Avon, CT|News|
Avon Celebrates America's 250, What You Need To Know
Avon's America 250 Committee recently released an updated list of ongoing and future programs celebrating the nation's birthday next year.
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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Newington, CT|News|
New Newington Business A 'Sign' Of The Times
The new operation recently opened a facility on the Berlin Turnpike.
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Southington, CT|News|
New Contracts, Pay Hikes OK'd For Southington's Top School Officials
At its most recent meeting, the school board approved new, three-year deals for its school chief and the assistant school chief.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Welcomes Back Veteran Law Enforcer
The newly appointed director of public safety will oversee all fire/police/emergency management services in Farmington.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Unlock Keys To Remembering At Simsbury Event
The free program takes place Friday, July 18, at the Simsbury Senior Center, and it is also open to residents of other towns.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Activates Local Cooling Centers
High heat and humidity have prompted the Town of Southington this week to activate cooling centers for folks seeking relief.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
2 Major Road Projects In Berlin To Impact Traffic
Work for both of the projects started Monday, with one initiative lasting through September, the other through November.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Safety Funds OK'd For Hartford Airport
Connecticut's congressional delegation announced major federal grants to improve safety at the more-than-100-year-old airport.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|News|
Crash Cleared On I-91 In Wethersfield: UPDATE
The three-vehicle wreck had closed multiple lanes of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Activates Local Cooling Center, Urges Safe Heat Activities
High heat and humidity have prompted the Town of Simsbury this week to activate its cooling center for folks seeking relief.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Activates Local Cooling Center
High heat and humidity have prompted the Town of Avon this week to activate a cooling center for folks seeking relief.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Second Route 2 Crash Cleared In East Hartford: UPDATE
Two lanes of travel were closed.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Farmington River Inner Tubers Dump Trash In Canton: Canton PD
The Canton Police Department is concerned about a littering problem at a Canton park adjacent to the Farmington River.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Meet Southington's Top Teacher For 2025-26
The veteran educator will be honored at a Southington school board meeting in September.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Meet Avon's New Top Cop
The Avon Police Department's new police chief is not only a resident, but has more than three decades in law enforcement.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Road Repaving Project To Impact West Hartford Traffic
The project is expected to last three days, depending on the weather.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Getting A Passport? Hartford Event Thursday Will Help
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal is hosting a 'Passport Day' program on Thursday, July 17, at State House Square.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Flooding Alert Issued In West Hartford
West Hartford's emergency management office is urging residents to prepare for possible flooding on Monday afternoon/evening.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
2 Cops Hurt After Police Pursuit Started In Berlin And Ended In New Britain: BPD
A male suspect, who is already being charged with numerous offenses from four other jurisdictions, was taken into custody Friday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Major Safety Upgrade Approved For West Hartford School
The West Hartford Plan and Zoning Commission said 'yes' to the project at its last meeting earlier this month.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
