West Hartford, CT|News|
Police Probe Attempted Armed Robbery At West Hartford Store
The suspect was described as being a heavy-set, short male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black mask, gloves, and glasses.
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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Southington, CT|News|
Unique Blood Pressure Class Unveiled At Southington's Senior Center
The class takes place at the end of the month at the Calendar House Senior Center.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Back-To-School Help Available For Qualifying Simsbury Families
The Simsbury Community & Social Services Department will feature its 'Back-to-School Program' on Monday, Aug. 11, and Tuesday, Aug. 12.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Optical Illusion Used To Slow Down West Hartford Motorists
The town has installed 'speed reduction markings' on two busy West Hartford roadways to force drivers to slow down.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Youth/Social Services Seeks Public Input
The department helps youths and families in town, and it has created an online survey to gather opinions on the job it does.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Growing CT-Based Pizza Chain To Open Eatery In East Hartford
The owners ironed out an agreement with the Town of East Hartford to operate at the town-owned golf course.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Three-Vehicle Crash On I-84 Cleared In East Hartford: UPDATE
The accident had closed one lane of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Avon Man Wins Big After Playing Lotto Game In Farmington
The winning ticket was purchased at a Farmington gas station earlier this week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Teen Fighting For Life After Hartford Double-Shooting: Police
The shooting happened Thursday night near a Hartford apartment complex off Main Street.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Free Canton Concert Postponed To Aug. 6
The planned show by The Steve Dunn Band at Mill Pond Park was postponed on Thursday due to rain.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Teen Charged With Murder For Fatal 2024 Shooting: Police
The 18-year-old suspect is already incarcerated on other charges, with the murder charges coming on Wednesday, July 30.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Child Bicyclists Menacing Southington's Hiking Trails: Councilman
He said young bicyclists are disrupting 'traffic' on Southington hiking trails, with police being called in to enforce trail protocols.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: July 24- July 30, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Concert Venue Celebrating Milestone With One Huge Show
The Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center is celebrating 20 years with a concert featuring two prominent local acts on Saturday, Aug. 9.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Special Cabaret Show To Benefit Prominent West Hartford Theater Group
Tickets are on sale now for 'Broadway and Beyond: A Broadway Style Cabaret' on Monday, Aug. 4,
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford's 'Family Fun Day' Saturday More Than Just A Celebration
The event is being hosted on Saturday, Aug. 2, by the Hartford Department of Health and Human Services.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|News|
SUV Nearly Hits Cop, Slams Into Home In Wethersfield: Police
The Wethersfield Police Department is still investigating the crash, which happened Wednesday morning.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|News|
Berlin Turnpike Finally Reopens After Vehicle Slams Pole: DOT: UPDATE
The accident in Newington has resulted in half the highway being closed to traffic.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon, Farmington Conducting School Supply Drive At Walmart
The Avon, Farmington social services departments will be collecting school supply donations on Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Avon Walmart store.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Democrats Unveil Endorsed Candidate Slate For Municipal Elections
Heading the ticket is incumbent school board member Brian DeLude, who is seeking the town's mayoral post.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
