Farmington, CT|News|
Major Farmington Park Expansion Won't Be Ready This Summer: Town
While a splash pad will not be open this summer at the park, new pickleball courts could be ready for use by fall.
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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West Hartford, CT|News|
Woman, 30, Drove Drunk While Going Too Slow In West Hartford: Police
The West Hartford resident prompted numerous 911 calls from Interstate 84 in town late Tuesday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
Teens In Custody In Rocky Hill After Car Break-Ins, Police Chase: RHPD
The teen trio is believed to have stolen a car in West Hartford and broken into vehicles in Rocky Hill, police said.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Enjoy Two 'Family Fun Nights' At West Hartford Pools
One event is on Wednesday, Aug. 13, while the other is on Friday, Aug. 15.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Chicken Chain To Open In Southington This Week, Find Out When
The hot chicken eatery will occupy the vacant space created when a popular local restaurant closed in 2022.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
How Does Town Government Work? Come To Avon Library And Find Out
The Avon Free Public Library on Thursday, Aug. 14, is hosting a local college professor who will run down how towns operate.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Take Your Dog For A Swim At West Hartford's 'Pooch Plunge'
The annual fundraiser for the West Hartford Dog Park Coalition is Monday, Aug. 18, at one of the town's public swimming pools.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Free Car Magnets Show West Hartford Motorists Have Taken A Safety Pledge
The effort is part of the town's 'Vision Zero' traffic safety initiative.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Monday A Good Day For Southington Resident Playing Lotto Game
The Plantsville resident earned a major win after scratching off a ticket purchased at a local gas station.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon School Official Leaves Republican Party
The longtime educator and school board member is seeking re-election this year, but it won't be as a member of the GOP.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Historic Hartford Apartment Building Can Now Power Itself
The Connecticut Green Bank announced the installation of solar panels at the recently renovated building, built in 1860.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Modern Million-Dollar Mansion Sees Price Drop In Canton
The property sits on more than 49 acres of land on Ridge Road in Canton.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury's Muddy Mess: What's Going On At This Local Park?
The Simsbury Department of Public Works has been busy this summer at one town park, and for good reason.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Raptors To Swoop In At Farmington Library Wednesday
The Farmington Library's main site on Monteith Drive is hosting a program on birds of prey, with live birds part of the event.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Agile Tween Gymnast Flipping For Backpacks In Southington
The Southington 11-year-old's third annual 'Backflip for Backpacks' backpack/school supply drive is this Saturday, Aug. 16.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Let There Be Light: West Hartford Aims To Improve Night Visibility
The Town of West Hartford is embarking on a large upgrade of the town's street light system to improve nighttime visibility and safety.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Major Berlin Housing Project Secures Key Financing
Two state housing agencies announced that one Berlin housing project is among several in Connecticut earning financial benefits.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Speed Cameras In West Hartford, What You Need To Know
With West Hartford soon installing speed cameras in town, it has recently put a lot of information online about what to expect.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Tenants Decry Living Conditions At Apartment Complex
Residents of one Avon apartment complex were joined Monday by several state and local officials to demand better living conditions there.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Special Avon Tour To Highlight Native, Invasive Plant Species
The event, hosted by the Avon Clean Energy Commission, will be on Wednesday morning at one of Avon's recreation areas.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
