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LocalFILE PHOTOVernon / Local
The Tolland and northwestern Windham warning ended at 7:30 p.m. Friday. NWS active-alert data checked after 8 p.m. showed no replacement severe-thunderstorm warning for Connecticut; this is not an all-clear for local hazards.
SportsSTORY PHOTOMansfield / Sports
Gabriel White won the October 10 Boys Medium race, ahead of Ellington’s Alexander Bianchi; Fitch and Rockville runners also placed in the top five.
LocalSTORY PHOTOVernon / Local
Connecticut Main Street Center announced funding October 13 for public artwork at the Cornerstone Foundation on Route 74.
Police & FireSTORY PHOTOTolland / Police & Fire
October reports cite state police allegations; court appearance scheduled for October 14.
CourtsFILE PHOTOVernon / Courts
Jacqueline Pelphrey pleaded guilty October 6; federal prosecutors say December 29 sentencing is scheduled in Bridgeport.
BusinessSTORY PHOTOVernon / Business
Permit planning is underway at 212 Talcottville Road, Patch reports.
Police & FireFILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
South Windsor police reported an October 7 arrest; guilt has not been established.
CourtsFILE PHOTOVernon / Courts
The state’s August announcement lists an October 23 sentencing date in Rockville.
Police & FireFILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
The town reported 362 validated violations during its first month; camera enforcement now carries a civil penalty.
LocalFILE PHOTOVernon / Local
CTDOT plans a virtual meeting on the Route 527 safety project; comments are due November 10.
From bordering towns: Bolton, Coventry, Ellington, Tolland.
LocalFILE PHOTOCoventry / Local
Applications are due November 12 for a new program with department visits and nine sessions beginning November 18.
LocalFILE PHOTOCoventry / Local
An organizer says just over $4,900 in Connecticut Sea Grant support will help establish property reviews and recognition around Coventry Lake. A spring launch is planned; enrollment has not been announced.
Police & FireFILE PHOTOCoventry / Police & Fire
Coventry police say Boston Turnpike is back open after Thursday morning’s crash near Richmond Road. Earlier transport details remain attributed to WFSB.
LocalFILE PHOTOCoventry / Local
The town’s posted plan routes through traffic via Parker Bridge Road and Route 6, with December 1 listed as the completion target.
LocalFILE PHOTOCoventry / Local
September 21 draft minutes record two 4–2 votes. The ordinance packet includes hardship and appeal protections, but its insurer-billing language differs from the meeting account.
ElectionsFILE PHOTOBolton / Elections
The official sample ballots distinguish two House contests and a common Senate District 4 race.
LocalFILE PHOTOEastern CT / Local
CTDOT proposes clearer pavement lines, renewed signs and selective trimming; construction is anticipated in 2028.
LocalSTORY PHOTOTolland / Local
Today’s WFSB report connects the returning display with Tolland Explorers Post 40.
CourtsFILE PHOTOTolland / Courts
September 30 sentencing included conduct involving Birch Grove Primary School; restitution remained unresolved.
EducationFILE PHOTOTolland / Education
Tolland Youth Services and partner agencies are offering a 12-week program, according to Patch.
LocalFILE PHOTOEllington / Local
Officials are reviewing farmland impacts, resource demand and future zoning rules.
Police & FireFILE PHOTOEllington / Police & Fire
The town identifies the veteran state trooper as its new resident sergeant.
LocalFILE PHOTOEllington / Local
The town’s announcement describes a background in county financial planning and operating and capital budgets.
LocalFILE PHOTOBolton / Local
CTDOT lists overnight lane closures on a 2.59-mile stretch from near Notch Road to the Andover town line.
CourtsFILE PHOTOWillington / Courts
An August 25 state release reports the sentence imposed after a Coventry crash and Rockville jury verdict.
BusinessFILE PHOTOEllington / Business
Businesses with taxable personal property in town face a 25% assessment penalty for late or missing filings.
ElectionsFILE PHOTOCoventry / Elections
Voting Districts 1 and 2 share the listed congressional and legislative districts; voters also face charter amendments.
Oct 25, 2026 · 2:00 PM · Connecticut Golf Land, 95 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT
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