Perry Robbin received his BA in journalism from the University of Connecticut in May 2010. He served as news editor of The Daily Campus during his senior year at UConn. He got his start in professional journalism as a local news and sports reporter at The Valley Press in Simsbury.
A lifelong Connecticut resident and native of nearby Simsbury, Perry is an especially dedicated New England Patriots fan. One of his prized possessions is an autographed photo of former Pats quarterback Steve Grogan. He enjoys hip-hop, Motown, funk and soul music, comic books and attending independent professional wrestling shows.
<b>My Beliefs:</b><br><br><b>Politics</b>
I am a registered Democrat and believe in well-funded social programs and personal freedoms.
As a journalist, my job is to be neutral and report facts with as little bias as possible. My goal is to paint a clear picture of events, not to spread my opinion.
<b><b>Religion</b><br></b>
I am not religious but believe in accepting and appreciating the faiths of others.
Farmers and members of the general public interested in learning more about farming can attend this free event in Windsor on Thursday.
Farmers and members of the general public interested in learning more about farming can attend this free event in Windsor on Thursday.
Farmers and members of the general public interested in learning more about farming can attend this free event in Windsor on Thursday.
Find out about a free farming information event, further info about the fire at the Babylon Recycling Plant and more in today's 5 Things.
Suffield Fire Department Captain Mike Thibedeau, the town's fire marshal, said the exact cause of the Oct. 4 fire is unknown but no foul play is suspected.
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Get a run down of Wednesday night's short Suffield Board of Selectmen session at the Suffield Volunteer Ambulance Association building, along with today's weather, in today's 5 Things.
The Suffield Girl Scouts host a showing of "Spooky Buddies," an all-ages Halloween film, at their movie night fundraiser Friday at Suffield High School.
Find out about a fire at Babylon Recycling Center, Tuesday night's Suffield Board of Education meeting and National Roller Skating Month in today's 5 Things.
Firefighters from Suffield and Windsor Locks fought a fire at the recycling plant at 1221 Harvey Lane Tuesday night.
Find the best deals in north central Connecticut and the surrounding area, along with the highest prices, here.
Find the best deals in north central Connecticut and the surrounding area, along with the highest prices, here.
Find out about the new production from the Suffield Players and more in today's 5 Things.
The community theater organization presents "Wait Until Dark," a drama about a three criminals accosting a blind woman, beginning Thursday, Oct. 13.
Find out about weaving and sewing events as well as the Fiber Festival of New England in today's 5 Things.
Find out about equestrian events in the area and local happenings in today's 5 Things.
Decisions on two plots of land on Bennett Road and funds for a new water pump for Suffield High School and the new agriscience building were made Thursday night.
The market's last date in 2011 is Oct. 8.
Find the best deals in north central Connecticut and the surrounding area, along with the highest prices, here.
Find the best deals in north central Connecticut and the surrounding area, along with the highest prices, here.