Avon, CT|News|
Volunteers Needed To Rid Avon Park Of Invasive Plants
Several area organizations, including Avon's rec department, are collaborating on the special work day slated for later this week.
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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Bad Asphalt Prompts East Granby Road Re-Do
Work on the fix will start sometime this week, and it could last through the weekend.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Renowned Medical Expert To Discuss Senior Brain Health In West Hartford
The first of a two-part program on 'Brain Health' starts at a West Hartford senior center later this week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Weekend Theater Fest To Awaken Emotions In West Hartford
The three-day Fern Street Play Festival takes place this weekend at a West Hartford church, offering eight 10-minute theatrical journeys.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Busy Canton Intersection To Be Closed For Several Days
Work will start this week and continue through next week, according to Canton officials.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Library Reorganizes Its Roster Of Books
The library is hosting an event this wekeend to educate and celebrate regarding a new organizational system there.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Major Farmington River Access Project's Details Released: UPDATE
The project will take two weeks and require the temporary closure of hiking trails along the riverfront in that area.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
'Funny Program About Funny Programs' Slated At Simsbury Library
A West Hartford-based author/humorist will be at the Simsbury Library this week to discuss the best sitcoms and his book about them.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Vital Meeting On Southington's Future Is This Week
Southington is looking to update its plan of conservation and development, which helps determine what the town wants/needs in the future.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Suspect Identified After Violent Family Fight In Enfield: UPDATE
A suspect was identified Tuesday in connection with Monday's incident, which resulted in a street closure after gunshots erupted in a home.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon's New History Museum Open For Business
Following a successful grand opening earlier this month, the new Avon History Museum is open all year round on Sunday afternoons.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Hosting Forum On Medicare Changes
The first of two forums starts sometime today, with another planned for later in the month.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Don't Like Your Car Taxes? Appeal Them This Week In West Hartford
Those questioning the town's assessment of their motor vehicles can do so starting this week, with two other meetings later this month.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Several Displaced In West Hartford Apartment Building Fire: WHFD
The fire destroyed the third floor of a three-story apartment building on Sunday afternoon.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man, 38, Dead After Hartford Shooting: Police
The Hartford Police Department is investigating the crime, which happened Friday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Windsor Man Badly Hurt In Southington Crash: Police
The 27-year-old suffered 'serious' injuries in a highway accident Saturday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Police Logs: Sept. 2- Sept. 8, 2025
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Shiny, New Ladder Truck Wows West Hartford FD
The West Hartford FD recently traveled to Wisconsin to inspect the new, 100-foot ladder truck that will soon join its ranks.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
No Fishing Allowed At Popular West Hartford Park
The site is designated as a trout park by the state of Connecticut.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton To Host Election Ballot Lottery
The lottery, which will take place next week, is open to the public, and it will determine the ballot order.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
