Berlin, CT|News|
What's The Buzz? Stinging Bugs Invade Berlin Town Hall
The Town of Berlin had to bring in an expert to take care of a large nest of aggressive, stinging insects this week at the town hall.
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|
5 Farmington Students Up For Major Academic Award
The National Merit Scholarship program recently announced its list of semifinalists in the running for the prestigious scholarship.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
New School Approved By Simsbury Zoning Officials
The Simsbury Zoning Commission has said 'yes' to a plan to convert a vacant office building into a new, special education school.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Couple Earns Massive Sweepstakes Win At West Hartford Pizza Restaurant
The couple received their grand prize at a special ceremony at the pizzeria this week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Crash Cleared On I-84 In Hartford Friday: UPDATE
The accident has shut down multiple lanes of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Major Water Main Project To Impact Traffic For Weeks In Southington
The work is scheduled to begin next week and it is expected to continue through late November.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Where To Pick Apples Around West Hartford: 2025 Guide
Fall is fast approaching, and that means apples and the time-honored tradition of picking them at your local orchard.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Where To Pick Apples Around Greater Hartford: 2025 Guide
Fall is fast approaching, and that means apples and the time-honored tradition of picking them at your local orchard.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Mother Suing Private West Hartford School After Teacher's Arrest: Lawsuit
She is the mother of a girl who was a pupil of Nicholas Ricciardi, 47, an ex-teacher at the private school facing multiple charges.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Dems Deny Social Media Post Celebrating Kirk's Assassination
The Simsbury Democratic Town Committee said a social media post that appeared to be linked to them did not come from them.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Forum To Focus On Emergency Preps
Canton's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will host a free presentation on emergency preparedness.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Library To Help Voters Register And Prepare To Vote
The Southington Library will have the League of Women Voters on hand to help folks register to vote.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
CT's AG Involved In Trying To Keep WNBA's Sun In Connecticut
Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, on Thursday, said he's demanding the WNBA provide him documents regarding a potential Sun sale.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Public Forum In Berlin To Address ICE's Actions
A Berlin activist organization is hosting a public talk on the activities of federal agents during the ongoing immigrant crackdown.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: Sept. 3 - Sept. 10, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Haven't You Heard? This West Hartford Bird Is The Word
Somebody's exotic pet bird ended up at a local elementary school's playground, and the animal control department is investigating.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Where To Pick Apples Around Southington: 2025 Guide
Fall is fast approaching, and that means apples and the time-honored tradition of picking them at your local orchard.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Where To Pick Apples Around Avon: 2025 Guide
Fall is fast approaching, and that means apples and the time-honored tradition of picking them at your local orchard.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Arrest Logs: Aug. 31 - Sept. 9, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton High School Stadium Renamed After Late Coaching Legend
The Canton Board of Selectmen at its last meeting, Aug. 27, voted to rename three CHS/CMS athletics sites after members of the community.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
