Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Man Sentenced To Prison For 2018 Murder: State
The 30-year-old will spend decades behind bars for the killing of a 27-year-old Hartford man.
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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West Hartford, CT|News|
MDC's West Hartford Reservoir Sites Have Limited Holiday Hours
The organization overseeing the water supply has announced trail closures and openings for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin-Peck Library Celebrating Iconic Writer's 250th Birthday
2025 marks 250 years since the author was born, with the Berlin library featuring many of Austen's books in circulation.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Food Drive Proves To Be Wildly Successful
The collection, which took place in the Enfield Town Clerk's office, collected enough food to provide hundreds of meals.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Bear Killed After Being Hit By Vehicle In Simsbury: Police
The incident on Monday was one of many run-ins with bears reported in Simsbury this year.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Pizza Restaurateur To Open New Eatery In Southington
The Southington Planning and Zoning Commission last week said 'yes' to permits to turn a vacant eyesore into a pizzeria.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Murder Mystery TV Series Filmed In Farmington Premieres This Week
The series was filmed at a local museum and features an all-star cast, including one iconic actor who visited the site last week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington FD's Presence At High School Is Just A Test: SFD
The local fire department is expected to be at Southington High for planned work with school staffers.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Arts/Film Nonprofit Celebrates Expansion Groundbreaking
The event took place last week at its Arbor Street location.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Scouts' Annual Christmas Tree/Wreath Sale Starts This Week
Avon Troop 274's major fundraiser continues every weekend through December while supplies last.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Giving Tuesday: Simsbury Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Giving Tuesday this year is on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Giving Tuesday: Canton Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Giving Tuesday this year is on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Giving Tuesday: Avon Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Giving Tuesday this year is on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|News|
E-Bike Rider Seriously Hurt After Wethersfield Crash: Police
Police said the e-bike slammed into a parked vehicle Monday evening.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Those Seeking To Do Good In West Hartford Sought For Committee
The West Hartford Greater Together Community Fund group needs volunteers to decide how funds can be spent to benefit the town.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Key West Hartford Nonprofit Announces New Administrator
A veteran early childhood educator was recently named the organization's family resource center director.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Thanksgiving Weekend In Simsbury: What You Need To Know
The town has announced its openings/closings for the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend, which starts Thursday, Nov. 27.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Popular Avon Pizzeria Reopens After Vehicle Slams Into Building: UPDATE
The prominent take-out place on the Connecticut Pizza Trail was closed for much of Monday due to the damage, according to its owners.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Thanksgiving Weekend In Farmington: What You Need To Know
The town has announced its openings/closings for the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend, which starts Thursday, Nov. 27.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Thanksgiving Weekend In Canton: What You Need To Know
The town has announced its openings/closings for the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend, which starts Thursday, Nov. 27.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff