West Hartford, CT|News|
Donations Sought For New Trees In West Hartford
The West Hartford Tree Project has set up a donation page as it tries to re-plant trees to make up for a 20 percent loss in greenery.
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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Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Hosting All-Day Voter Registration This Week
The in-person event will take place in the Farmington Registrars of Voters' Office.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford PD Trio Honored At Training Academy
The officers were recently feted at the CT Post Academy.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Anti-Trump 'No Kings' Rally Planned In Canton
The rally this weekend is one of thousands nationally to protest the policies of President Trump and his controversial administration.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man, 24, Charged With Driving Drunk The Wrong Way In East Hartford Crash: Police
The accident last Sunday injured a 20-year-old Glastonbury woman, whose car was struck head-on by the suspect's vehicle.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington HS Female Flag Football Phenom Up For Award From NY Giants
The quarterback of the SHS girls' flag football squad was recently nominated, with the public urged to vote for her online for the honor.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Multi-Vehicle Crash Cleared On I-84 In Farmington: UPDATE
The accident had resulted in at least one lane closure.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Lions' 'Family Bingo Night' Promises Fun, Camaraderie
The event this week will raise money for myriad causes supported by the Avon Lions Club.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Election 2025 Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places
Here's what you need to know regarding the Avon municipal election, including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Election 2025 Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places
Here's what you need to know regarding the Berlin municipal election, including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Arrest Logs: Oct. 8 - Oct. 15
This public information from the Enfield Police Department is accurate as of Oct. 15, 2025. Items reflect charges filed, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Car Slams Into Site Of Former Iconic Hartford Eatery: Reports
The Hartford Police Department has taken the driver into custody after the driver initially fled the scene.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Male, Female Teens Injured After Hartford Shooting Tuesday: Police
One of the victims had a gunshot wound while the other had an unspecified injury.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
2025 Patch Profile: Diana Yeisley, Simsbury Board of Selectmen
Simsbury resident Diana Yeisley tells Patch why she should be elected to the Simsbury Board of Selectmen.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
2025 Patch Profile: Heather Goetz, Simsbury First Selectman
Simsbury resident Heather Goetz tells Patch why she should be elected Simsbury First Selectman.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
2025 Patch Profile: Keith Vibert, Farmington Town Council
Farmington resident Keith Vibert tells Patch why he should be elected to the Farmington Town Council.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
2025 Patch Profile: Bill Beckert, Farmington Town Council
Farmington resident Bill Beckert tells Patch why he should be elected to the Farmington Town Council.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Town-Owned Bank Site May Become New Southington Restaurant
The Southington Planning and Zoning Commission has an application from a developer to open a restaurant at the old Bank of America site.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Issues Flu Vaccine Reminder
The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District has four more flu shot clinics to help folks guard against the illness's serious effects.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Popular 'West Hartford Reads!' Sold Out, But There Are Other Options
Next week's 'West Hartford Reads!' celebration will be streamed live as tickets for the free event are no longer available.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
