Farmington, CT|News|
Road Paving Work To Impact Farmington Traffic For Days
Those impacts are ongoing and expected to last through July 11.
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|
Two Of The Berlin PD's Newest Cops Complete Major Milestone
They recently graduated from the police training academy, setting themselves to start training in Berlin.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Town Of Avon Unveils New Website
Avon officials are asking for the public's help working out any issues regarding the new site.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Several Southington Causes Benefit From Health, Wellness Grants
The Main Street Community Foundation doled out hundreds of thousands of dollars to help causes directly aiding Southington residents.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury To Unveil Splash Pad Plan: UPDATE
The town is hosting a public information forum on Monday, June 30, about plans to add a popular summer recreational feature at a local park.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Hartford Man Sentenced For Role In 2022 Shootout: Feds
The incident was between two rival gangs at a memorial service in Hartford at a local party venue.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton Issues Final Call For Dog Licenses
Missing the deadline means paying a late fee.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Superstar Simsbury Athlete Wins Massive Honor
He was named a Gatorade athlete of the year for his sport in Connecticut.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
'Millennial' Brunch Chain Opens Bakery In Hartford, West Hartford Site Nearly Done
The fast-growing Hartford group has another site in Hartford, along with locations in New Haven, Springfield, Mass., and Dallas, Texas.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Crash Quickly Cleared On I-84 In West Hartford: UPDATE
The accident had shut down a lane of travel.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Did Washington Sleep In Southington? Find Out At Library Program
The Southington Public Library is hosting a special program exploring Southington's Revolutionary War history.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton FD Celebrates Cadet Program Grads
All three are serving their community/country following completion of the local fire department's cadet program.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Beloved Berlin Community Volunteer Mourned
She died last week at the age of 96 after decades of serving the local community in various capacities.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Deadline Looms For West Hartford Dog Licenses
The Town of West Hartford issued a last call warning about dog licenses, with late fees looming next week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Celebrate Japan In West Hartford This Weekend
The Japan Society of Greater Hartford is hosting its annual Japan Summer Festival this coming weekend.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Sweet Incentive For Free Avon Library Program
The Avon Free Library is breaking out new word games for those aged 16 and up, with free ice cream as an incentive.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Police Logs: June 19- June 24, 2025
All information is provided by the Farmington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Blue Back Block Party Is Today In West Hartford
The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the prominent West Hartford shopping destination.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Major Weekly Southington Event Back At The Green
The 2025 Southington Farmers Market continues weekly through late September.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Arrest Logs: June 11 - June 23, 2025
All information is provided by the Simsbury Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
