Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man Wounded In Late-Night Hartford Shooting: Police
The incident happened at 10:41 p.m. Monday in a Hartford neighborhood.
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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Avon, CT|News|
'Smile' At Avon Theater Group's Latest Production
Avon's Playhouse 44 this Saturday, Aug. 23, is hosting two shows of its latest original production, 'First You Smile.'
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Man Guilty Of Federal Gun Charges In Hartford/Wethersfield Incident: Feds
The man was found guilty in federal court on Friday in connection with a 2023 incident that started in Hartford and ended in Wethersfield.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton History Teacher Earns Significant National Honor
The veteran educator at Canton MS/HS was named Connecticut's top history teacher recently by a national nonprofit.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington FD Issues Fire Danger Warning
The Southington Fire Department says no outdoor burning is allowed in town until rainy weather arrives.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Devestating 1955 Flood Remembered In Farmington
A new Unionville Museum exhibit opened Sunday, reflecting on the impacts of the Great Flood of 1955 on Farmington and Unionville.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin GOP's Annul Raffle Fundraiser Is Underway
Tickets are on sale now for the October event, with $2,000 in gift cards at stake.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|News|
Tolland Man Accused Of Speeding Past Stopped Newington Officer: NPD
Local police said the 22-year-old was driving recklessly and dangerously, with footage released showing him speeding past an officer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|News|
Motor Scooter Gang Sought After Newington Road Rage Incident: Police
Saturday's incident in Newington resulted in shots being fired into a vehicle on Hartford Avenue.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Pedestrian Etiquette Topic Of West Hartford Safety Push
West Hartford's 'Vision Zero' program recently reminded pedestrians about how to properly cross a busy intersection's crosswalk.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Free Books Available To Southington Children This Friday
The third annual Summer Bookmobile Tour will be at two locations in town on Friday, Aug. 22, with free books for children.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Big 'Back-To-School Bash' Planned In West Hartford
This huge celebration of the start of the school year takes place Saturday, Aug. 23, with a day of food, music, fun, and free supplies.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Special Children's Choir To Spread Message Of Hope At Avon Church
The Avon Congregational Church on Tuesday, Aug. 19, is hosting a performance from the Matsiko World Orphanage Choir, comprised of orphans.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
'Taste Of Simsbury' Celebrates Local Culinary Scene This Week
Tickets are going fast for this special fundraiser for the Simsbury Main Street Partnership.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
2 Children, 2 Adults Dead In Massive Hartford Residential Fire: Reports: UPDATE
The four people were killed in a large blaze at a multi-family residence on Shultas Place in the city's South End.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Police Logs: July 29 - Aug. 11, 2025
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Traffic Lights Looking Different These Days
An ongoing initiative regarding the town's many traffic lights aims to cut down on crashes at West Hartford intersections.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Issues Electric Bicycle Warnings
The Canton Police Department is reporting an increase in accidents involving electric bicycles being operated recklessly.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Upscale Beauty Salon For Men Coming To Avon
The 'luxury grooming lounge' will be Connecticut's sixth such site and first outside Fairfield County.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington PD, FD To Battle At Blood Drive
The next installment of Southington's 'Battle of the Badges' takes place Aug. 23 in the form of a blood drive at a local middle school.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
