Rocky Hill, CT|News|
Hartford Woman Drove Drunk The Wrong Way In Rocky Hill: Police
The incident happened in the early morning hours on Saturday, May 3, according to state police on Monday.
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|
Plans For Former Campus Redevelopment Project Pulled In Southington
The developers of a former college campus location in Southington last week officially withdrew plans to develop the site.
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Southington, CT|News|
Southington FD Announces Staff Changes
The Southington Fire Department last week announced multiple promotions, as well as the swearing in of two new firefighters.
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Canton, CT|News|
Saturday Storms Hit Canton Hard
Canton was one of the more hard-hit towns in central Connecticut as a line of spring thunderstorms moved through the area Saturday.
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Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Many Displaced After Fire Rips Through Hartford Residence
Both adults and children were impacted by an intense fire in Hartford late Friday night.
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Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Prominent Charitable Group In Hartford Nets Large Grant
The Urban League of Greater Hartford recently received a large block of funding courtesy of a regional bank's charitable foundation.
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West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford College Student Is Also A 'Big Brother'
The UConn senior was recognized last month by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut during National Volunteer Month.
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West Hartford, CT|News|
Rise Of Hate Crimes Topic Of Forum In West Hartford
The program will take place on Thursday, May 8, at West Hartford Town Hall and feature state and local law enforcement leaders.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Old Windows A Unique Canvas At Farmington Art Exhibit
A unique artist from Berlin has an art exhibit on display at Farmington's Barney Library utilizing repurposed house windows.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon PD Issues Solicitor Alert, What You Need To Know
The Avon Police Department said it is receiving complaints about solicitors knocking on doors and it has issued an alert to residents.
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Avon, CT|News|
Time Is Now To Get New Avon Dump Permits
The Town of Avon is now selling transfer station permits for the 2025-26 fiscal year that starts July 1.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Activist Group Makes Mark In Community
'Grassroots Berlin' recently organized an Earth Day cleanup event in town, and it is hoping to expand its reach with new members.
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Southington, CT|News|
Southington Police Logs: April 22 - April 28, 2025
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
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West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Honored For Helping The Elderly And Disabled
West Hartford was one of three towns in Connecticut that were honored for its commitment to working with its aging and disabled population.
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Newington, CT|News|
Newington PD Seeks Two Separate Missing Persons
Newington police are seeking the public's help in finding them, issuing two separate alerts on Friday.
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Avon, CT|News|
Mother’s Day In Avon: Local Eateries Taking Reservations Now
Mother's Day 2025 is on Sunday, May 11, and the time is now to plan ahead to take mom out.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Mother’s Day In Greater Hartford: Local Eateries Taking Reservations
Mother's Day 2025 is on Sunday, May 11, and the time is now to plan ahead to take mom out.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Mother’s Day In Farmington: Area Eateries Taking Reservations
Mother's Day 2025 is on Sunday, May 11, and the time is now to plan ahead to take mom out.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Crash Closes Simsbury Roadway For Much Of Day Friday
The accident involved a vehicle and a utility pole/transformer, according to police.
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Canton, CT|News|
Canton Nip Bottle Sales Top 142,000 Over Past 6 Months
See what the latest municipal payout is through Connecticut's Nickel-Per-Nip program.
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