Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury HS Senior Earn Major Academic Award
The winner was named as part of a prestigious national scholarship program, earning a significant cash award toward college.
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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Avon, CT|News|
Key Avon Intersection To Be Closed, What You Need To Know
The intersection will be closed for much of the day from Monday, April 29, through Friday, May 2.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin To Decide Spending/Taxes On Tuesday, April 29, How To Vote
Berlin voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, April 29, to decide a spending plan that will increase their taxes this year.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Participants Sought For West Hartford Memorial Day Parade
West Hartford is asking veterans, residents, and organizations to sign up for the town's annual Memorial Day Parade on May 26.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Learn Good Health At Free Hartford Celebration
The Urban League of Greater Hartford on Wednesday, April 30, is hosting 'Wellness Wednesday,' an outdoor event for health and fitness.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Water Service Disruptions Announced In Southington, Who's Affected?
Southington's water department is replacing a large water tank, which could result in service issues for many for two months.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
'Senior Assassins' A Worry In Canton: Police
The annual rite of Canton High School's senior class is causing worry in the community because of the use of water guns throughout town.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Tractor-Trailer Crash On I-84 In Hartford Cleared: UPDATE
One lane of travel was closed.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Huge Water Project OK'd In Southington, What Roads Will Be Impacted?
The Southington Town Council approved, in multiple votes last week, $14 million in water upgrade funds for the Southington Water Department.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Vehicle Crash Cleared In Hartford: UPDATE
The accident had closed multiple lanes of travel on I-84.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton's Budget/Taxes May Increase, Hearing Is Monday
The Canton Board of Finance is hosting its annual town budget meeting on Monday, April 28, with a final decision by voters on May 8.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: April 16 - April 20, 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: April 9 - April 20, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Historic Mill/Chemical Plant Catches Fire In Berlin: FD
Berlin firefighters battled the blaze Wednesday night into the early morning hours of Thursday, April 24.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Man Indicted For Mall Robbery At West Hartford/Farmington Mall
The incident happened in July 2024, with a federal grand jury handing down an indictment against the 58-year-old suspect earlier this month.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Library, Museum Target Of Southington's Budget Ax
The library/local history m is facing double-digit funding cuts, with operations/programs jeopardized for next fiscal year, critics claim.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
East Hartford To Take Back Unwanted, Expired Drugs
East Hartford, Saturday, April 26, is hosting a National Drug Takeback Day event.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Massive Scholarship Opportunity For Hartford Students Unveiled
The new initiative from a Hartford-based foundation could provide up to $100,000 for qualifying Hartford School System students for college.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Historic Opening Date For New West Hartford Eatery Announced
The popular chain based in Boston is opening its first-ever Connecticut location in West Hartford's center.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Family Fun, Folly Topic Of Avon Theater Event
Avon's Playhouse 44 theater group is hosting a storytelling event on Wednesday, April 30, at a local church.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
