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.
Folks can drop off toys at the library on Friday, then pick out new, old ones during the actual swap event this weekend.
The Enfield PD is hosting a 'coffee with a community police officer' event at a local coffeehouse to meet with residents.
The zoning board said 'yes' to a site plan to build a large, chain hotel that would likely serve the world-class skating center in town.
The food drive, which is being aided by the Farmington Police Department, will take place this weekend in Unionville.
The Southington Public Library is fully into its annual 'Food for Fines' program, where folks can pay the library with non-perishable food.
Canton firefighters dedicated three memorial benches on Monday, as well as a bronze fire helmet statue honoring the courage of members.
The Avon Social Services Department is looking for folks to 'sponsor a family' that could use assistance this Thanksgiving/holiday period.
The 50-year-old suspect from Hartford was wanted in New Britain and was found to have an assault weapon, police said.
The 35-year-old suspect will appear in Hartford Superior Court next week.
West Hartford's ongoing 'Vision Zero' pedestrian/motorist safety campaign includes fast and easy fixes, which are dubbed 'Quick Builds.'
The new initiative aims to support local efforts that address opioid issues in the West Hartford community.
The town's revaluation contractor is expected to mail out notices to property owners telling them what their new values are.
In two separate, 11-0 votes last week, the Enfield Town Council selected Democrats to be the mayor and deputy mayor.
The state awarded nearly $12 million in grants to 17 towns and cities for projects that will improve transportation safety and mobility.
The couple is spearheading a massive effort to help those struggling economically locally to have a Thanksgiving meal.
The event this weekend will feature a day's worth of holiday activities, special events, and fun.
Southington Bread for Life is hosting a large food drive to collect items for those locally experiencing food insecurity.
Top academic achievers for the first marking period of 2025-26 are recognized at Enfield High School.
The actor has won numerous awards, but he is best known for his role in a 1980s cult classic, with his signature line often imitated.
Thursday is the Ron Foley Foundation's World Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day, with a special event to honor cancer victims that night.
