Southington, CT|News|
Southington PZC Narrowly Approves State-Mandated Zone Changes For Affordable Housing
It voted 4-3 at its last meeting to adopt zoning changes required under Connecticut's new housing law.
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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West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Council OKs Townwide Dog Leash Law
West Hartford approved a townwide dog leash ordinance requiring dogs to be restrained on public property, citing safety and bite incidents.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Crash Now Cleared On I-84 In Hartford: UPDATE
Multiple lanes of travel were closed Wednesday afternoon.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|News|
Avon Community Fund Accepting Grant Applications This Summer
The Avon Community Fund is accepting grant applications through Aug. 10 for projects benefiting the Avon community.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Extends America 250 Display Of Historic Town Records
Southington's Town Clerk's Office has extended its America 250 exhibit of historic records, maps, and artifacts.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Key Canton Road/Intersection Closed Today For Construction
It will remain closed until 3 p.m.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin To Mark America's 250th With Huge Parade, Celebration Tonight
Berlin will celebrate America's 250th anniversary on July 8 with a parade, Declaration reading, bell ringing, and ice cream.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Library To Host Special Kids Fun Run This Weekend
Children ages 2-12 can participate in the West Hartford Library's Book It! Fun Run.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
10 Ways To Stay Active This Summer In Berlin
From hiking and golf to swimming and pickleball, here are 10 ways to stay active in and around Berlin this summer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Ways Canton Residents Can Stay Active This Summer
From trails and river paddling to youth sports and recreation programs, here are several ways to stay active in Canton this summer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
How Reliable Is The Power In Farmington? Recent Report Has The Answer
Eversource released town-by-town reliability scorecards showing fewer outages and faster restorations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
How Reliable Is The Power In Hartford? Recent Report Has The Answer
Eversource released town-by-town reliability scorecards showing fewer outages and faster restorations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Simsbury To Host Massive America 250 Parade/Celebration For Farmington Valley
The celebration this weekend will include historic reenactors, floats, music, food, and family activities. Area residents invited.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Opens Transfer Station For Special Hours Due To Storm Cleanup
Southington will open its transfer station July 8-9 for brush-only storm debris cleanup following the July 4 storm.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Celebrate America's 250th In Simsbury With Free Patriotic Concert
The Simsbury Community Band will perform a free patriotic concert this week at the Simsbury Historical Society.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington PD Graduates First-Ever Citizens Police Academy Class
The inaugural 10-week Southington Citizens Police Academy allowed participants to learn about life as a cop and even train like one, too.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Love America? Show Berlin How Much In Local Decorating Contest
Berlin residents and businesses can enter a patriotic decorating contest through Aug. 26 with four $100 prizes available.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Wild July 4 Party In Hartford Results In Gunshots, Firearms Raid: Police
Witnesses estimated that at least 50 shots were fired during the gathering, prompting a call to police.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Prominent Hartford Bar/Restaurant Closes After Just 3 Years: Owner
The eatery was located in downtown Hartford, and it shuttered for good late last month.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Major Road Project Starts This Week In Canton/Simsbury
The Connecticut DOT will begin a road resurfacing project along a busy state roadway that traverses both towns.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
