Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
- Vernon, CT
Email: chris.dehnel@patch.com
Bio: I am a founding editor at Patch and back for Round 2 of the online news journey.
in addition to Vernon, which is my original site, I am managing the Tolland, Manchester, Stafford-Willington, Glastonbury and Rocky Hill sites in addition to UConn news.
I have covered sports, news, business and snow sports in my 35-plus years as a journalist.
Posting Activity
Vernon|News|
Vernon's Maple Street School Celebrates 100 Years Of Educating
Thursday was a centennial celebration at Maple Street School.
Vernon|News|
Memorial Day Holiday Changing Vernon Trash Schedule
The holiday trash schedule has been posted in Vernon.
Stafford-Willington, CT|News|
Gordon Endorsed For Re-Election In 35th Senate District
Dr. Jeff Gordon this week was unanimously endorsed for re-election as the Republican candidate for state senate in the 35th District.
Middletown, CT|News|
Slur Or Misunderstanding? Middletown, Colchester State Their Cases
A song led to a debate over slurs or misunderstandings and then a resignation after a middle school track meet.
Stafford-Willington, CT|News|
Willington Man Charged In Woodstock Armed Home Invasion, Standoff
Two men — one from Willington — were charged after entering a home in Woodstock with baseball bats.
Tolland, CT|News|
Tolland Officials Studying Local Impact Of Electric Blue Indictment
Tolland officials are looking into potential local ramifications in light of a federal indictment against a local strip joint.
Middletown, CT|News|
Alcohol Ban Imposed At State Park In Middletown
Wadsworth Falls State Park is one of several with a new alcohol ban.
Glastonbury, CT|News|
Forest Lane In Glastonbury Closed For Emergency Culvert Replacement
A pipe failed at Roaring Brook, forcing officials in Glastonbury to close a section of Forest Lane.
Vernon|News|
Coffee With The Chief A Big Hit In Vernon
Coffee with the Chief was a chance for new Vernon police chief Marc Petruzzi to get to know the folks in town.
Tolland, CT|News|
Tolland Strip Joint Owner, Staffers Charged With Sex, Tax Crimes
A 12-count federal indictment has charged the owner and staff members with various prostitution- and tax-related crimes.
Stafford-Willington, CT|News|
Man Charged With Manslaughter In Stafford Woman's Overdose Death
A warrant was served Thursday in connection with a Stafford woman's overdose death, state police said.
Manchester, CT|News|
July Manchester Police Shooting 'Justified,' Inspector General Says
A Manchester police officer was justified in firing on a knife-wielding assailant during a domestic call over the summer, a report says.
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
Tweets Against Mansfield Store Turn Customer Into Jailbird: Warrant
Social media threats against a store in Mansfield have led to charges being filed and a man in custody, according to a warrant.
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester PD Canine Dakota One Well-Dressed Dog
A Manchester police dog has a new vest, courtesy of Spike's K9 Fund.
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester Observing Memorial Day With Service, Parade
Manchester is honoring fallen veterans with its traditional service and parade.
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
No. 1 Recruit Sarah Strong Officially Signs With UConn
UConn head coach Geno Auriemma announced a major signing Tuesday.
Vernon|News|
150-Plus Cell Phone Tickets Issued In Vernon During April Campaign
Vernon police were out in force last month on distracted driving details.
Middletown, CT|News|
Middletown House Fire Displaces 3 Residents
A house fire broke out over the weekend in Middletown.
Tolland, CT|News|
Pickaxe-Wielding Neighbor Facing Charges In Tolland: State Police
A man went at his neighbor with a pickaxe over the weekend in Tolland, state police said.