Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Nip Bottle Sales Top 178,000 Over Past 6 Months
See what the latest municipal payout is through Connecticut's Nickel-Per-Nip program.
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|
Southington Nip Bottle Sales Top 730,000 Over Past 6 Months
See what the latest municipal payout is through Connecticut's Nickel-Per-Nip program.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Truck Crash Cleared on Route 9 In Berlin: UPDATE
The accident had caused traffic issues on a busy state highway in Berlin.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Lightning May Have Caused Avon House Fire: AVFD
The Avon Volunteer Fire Department swarmed a home early Friday morning shortly after thunderstorms rumbled through the area.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Budget And Tax Hike Topic Of Annual Meeting Monday
The town's annual budget meeting on Monday, May 5, will adjourn to a referendum on the spending plan on May 14.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Place Your Bids To Help West Hartford's Webster House
The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is hosting a silent auction through May 8 as part of a major museum fundraiser.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Voters Approve New Budget And Tax Increase
Voters said 'yes' at the polls Thursday to a new town/school spending plan, as well as for major improvements at two town facilities.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Motorcyclist Dead After Crash Near McDonald's In Bristol: Police
Bristol police are asking for the public's help as they investigate the accident.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Firefighters Endure Hectic Week
Two fiery vehicle accidents and a threatening brush fire kept the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department extremely busy the past week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man Convicted In 2018 Hartford Murder: State
The 30-year-old man's sentencing is expected in July, authorities said.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|News|
$1 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Newington Stop & Shop
The $1 million winning ticket was sold last week at a Newington supermarket.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
$4 Million Lotto Win For Hartford Man Playing Scratch-Off Game
The winning ticket, which resulted in the maximum jackpot, was sold at a Hartford gas station.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Acts To Improve Water Quality In Town
The Southington Town Council approved a large contract last week for a key addition at the town's sewer plant.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Chorus Promises Memorable Spring Show
Southington Festival Chorale's annual spring concert will take place Sunday afternoon, May 4, with all invited to come.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Mother’s Day In Berlin: Area 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
Canton, CT|News|
Mother’s Day In Canton: 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
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: April 21 - April 30, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Well-Known Simsbury Restaurateur To Appear On Food Network Show
The chef and restaurant owner has appeared on several Food Network programs before, with the next show being broadcast on June 1.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Three-Vehicle Wreck Cleared On I-84 In West Hartford: UPDATE
The accident had closed down one lane of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Help Sought In West Hartford To 'Make Elmwood Bloom'
A fundraising drive is ongoing to raise money so seasonal plantings can be erected throughout the Elmwood section of West Hartford.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
