Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Forum To Focus On Tariffville's Future
The event will take place early this week, providing attendees to weigh in on what they want to see regarding future development there.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
- Across Connecticut
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.
Posting Activity
Simsbury, CT|News|
Hayes' Constituent Help Forums In Simsbury On Hold Due To Shutdown
U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes' 'Casework on Your Corner' program at Eno Memorial Hall in Simsbury is postponed indefinitely.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
2025 Patch Profile: Mark Kaczynski, Berlin Mayor
Berlin resident Mark Kaczynski tells Patch why he should be re-elected as Berlin mayor.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Teen Rushed To Hospital After Being Shot In Hartford: Police
The shooting occurred Sunday night on Enfield Street.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Multiple Simsbury Roads Closed Due To Storm: UPDATE
Sunday/Monday's rain and wind storm has taken down trees in multiple parts of town.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington PD Involved In New Britain Case Where 12-Year-Old Girl's Body Was Found
The girl's remains were found in a container inside an abandoned property in New Britain last week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Youths To Celebrate Substance Free Lifestyle
The town's annual 'Red Ribbon Rally' will take place later this week at the Southington Town Green.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Police Logs: Sept. 30 - Oct. 6, 2025
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield To Inspect Child Car Seats At Special Event
Parents and children are invited to a car seat safety check program hosted by the town at a local school.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Prominent West Hartford Museum To Celebrate Completion of Renovations
The West Hartford Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Basement Fire Prompts WHFD Call For Heating Season Safety
The West Hartford FD said a basement fire was quickly put out early Sunday morning at a local residence.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Discolored Water Possible On 114 Southington Streets Next Week
Due to planned water main cleaning, water discoloration could occur in several Southington neighborhoods.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield PD Charges 5 In Shoplifting Sweep: Police
The Enfield PD was in the town's shopping district on Thursday, conducting an enforcement operation.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
2025 Patch Profile: Eric Wellman, Simsbury First Selectman
Simsbury resident Eric Wellman tells Patch why he should be elected Simsbury First Selectman again.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Announces Holiday Weekend Impacts
Monday, Oct. 13, is the Columbus Day Holiday, a day also celebrated as Indigenous Peoples Day and Italian American Heritage Day.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Announces Holiday Impacts: UPDATE
Monday, Oct. 13, is the Columbus Day holiday, but other towns like West Hartford celebrate it as Indigenous Peoples Day as well.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Celebrate Community Spirit At West Hartford's 'Gastropark'
The West Hartford Greater Together Community Fund Committee is hosting its annual grant recipient celebration next week at Gastropark.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Multi-Vehicle Wreck Cleared On I-84 In Southington: UPDATE
The crash had closed multiple lanes of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
3 Displaced, Woman Injured In Hartford Apartment Fire: HFD
The blaze happened just past midnight on Friday morning.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man Shot In Hartford Early Friday Morning: Police
The Hartford Police Department had not yet determined where the shooting happened, but the victim went to the hospital.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
