Southington, CT|News|
Southington Man Killed After Vehicle Crashes Into Rocks In Middlebury: Police
The 39-year-old Plantsville resident died after being rushed to the hospital Thursday morning.
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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Canton, CT|News|
Canton Schools In Search Of New Paraeducators
Canton schools are hosting a special paraeducator job fair at Canton High School on Wednesday, July 30.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Seeks Town's Official America 250 Logo
The Town of Berlin is conducting a logo contest where residents are urged to submit logo designs for the town's America 250 celebrations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: July 16- July 24, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Two French Bulldogs Found By Simsbury PD
The Simsbury Police Department is asking the public for information on who they may belong to.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Huge Italian Festival To Take Over Southington
The 2025 Southington Italian-American Festival starts Friday, July 25, and continues to Sunday, July 27.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Prominent West Hartford Foundation Names New Leader
The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford has appointed its new president and chief executive officer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Only One Week Left In Avon America 250 Fundraising Campaign
The Avon Historical Society is the July 2025 Big Y Community Bag Program beneficiary, with the program ending July 31.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Got Something To Say In Southington? Say It Via New Survey
The town is seeking resident input about future development in Southington, and it is utilizing an online survey to gauge what folks want.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Surgical Group Cleared To Do Complex Orthopedic Procedures At Office
The city-based surgical group recently earned accreditation, allowing it to perform two orthopedic procedures outside of a hospital setting.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
New Board Members Announced For West Hartford Mental Health Agency
The Bridge Family Center recently announced new additions to the agency's board of directors.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
UPDATED: Simsbury Arrest Logs: July 10 - July 20, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Concerns Raised With Canton Youth Services: Selectmen
Selectmen are expressing worry about the bureau, saying it is being forced to give cash back to the state due to a lack of programming.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Land Trust Seeks Help Preserving Its Properties
The Avon Land Trust Wednesday issued a call for volunteers to assist the nonprofit in its land preservation mission.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington's Water Reported Discolored: Water Department
Southington Water Works is addressing a buildup of manganese in the water, urging folks to run their water to flush it out.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Man, 25, Accused Of Causing Berlin Crash That Killed Chaplain: Police
The New Britain man was taken into custody Wednesday in connection with a September 2024 fatal accident on Route 9 in Berlin.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Multi-Vehicle Crash Cleared On I-84 In Hartford: UPDATE
The midday accident closed multiple lanes of travel and backed up traffic in the process.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Meet Southington's 'Top Dogs' Of 2025
The trio of cute canines will have the No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 dog licenses for 2025-26.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Dems Unveil 2025 Candidate Slate
A current three-term councilman was endorsed to run for Farmington Town Council chairman, the town's top elected position.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
GOP Selectman Endorsed For Simsbury's Top Elected Spot
The Simsbury Republican Town Committee this week caucused and endorsed its candidate slate for November's elections.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
