Vernon American Legion Hosting Halloween Events for Community

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

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.

Vernon's Cornerstone Again Hosting Free Halloween Costume Boutique

Cornerstone is continuing its Halloween tradition in 2026.

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.

Vernon Trash, Recycling Collections Delayed For Labor Day

The upcoming holiday collection schedule has been posted in Vernon.

Labor Day In Vernon: What's Open, What's Closed

From a brand partner: From grocery runs and home projects to city services and library hours, here's what to know before heading out.

Vernon's July In The Sky Celebration Pays Tribute To America's 250th

It was a special July in the Sky fireworks display as Vernon paid tribute to America's 250th anniversary.

Vernon Police Outline Road Closures, Parking Restrictions For July In The Sky

Vernon's annual fireworks event is on tap for Wednesday and it comes with traffic restrictions.

Fireworks Near Me: Remaining July 4 Events Around Vernon For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Vernon.

Public Works Closure Shifts July 3 Trash, Recycling Pickup In Town

A holiday trash schedule is in effect for the Fourth of July in Vernon.

Fourth Of July Fireworks 2026: Shows In And Near Vernon

Here is a sampling of Fourth of July-Related events for 2026 close to Vernon, especially the local July in the Sky event.

Vernon Operating 3 Supervised Public Swimming Areas This Summer

Vernon public swimming season is set to begin.

2026 Vernon July in the Sky Fireworks Show To Feature A 'Special Effect' For America's 250th

Vernon annually hosts a showcase Fourth of July celebration.

Pair Of Memorial Day Weekend Parades On Tap In Vernon

Vernon has two parades this weekend.

From Gettysburg To Petersburg To Grove Hill —  Civil War Heroes Honored In Vernon Tradition

On the Thursday before Memorial Day, a Civil War remembrance ceremony takes place in Vernon.

Vernon On Memorial Day Weekend: As Unique As It gets

Memorial Day 2026 is full of activity in Vernon, and that's the tradition.

Memorial Day Changes Trash, Recycling Pickups In Vernon

Refuse and recycling pickups will change for the upcoming holiday.

Mother's Day Dining In Vernon: Options Abound

In Vernon, there are plenty of Mother's Day dining options to choose from.

Valley Falls Part Of DEEP 2026 Spring Fishing Day

The state DEEP is to host public trout stocking events across Connecticut.

It's Pothole Season 2026 — How To Report Them In Vernon

Local Department of Public Works crews are ready to take on potholes.

Presidents Day 2026 Impacts Announced In Vernon

Monday is Presidents Day, with towns and cities across Connecticut announcing multiple impacts on services.

Vernon Officials: Snowplows And Mailboxes Can Peacefully Co-Exist — Sort Of

Vernon officials have sent out reminders about the relationship between plows and mailboxes and basketball hoops.

MLK Day Prompting Trash Schedule Change In Vernon

The MLK trash schedule has been posted in Vernon.

Curbside Christmas Tree Collection Set To Begin In Vernon

Real Christmas trees will be picked up curbside in Vernon and turned into mulch.

Vernon Fire Department Pulls It Off: 500 Holiday Gifts Delivered To Local Children

The Vernon Fire Department's Toys for Tikes program distributed 500 holiday gifts to local children Monday, 100 percent more than in 2024.

Holidays Bringing Slight Changes To Trash Schedule In Vernon

If delays occur, residents should leave bins at the curb.

Holiday Cheer At Vernon's Central Park Joined By A Sobering Presence For 2025

Theres an added presence to the monuments that grace the area near Vernon Town Hall each holiday season.

With Requests Doubled, Vernon Fire Department Issues Urgent Plea For Holiday Gift Donations

The Vernon Fire Department has issued an urgent plea for help in its Toys for Tikes program.

Image Gallery: Weekend Snowfall Makes Henry Park Light Tour In Vernon A Winter Wonderland

Vernon's drive-through holiday light display is in full swing.

It's Time Again for a holiday tradition at the American Legion Post 14 — Breakfast With Santa

The Legion is also sponsoring a toy drive. Gifts will be used for the annual kids holiday party.

Gift Requests Up 30 Percent For Vernon Fire Department's Toys For Tikes Program

A surge in requests this year has prompted a "stuff a fire truck" drive for Sunday and a plea for gifts from Vernon Social Services.

A Vernon Holiday Season Tradition — Toys For Tikes — In Need Of Donations

It's time again for toy donations for a holiday program run by The Vernon Fire Department.

Thanksgiving Holiday Prompts Major Change In Vernon Trash Schedule

There is a change coming for the holiday trash and recycling pickups in Vernon.

Vernon Again Offering Drive-Through Holiday Light Display

An early soft opening is being planned for Vernon's annual drive-through holiday light display.

Vernon's Winterfest To Carry On Several Local Traditions

The date has been set for Vernon Winterfest 2025.

Vets Day Holiday Changing Vernon Trash Schedule

Vernon trash and recycling pickups will be revised next with with Veterans Day.

5 Ways For Vernon Residents To Observe Veterans Day In Connecticut

Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Vernon's Annual Drive-Through Trunk-Or-Treat Event On Tap For Next Week

A Vernon Halloween tradition is on for next week.

American Legion Hosting Special Halloween Event In Vernon

The American Legion Post 14 in Vernon is sponsoring a special Halloween "Spootacular" costume event on Oct 31.

Leaf Season Bumping Bulky Waste Pickups In Vernon

"We will temporarily pause the bulky waste pick-up program to focus on leave collection," the DPW director said.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.