Eric Bedner

John Kleinhans said that to begin in his new role, the first focus will be to hear the concerns and priorities of residents and town employees.

A $625,000 federal grant has been awarded to the Vernon ROCKS Coalition for youth substance use prevention.

The Vernon Fire Department is accepting donations for its annual Toys for Tikes program at various locations in town.

Enfield Board of Education Vice Chairman Peter Jonaitis announced his resignation, citing partisan disputes and the elimination of middle school sports.

Vernon will host Winterfest on Friday with a parade, lighting of the tree in Central Park, lighting of the snowflake in Henry Park, and the arrival of Santa.

Enfield will receive a $4 million grant from the state to clean up contamination at the former mill property at 33 North River St.

Former Vernon Town Hall greeter Gertrude "Trudy" Roberts died on her birthday, Nov. 16, less than a month after she retired from her position after 37 years.

Enfield has settled a tax assessment lawsuit with Enfield Square mall owner Namdar Realty Group, leading to a significantly higher property value.

A new developer is proposing a 44-unit apartment complex in Glastonbury, citing the same Connecticut affordable housing law that led to a lawsuit.

Enfield has set a public hearing on a proposal that would prohibit the use of tobacco, nicotine and cannabis products on public property.