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Vernon receives $5,000 grant for Rockville welcome mural
Connecticut Main Street Center announced funding October 13 for public artwork at the Cornerstone Foundation on Route 74.
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UConn coach faces charges tied to August Tolland crash
October reports cite state police allegations; court appearance scheduled for October 14.
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Vernon business owner admits $1.3 million health-care fraud
Jacqueline Pelphrey pleaded guilty October 6; federal prosecutors say December 29 sentencing is scheduled in Bridgeport.
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Doro Marketplace signs lease for Vernon café location
Permit planning is underway at 212 Talcottville Road, Patch reports.
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Vernon resident faces DUI and child-endangerment charges
South Windsor police reported an October 7 arrest; guilt has not been established.
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Vernon man pleaded guilty to sexual-assault and trafficking charges; October sentencing listed
The state’s August announcement lists an October 23 sentencing date in Rockville.
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Vernon school-bus camera program moves from warnings to $250 fines
The town reported 362 validated violations during its first month; camera enforcement now carries a civil penalty.
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Vernon West Street rumble-strip proposal goes to October 27 public meeting
CTDOT plans a virtual meeting on the Route 527 safety project; comments are due November 10.
Coming up in Vernon
All calendarsStrong Family Farm Harvest Festival & Craft Fair
Oct 18, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Strong Family Farm, 274 West Street, Vernon
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