Southington, CT|News|
Southington PD Seeks Identity of Music Store Larsenist: Police
The incident happened recently at a Southington Guitar Center store.
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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Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury PD: Scammers Are Pretending To Be Police
According to the SPD, the suspects are calling residents, impersonating officers, and demanding payment to clear up fake issues.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Festive Family 5K Race Upcoming At West Hartford's Blue Back Square, Traffic To Be Impacted
The annual 'Blue Back Mitten Run 5K & Kids Run' will take place this weekend amid West Hartford's holiday splendor.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford PD Collecting Toys For The Holidays
The WHPD is hosting two more separate collection events to collect toys for those in need locally.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury Mourns Unexpected Death Of Beloved Firefighter
The 39-year-old resident died suddenly on Thanksgiving, Nov. 27.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton PD Warns About Car Intrusions
The Canton PD said the town is seeing an uptick in reports of unlocked vehicles being accessed by potential thieves.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Popular Children's Playground Closed In Berlin This Week
The well-used play area is getting maintenance work done, along with additional features added.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Accident On I-84 In Southington Cleared: UPDATE
The accident came after a tractor-trailer overturned on the same highway in West Hartford.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Tuesday's Storm Prompts Winter Reminder In Farmington
The Town of Farmington on Tuesday used the snow/rain storm to remind residents of local rules and regulations regarding snow.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Hall HS Placed On Security Alert, Details Unveiled: UPDATE
No visitors were allowed for much of Tuesday as police and school officials investigated reports of a weapon in the building.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Crash Cleared On I-84 In East Hartford: UPDATE
The situation had resulted in multiple lane closures on the highway.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Images Show Level Of Destruction After West Hartford Tractor-Trailer Crash: UPDATE
The accident late Tuesday morning backed up traffic on Interstate 84 for much of the day.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Issues Emergency Parking Ban
The parking ban will last over a period of two days due to the snow/rain storm hitting the state on Tuesday.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Church Hosting Special Event With Santa and Mrs. Claus
The 'Children’s Festival with Santa & Mrs. Claus' will take place this weekend at the Avon Congregational Church.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Public Invited To Tour Governor's Residence In Hartford For Holidays
Gov. Ned Lamont is hosting a two-day open house this week for folks to visit the Governor's Residence and see the holiday decorations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
'Bright Lights Christmas Festival' To Transform Southington Green
One of Southington's most anticipated holiday celebrations will take place later this week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
4 Families Displaced After Hartford Apartment Building Fire: HFD
Many of those forced out in the Tuesday morning blaze were children.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District Warns About Hepatitis
The contagious disease can damage liver function, with those concerned asked to contact the health department for more information.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Webster House Raising Funds For Exciting 2026
Amid its annual appeal, the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society reflected on a busy 2025 as it looks to the new year.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Reminder: Clear Your Sidewalks
With the first measurable snow of the season expected today, the town has reminded residents of the requirements in place due to the storm.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
