Avon, CT|News|
Avon's Finest Honor Their Best
The Avon Police Department recently honored several of its members for on-the-job heroics in 2024.
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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Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington 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
Southington, CT|News|
Major Southington Road Overhaul Underway, See What Streets Are Impacted
The planned Southington road project started Monday, June 21, and will impact motorists through late August.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Lost Hikers Found In Southington: Firefighters
The Southington Fire Department was called to a popular hiking spot in town Sunday evening.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Hiking Area Benefits From State Funds
The Town of Berlin has been awarded a $61,750 grant to add a parking area to the 15.74-acre property at 0 Chamberlain Highway.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Brazilian Who Fled ICE In Hartford Area Now In Custody: Feds
The 24-year-old is accused of assaulting, biting, and spitting on federal agents, among other charges.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
2 Hartford Men In Vehicle That Fled West Hartford Police Face Drug, Weapons Charges: WH
The WHPD found the vehicle in town Friday, July 18, a week after the same vehicle fled local police in a prior incident.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Residents Displaced After Solar Panel Fire: WHFD
The incident happened on Sunday afternoon, with the West Hartford Fire Marshal's office investigating the cause.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Police Logs: July 8 - July 14, 2025
All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's America 250 Fund Campaign Among Best In State
The town's America 250 task force raised several thousand dollars this month as part of a fundraising campaign for 2025-26 celebrations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Nonprofit That Finds Lost Dogs Gifted Significant Grant
The funding was announced Friday by a well-known Connecticut-based credit union.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
DUI West Hartford Man Accused Of Crashing Into Berlin Work Zone: Police
The incident happened Thursday night at a Route 9 construction site in Berlin.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Private Simsbury School's Unique Program For Hartford Girls Is On Display
Horizons at The Ethel Walker School is inviting the community to see "Showcase Day and LEGO Partnership Recognition" on Tuesday, July 22.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Store Sells Winning Lotto Ticket To Bridgeport Resident
The maximum payout ticket was purchased this week at a local gas station/convenience store.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
College Soccer Star From Farmington Earns Major Academic Honor
He was named one of three Student Athletes of the Year in his school's athletic conference.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon's Pet Pantry To Close Temporarily
Those needing the pantry's services are asked to call ahead to make special arrangements if needed.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Huge Scratch-Off Game Payout For Hartford Woman
She won the maximum payout for the scratch-off game after purchasing it at a Hartford store last week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Democrats Endorse 2025 Election Slate
Several incumbents were endorsed for West Hartford Town Council, including West Hartford Mayor Shari Cantor.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin Students Make Dean's List At CCSU
The following students from Berlin earned dean's list honors at Central Connecticut State University during the most recent semester.
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Greater Hartford, CT|News|
2 Crashes On I-84 In East Hartford Cleared: UPDATE
Multiple lanes were closed in East Hartford due to the crashes.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
