The Avon Volunteer Fire Department said more than 150 women have served the department since its founding in 1943.
The suspect, who pleaded not guilty, faces 11 federal counts tied to $3.3M fraud; released on $50K bond.
Although he retired in 2001, the beloved Avon resident and community servant still maintained a presence within the department.
The residential structure fire came as the town was being battered by a blizzard on Monday morning.
Warmer temperatures are expected to melt existing snow, potentially creating flooding hazards around homes and businesses in Avon.
Units from Farmington, Avon, Canton, and Simsbury tended to the smoky blaze on Wednesday afternoon.
The 35-year Avon Volunteer Fire Department veteran started as an explorer and worked his way up through the ranks.
She was sworn in recently during a special ceremony with family and colleagues.
The Avon Volunteer Fire Department recently honored several members for their milestones and accomplishments.
The Avon Volunteer Fire Department recently announced several new members/promotions within its firefighting/explorer ranks.
The Avon PD this week issued an alert that reports of vehicles being burglarized are on the upswing locally.
Battling the blaze Saturday night were units from Avon, Canton, Farmington, and UConn.
Avon police said there are many scams out there that prey on the elderly.
The Avon Police Department is seeking input from residents on how it operates.
The department is participating in National Prescription Drug Takeback Day.
The Avon PD this week is showing folks how to use automated external defibrillators, one of which was recently installed at a local park.
Avon emergency officials have stated the services won't change, and it will be 'seamless.'
One of the Avon Volunteer Fire Department's units was among the many mutual aid responders to Sunday's factory fire there.
The Avon Town Council recently heard two major presentations on a large plan to renovate the Avon Volunteer Fire Department's headquarters.
The free family event will take place this weekend at Avon High School and feature police/fire demonstrations, vehicles, and a helicopter.
Avon will close its dispatch center this fall and transition to receiving dispatch services through Farmington's dispatch operation.
The Avon Emergency Management Department is hosting a three-part lecture series on disaster preparedness starting Tuesday, Sept. 2.
The Avon PD is asking parents to monitor their children's E-bike use and be aware of new legal changes about E-bikes on Oct. 1.
The accident on July 29, 2005, killed four people that day, with a fifth dying years later from complications after being badly hurt.
Instead of overseeing emergency communications itself, Avon wants to join a regional dispatch group, with a hearing slated for July 31.
The Avon Police Department recently honored several of its members for on-the-job heroics in 2024.
The Avon Police Department's new police chief is not only a resident, but has more than three decades in law enforcement.
The veteran law enforcer was Avon's top cop since July 2022 and was Farmington's police chief for 13 years prior.
The 64-year-old woman admitted to billing Medicaid for services that were not provided.
The Avon Police Department said it is receiving complaints about solicitors knocking on doors and it has issued an alert to residents.
The Avon Volunteer Fire Department swarmed a home early Friday morning shortly after thunderstorms rumbled through the area.
The Avon Volunteer Fire Department recently promoted several members, welcomed new ones and celebrated new assignments.
Security footage from the vehicle helped investigators identify a suspect, according to police.
The incident happened last week, with police saying they're looking for witnesses or recordings of the hit-and-run accident.
The Avon Police Department Tuesday said it earned re-accreditation, certifying the department as maintaining high standards of operation.
Police assure residents the situation is not an emergency, but 'loud noises' may be heard.
The Avon Police Department said this week it has received a state grant that will fund increased traffic/speeding enforcement through May.
The Farmington Valley Health District serves several towns, including Avon, Canton, East Granby, Farmington, Granby, and Simsbury.
The apartment complex was also the scene of a serious inferno last April, with police identifying Wednesday's victim as an elderly woman.
Frigid temperatures are expected next week, with Gov. Ned Lamont issuing cold-wether protocols on Friday, Jan. 17.