Canton, CT|News|
Canton Hosting Teen Celebration At Local Park
Canton Youth Services' annual 'Teen Night' celebration is Friday, Aug. 1, and it is free, though registration in advance is required.
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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Simsbury, CT|News|
Selectmen Hire Contractor For Simsbury Meadows Addition
The Simsbury Board of Selectmen has authorized the town manager to hire a Bloomfield-based contractor for the $2.64 million project.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Bear Visits West Hartford Counseling Center
The nonprofit organization Monday had a bear walking around its parking lot, driveway, and amid the office's landscaping.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
I-84 Crash Cleared In Southington: UPDATE
The two-vehicle accident had closed one lane of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Library Booster Group Seeks Bookstore Donations
The Friends of the Southington Public Library operates a used bookstore inside the library to raise money for library programs.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Land Preservation Group Names New Director
The new Farmington Land Trust executive director started July 1, following the retirement of its previous director of four years.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Seeks Idea's For Community Grant Funds
Those looking to receive the next round of the Support for Community Events Grants have until Sept. 2 to apply.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin GOP Unveils Endorsed Candidate Slate For Municipal Elections
Heading the ticket is incumbent Mayor Mark Kaczynski, who is seeking another term as Berlin's top elected official.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Ex-Hartford Mayor Seeks Democratic Congressional Nod
The former two-term mayor of Connecticut's capital city is looking to dislodge a longtime Democrat from Congress.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Teens Get Crash Course In Fiscal Literacy
60 teens earlier this month participated in a financial training program hosted by a local nonprofit and a statewide credit union.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|News|
Violent Armed Robbery Reported At Wethersfield Motel: Police
Wethersfield police said they're looking for two men who brandished a weapon and assaulted a clerk on duty Sunday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Roadway To Be Closed For Two Months
A lengthy road project starting later this week will have Canton motorists scrambling while traveling in town.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Hearing On Proposed Simsbury Dog Poop Rules Is Tonight: UPDATE
Simsbury selectmen are mulling a new ordinance prohibiting dogs on athletic fields/playscapes and mandating leashes/cleanup of dog waste.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington's Youth Volunteers Enjoy Successful Summer
Southington's town manager praised youths associated with Southington Youth Services' YETI program for beautifying the town this summer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Overturned Vehicle Cleared On East Hartford Highway: UPDATE
The accident on a state highway had resulted in one lane of travel being closed early Tuesday afternoon.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Responders Mourn Loss Of Plainville Firefighter
Both the Southington fire and police departments paid tribute to the fallen Plainville firefighter who died in the line of duty Sunday.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Health Department Hosting Free Cancer Prevention Fair
The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District is hosting the event Friday, July 31, at the Bloomfield Community Center.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Man Pulls Gun On KFC Worker After Dispute Over Chicken Meal: East Hartford PD
Police said the suspect pulled a gun on the worker and tried to rob the KFC after he was unable to pay for his chicken meal Monday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Seeks Back-To-School Donations For Those In Need
From now until Friday, Aug. 8, Farmington Community Services is collecting back-to-school supply donations for those who need them.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Construction Company Fined For Federal Lead Paint Violations
The company agreed to a settlement with the federal Environmental Protection Agency this month, one that includes paying a fine as well.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
