Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Students Make Dean's List At CCSU
The following students from Farmington earned dean's list honors at Central Connecticut State University during the most recent semester.
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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Southington, CT|News|
Celebrate Town's Dining Scene With 'Southington Restaurant Week'
Hosted by the Southington Chamber of Commerce, 'Southington Restaurant Week' takes place July 14-20 among participating eateries.
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West Hartford, CT|News|
Big Funding Boost For Four West Hartford Nonprofits: Lawmakers
The quartet of West Hartford community organizations received significant dollars from the state legislature this past session.
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Berlin, CT|News|
Foundation Seeks Ideas To Help Homeless in Berlin/Southington
The New Britain-based community giving foundation serves four towns, including Berlin and Southington.
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Simsbury, CT|News|
Familiar Face Seeks Old Job Leading Simsbury
The former broadcast journalist and ex-Democrat said he is also running for first selectman this year as an independent.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Backpacks Sought For Hartford County Students Through July 25
A West Hartford-based organization is collecting backpack donations for pupils throughout Hartford County who need help for back-to-school.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Man Sentenced For Trafficking Fentanyl In Vermont: Feds
The 33-year-old male was taken into custody in 2023 close to the U.S.-Canada border by federal border control agents.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Park's Basketball Courts To Close
They are expected to reopen to the public sometime next week, likely on July 16.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Causes Supported Via Grant Funding Blitz
Nearly $50,000 was doled out to 11 nonprofits serving a variety of residents in Canton.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Encouraging Neighborhood Block Parties
The town's rec department is urging neighbors to get together this summer, offering party tips and a contest for the best block party.
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Southington, CT|News|
See Southington Youths' Summer Theater Series
The first of three July productions starts Friday, July 11, at Southington High School
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Southington, CT|News|
Beloved Fire Chaplain Mourned In Southington
The veteran firefighter was a longtime Plantsville resident and served in the Southington FD since 1977.
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West Hartford, CT|News|
Tennis Courts Closed At One West Hartford Park
The town is conducting repairs and renovations at the facility.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Berlin PD Divers Pull Stolen Vehicle Out Of Farmington Park's Pond
The BPD's dive team, which also includes New Britain police divers, was at the scene Wednesday of a newly resurrected park site.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Organization Benefits From Bank Donation
A longtime local nonprofit dedicated to the welfare of children and families was the recipient of the bank organization's grant.
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Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: June 29 - July 9, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Festival/Road Races To Celebrate Magic Of Movement
The event will take place at one of Hartford's most historic city parts on Saturday, July 12.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
2 Southington Men Charged With Child Porn Possession: Police
Both men will appear in New Britain Superior Court next week in two separate child pornography possession cases.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Man, 21, Convicted In 2022 Shooting Death Of Teen: State
The incident occurred when the suspects were trying to sell pot to the victim, and the victim tried to steal the stash, authorities said.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Bear In Simsbury Mauls West Hartford Woman's Dog: Report
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help pay for life-saving veterinary care that saved the dog's life late last month.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
