West Hartford, CT|News|
Massive Fantasy Game Celebration Slated In West Hartford Saturday
The West Hartford Public Library system's 'Bookwyrm Fest' is expected to draw more than 1,200 visitors on Saturday.
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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Berlin, CT|News|
Fecal Follies Central To Extremely Unusual Berlin Library Program
The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Thursday, July 24, is hosting a special children's program on the science of poop and pooping.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford PD Plans Drunk/Impaired Driving Checkpoint
Hartford police will be stopping vehicles Thursday evening into very early Friday morning.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Road Work Impacting Southington Traffic On Busy Roadway
Detours and lane closures are expected all day on Wednesday, July 23, police said.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|News|
Historic Site's Torched Toilet Probed By Wethersfield Police: PD
Wethersfield police are investigating the arson fire of a portable toilet at a town-owned historic site over the weekend.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
New Supermarket Opens In Farmington (But They Don't Sell Food)
Connecticut's third 'Metal Supermarkets' store opened in Farmington on Monday, July 21, specializing in custom metal products and pipes.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's 'Playhouse' Hosting Open Mic Night Thursday
The free program will take place after the theater group's Thursday, July 24, show of 'Singin' in the Rain.'
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Suspect Named In Violent Berlin CVS Purse Snatching: Police
Berlin police on Tuesday said the 25-year-old man is in Florida awaiting extradition regarding the March 5 incident at a Berlin pharmacy.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Meet Canton's 'Top Dog' Of 2025
The Canton Town Clerk's office Tuesday unveiled the winner of its 'Top Dog' contest, which is part of the June dog licensing campaign.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Vandals Damage Simsbury Golf Course In Unusual Manner
The Simsbury Culture, Parks & Recreation Department is looking for the scofflaws responsible for a weekend incident at Simsbury Farms.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Grad Earns Prestigious Academic Award
The soon-to-be college freshman was named a National Merit Scholar during the July round of awards.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Library To Take Unique Look At Declaration of Independence
The free program on Thursday, July 24, is one of many that are part of the town's America 250 celebrations this year and next.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Democrat Joins Crowded 1st District Congressional Race
The 35-year-old businessman is looking to unseat a longtime Democratic incumbent in 2026.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
2 Major Hartford Preservation Projects Garner Significant Grant Funds
A new riverwalk project and a sanctuary are slated to receive hundreds of thousands of state grant dollars.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Fun To Be Had At West Hartford's Blue Back Block Party
The annual summer tradition is slated for Thursday, July 24, at the popular shopping/entertainment destination.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Summer Theater Group Promises To Entertain
Tickets are on sale now for the West Hartford Arts Festival's production of 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' July 24-27.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Crash On I-84 In Hartford Now Cleared: UPDATE
The Tuesday morning crash had resulted in two highway lanes being closed to traffic and a massive traffic backup.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Special Signs At Sprawling Simsbury Park Can Help Responders Find You
Simsbury responders are asking Talcott Mountain State Park guests to look up at a network of marker location signs in case trouble arises.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Adaptive Kayaking Event Slated In Canton Tuesday
A well-known kayak/canoe operation in Collinsville is hosting 'Canton Adaptive Kayak Day' for local residents with disabilities.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|News|
Major Traffic Mess Reported In Newington
The Newington Fire Department said a truck became entangled in power/utility lines on a busy local street.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
