Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Town Hall Hosting Thanksgiving Food Drive
The town clerk's office is collecting Thanksgiving items through Nov. 20 for the Enfield Food Shelf.
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|
State Announces Housing Financing For 13 Towns, Including Southington
Southington's development is part of 15 developments statewide that will create or preserve a total of 1,105 housing units.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Major Staff Changes Announced At Southington FD
The Southington Fire Department recently announced a major retirement in its ranks, along with two other promotions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield's Big Veterans Day Parade: Traffic Impacts Announced
The annual Enfield Veterans Day Parade is one of the area's biggest such events.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Growing Smoothie/Healthy Meal Chain To Open New Eatery In Avon
The new shop is expected to open in Avon early next year, officials said this week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Popular Canton Farm Market To Close At Month's End, May Reopen Somewhere Else
The iconic operation, known for its pies and apple cider doughnuts, will officially close Nov. 30, with its future not yet finalized.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Leave Those Leaves Alone: West Hartford Sustainability Committee
West Hartford's sustainability group says it might be better to use those pesky leaves on your lawn for fertilizer and mulch.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Website Honors Hartford-Area Hospital For Orthopedic Program
The Hartford-based hospital was honored by a national website specializing in helping people search for medical care.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Organization To Host Vaccine Information Event
'Grassroots Berlin' is hosting a medical expert next week for a forum on the importance of vaccines.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: Oct. 30 - Nov. 4, 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: Oct. 27 to Nov. 2, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield PD Seeks Suspect Who Raided Beauty Store/Salon
The EPD released surveillance images on Wednesday of the suspect who is believed to have raided the store on Tuesday.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Help Needed, Help Available To Fight Food Insecurity In Berlin
With federal food aid cut, CT Foodshare will be in Berlin on select Fridays starting this week, with food collection sites set up in town.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Beloved Farmington HS Student Mourned
School officials on Friday said the high school sophomore died unexpectedly on Wednesday evening.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
4 Greater Hartford Eateries Nominated For Major Industry Awards
They were nominated for awards as part of the Connecticut Restaurant Association's 2025 CRAZIES Awards.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Classic Car Club In Simsbury Donates To Fight Hunger
The Farmington Valley-based club recently donated several thousand dollars to multiple charities that aid folks with food insecurity.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Chamber's 'Wing Fest' To Determine Area's Best
Tickets are on sale now for the Southington Chamber of Commerce's 19th annual Southington Chamber Wing Fest early next week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Food Scraps Program Participants Have Some Work To Do
The town announced some additional measures that have to be taken to regain access to food scrap bins following a recent app update.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
USJ's Annual '5X5 Dance Festival' To Get Hearts Racing This Weekend
The annual event culminates with a special performance show at the West Hartford campus in the evening, with tickets on sale now.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|News|
State Announces Housing Financing For 13 Towns, Including Windsor
Windsor's development is part of 15 developments statewide that will create or preserve a total of 1,105 housing units.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff