Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Multi-Vehicle Crash Cleared On I-84 In Hartford: UPDATE
The accident had closed a lane of travel.
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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Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Museum Earns Major Government Designation
The Simsbury Historical Society was recently named a 'Blue Star Museum' by a federal agency.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Seniors Invited To Health Fair In Southington
The Calendar House Health Fair will take place on Tuesday morning, May 20, in Southington.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Mexican National In Hartford Sentenced For Smuggling Illegals: Feds
The 58-year-old Hartford resident was part of an elaborate Mexican smuggling operation in greater Hartford.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington 'Battle Of The Badges' To Feature Pizza War
The Southington police and fire departments are going against each other in an epic pizza-eating contest this Saturday, May 24.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Long Prison Sentence For Hartford Sex Abuser Of Children: State
The man sexually abused a 9-year-old girl in 2022, according to state officials.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Collinsville FD Jamboree Kicks Off Holiday Weekend Fun In Canton
The annual fire department fundraiser, Wednesday-Saturday, features food, fun, rides, and a fireworks show on Friday.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Pupils Show Sustainability Prowess In State Contest
They were honored in the 2025 'eesmarts Student Contest,' in which art and creativity are meshed with sustainability awareness and education
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Nip Bottle Sales Top 294,000 Over Past 6 Months
See what the latest municipal payout is through Connecticut's Nickel-Per-Nip program.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Taxes Going Up, Here's How Much
The West Hartford Town Council adopted a town/school budget for 2025-26 last month, ensuring steep tax hikes this summer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Learn Healthy Eating At Special Avon Library Program
The free program will take place on Thursday afternoon on May 22, at the library.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
East Hartford Man Gets More Prison Time For Drug Charges: Feds
The 37-year-old had previously served jail time for shooting a man.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
CT College Hoops Squad Honored In U.S. Senate
The U.S. Senate last week congratulated the team for a historically successful season this year.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Residents Evacuated After West Hartford Apartment Building Fire: WHFD
The weekend fire required mutual aid assistance from three area fire companies.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Police Logs: May 6- May 12, 2025
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
2 West Hartford Students Earn Major National Scholarships
One attends Hall High School in West Hartford while the other attends Kingswood Oxford School in West Hartford.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington's 'Touch-A-Truck' Event Moved To Sunday
The annual Southington tradition was slated to take place Saturday, but weather worries forced the event's rescheduling to Sunday, May 18.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Volunteers Needed To Place Flags On Veterans' Graves In West Hartford
Volunteers are asked to assist the American Legion Hayes-Velhage Post 96 in placing flags at Fairview Cemetery on Saturday, May 17.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Dire Warnings Issued In Canton Over Teen Parties
Canton police and school officials this week warned parents of the consequences of illegal teen parties during prom/graduation season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Celebrate Good Mental Health At Southington Church's Block Party
The event will take place on Sunday, May 18, at the church, which is located on Main Street.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
