Simsbury, CT|News|
Memorial Day In Simsbury: Not One, But Two Parades Slated
Memorial Day is a solemn mix of remembering U.S. soldiers killed in the line of duty and enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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1992 University of Connecticut graduate who has reported news, edited stories and designed pages for weekly and daily newspapers for more than three decades as well as spent 15 years as an adjunct at UConn. Currently venturing into the world of online digital journalism. Have a passion for community journalism and those quirky stories that other news writers might not report. Vernon resident, husband, father, dog lover and avid fan of baseball, soccer, motor sports -- among other sports. Currently the field editor for West Hartford, Southington, Simsbury, Avon, Greater Hartford, Farmington, Canton and Berlin for Patch. Feel free to email me at michael.lemanski@Patch.com with any news tips. No such thing as a bad idea.
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Farmington, CT|News|
Memorial Day In Farmington: Parade Monday To Honor Fallen Heroes
Memorial Day is a solemn mix of remembering U.S. soldiers killed in the line of duty and enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Crash Cleared On I-84 In Hartford: UPDATE
The incident on Thursday afternoon had closed the shoulder
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Pool Tables, Juke Boxes Now Legal In All West Hartford Businesses
The West Hartford Town Council voted to eliminate all restrictions regarding the use of pool tables and juke boxes at local businesses.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford-Area Drug Dealer Sent To Federal Prison: Feds
The former East Hartford resident has been in custody since his arrest on fentanyl distribution charges in 2023.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Library To Answer Question Of 'What's A Tariff?'
The library is hosting a forum on Thursday, May 29, examining how tariff's work and the history behind them.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Lace Up Your Running Shoes For Two West Hartford Road Races
Registration is open for two 'FUNd Runs' associated with the 'Celebrate West Hartford' festival on June 7-8.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Memorial Day In Canton: Parade Steps Off Monday At Local School
Memorial Day is a solemn mix of remembering U.S. soldiers killed in the line of duty and enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Memorial Day In Southington: Parade, Ceremonies Slated For Monday
Memorial Day is a solemn mix of remembering U.S. soldiers killed in the line of duty and enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Memorial Day In Berlin: Parade Steps Off Monday, Facilities Closed
Memorial Day is a solemn mix of remembering U.S. soldiers killed in the line of duty and enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man Dead After Car Crashes Into Truck In Hartford: Reports
The victim was a passenger in the vehicle, with the driver fleeing the scene, according to reports.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: May 12- May 18, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Arrest Logs: May 14 - May 20, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington's Educational Farm Hosting Big Plant Sale Saturday
Proceeds of Saturday's event benefit the Lewis Educational Agriculture Farm and its programs in partnership with the town/schools.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton FD's Drone Helps Plainville Battle Brush Fire
Utilizing a donated drone, the Canton Fire & EMS Department provided eyes in the sky in Plainville during a hard-to-reah brush fire.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Mourns Loss Of Former Top School Official
The Southington Town Council dedicated a moment of silence in the former educational leader's honor last week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Memorial Day Parade To Step Off Monday
Memorial Day is a solemn mix of remembering U.S. soldiers killed in the line of duty and enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Manufacturer Celebrates Opening Of Massive New Factory
The high-tech company hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday for a 55,800-square-foot factory expansion project.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Contractors Swarm Southington To Do Revaluation Work In Town
The Town of Southington has posted a list of contractors and those who will be seen in all Southington collecting data on all properties.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Big Changes Announced For Section Of Simsbury/Canton Road
Police from Simsbury and Canton announced the changes Wednesday, hoping for a safer environment for motorists.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
