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
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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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
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin's Senior Center Among Nation's Best
The Berlin Senior Center was one of seven honored nationally by the National Institute of Senior Centers.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Prominent Hartford Art Gallery Opens New Exhibit
The Parkville Art Gallery opened its quarter exhibit — entitled 'Life Cycle'— earlier this month in the Hartford neighborhood.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington College Student Earns Major Scholarship
The student earned the scholarship from a Massachusetts accountants organization.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Roads Targeted For New Pavement Announced In Simsbury
The Town of Simsbury this week released a list of local roadways that will be repaved this construction season.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Theater Group's Storytelling Event Delivers On All Fronts
The theater organization recently hosted its second "Relatively Speaking" storytelling event, collecting food for those in need as well.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Learn To Live Well At Health Fair In West Hartford
The annual 'WeHa Health and Wellness Fair' will take place on Tuesday, May 20, at West Hartford's Blue Back Square.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Hosting 2 Forums On Town's ADA Compliance
The Town of West Hartford is in the process of determining the level of compliance it has relative to federal laws mandating equal access.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
1 Burned In West Hartford House Fire: WHFD
The victim was rushed to an area hospital after trying to put out the blaze, fire officials reported.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Windsor Man Accused Of Shooting At Vehicle In Hartford: Police
The incident happened last March on a major interstate highway during the early morning hours.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Restaurant Closes After Only A Few Months
The owners cited staffing issues and cost concerns for the abrupt closure on Friday, May 9.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Organization Announces Grant For LGBTQ Community
The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving said it is expected to dole out $200,000 total to the cause.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Valve Leak Causing Major Water Issues In Southington
The water department said water service impacts will be felt Thursday on several Southington streets.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington FD Issues Stern Warning On TikTok Craze
The Southington Fire Department this week urged parents to talk to their teens about the troubling 'short-circuit challenge.'
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin High School Quarter 3 Honor Roll
See which Berlin High School students excelled academically in the third quarter of the 2024-25 school year.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Help Southington Fill Up A Truck Full Of Food
Southington Community Services is hosting a two-day food drive Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, at a local church.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: May 8- May 12, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Noted Author Pays Avon Library A Special Visit
The Friends of the Avon Free Public Library recently hosted its annual 'Author Luncheon' fundraiser.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Arrest Logs: April 20 - May 13, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
