at what all that state aid is doing to preserve the historic Daniel's Mill building.

Governor, State Ag Commissioner, Hail "Real" Farm-To-Table School Meals At Rockville High School

A celebration of CT Grown for CT Kids Week started a bit early in Vernon Wednesday.

Vernon Establishment Finalist For Major Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association Award

The CRAZIES Awards make up an annual event recognizing restaurants, hotels, chefs, hospitality workers and businesses across the state.

Vernon School Bus Cams Capture 362 Motorists Illegally Passing Buses During First Month Of Program

Now, it's real — $250 fines for motorists who illegally pass school buses began this week in Vernon.

Carol Piscitelli Obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Carol Piscitelli Obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Death Takes A Bow - Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

October 10th at Rockville Public Library

Uncooperative Driver Complicates Accident Scene In Vernon: Police

The crash took place Saturday.

October In Vernon: Fall Fun, Festivals & More

From a brand partner: Mark those calendars! There's lots happening this season — here are some events worth checking out.

Flock Camera 'Hits' Lead Police To Missing 90-Year-Old Vernon Man On Long Island

A missing elderly man from Vernon was located safe Thursday night, police said.

The Rockville Mural: Artist Offers A Guided Interpretation

The Rockville mural, "Threads of Community," is a public art installation sponsored by the Vernon Cultural District and others.

Vernon Police Hoping For 'Flock Camera Hit' In Efforts To Locate Missing 90-Year-Old Man

The man left his home Thursday morning in a 2016 silver Honda HR-V.

5 Super Athletes With Ties To Vernon

From a brand partner: Meet five standout athletes with ties to the area whose accomplishments have made their mark on the sports world.

Suspected Drunken Moped Rider Intercepted In Vernon: Police

A stop sign became a go sign for a man suspected of operating a moped while drunk in Vernon, police said.

New 'Threads of Community' Mural Taking Shape in Vernon's Rockville Section

The mural is part of an effort to expand public art and arts activity in Vernon's historic downtown area.

Absentee Ballot Applications Available for Nov. 3 Election in Vernon

Ballots will be available from the Town Clerk beginning next month.

Vernon Pet Pantry Collects 1,900 Pounds of Pet Food After Urgent Appeal

The need for pet food continues, however.

Roof Comes Off Old Mill Complex In Vernon

The future hope is to convert the old mill into a residential and retail presence in the Downtown Rockville area.

Vernon Police Department To Conduct Police Officer Testing

The exam is for people interested in becoming police officers and serving the Vernon community.

Strong Family Farm Opens Registration For 15th Annual Scarecrow Contest

Categories include family, adult groups, youth groups, businesses and traditional scarecrows.

Former Funeral Director Accused Of Ripping Off Clients Agrees To Plea, Will Serve 7-Plus Years

Phillip Pietras appeared in Rockville Superior Court before Judge Christopher Griffin Friday.

Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Vernon

Vernon's real estate market has traded at wildly different per-square-foot rates this month.

Vernon Establishment Featured On New Connecticut Haunted Trail Map

The new Connecticut Haunted Trail spans nine categories.

Vernon Cultural District Hosting Interactive Murder Mystery Event

"Death Takes A Bow" will feature two performances and catered dinner at the Rockville Public Library.

Theater Returns to Downtown Vernon

"Death Takes a Bow" Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theater at Rockville Public Library

CT DOT Releases Plans For Rumble Strips On Parts Of West Street In Vernon

Vernon's mayor: "Cars and trucks travel West Street at all hours of the day and the noise is going to be constant."

Vernon Police Begin Series Of Active Shooter Training Exercises At Elementary School

Training sessions are planned for four evenings in September and October, with increased police activity expected along Skinner Road.

Courtney, Smith Intro Bill Blocking Transfer Of Qatari-Gifted 747 From Air Force To Trump Library

Courtney made the announcement Monday.