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Josh Lanier

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Josh Lanier started his reporting career in high school for his local newspaper. Many — many — years later, he’s still chasing leads for compelling stories. During his time writing for newspapers, magazines, and online publications, he’s covered everything from murderers to mommy bloggers, but his most interesting story is always the next one.


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Rabid Raccoon Found In CT Sparks Public Health Warning Rabid Raccoon Found In CT Sparks Public Health Warning
Rabid Raccoon Found In CT Sparks Public Health Warning A raccoon found in Connecticut has tested positive for rabies, prompting a public health warning from local officials. The raccoon tested positive on Wednesday, June 10, on the Providence-New London Turnpike in North Stonington, according to the Ledge Light Health District. Health officials are urging residents to avoid feeding or approaching wild or stray animals. They also recommend keeping pets current on rabies vaccinations and limiting the amount of time pets spend outdoors unsupervised. Rabies is a serious and fatal disease that can affect all warm-blooded animals, including humans. …

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Police & Fire
Police ID CT Motorcyclist Killed In Route 201 Crash After SUV Crosses Into His Lane Police ID CT Motorcyclist Killed In Route 201 Crash After SUV Crosses Into His Lane
Police ID CT Motorcyclist Killed In Route 201 Crash After SUV Crosses Into His Lane A 70-year-old Connecticut motorcyclist was killed after an SUV crossed into his lane and collided head-on with him, according to police Delbert Lee Moore was pronounced dead at the scene of the 4 p.m. crash on Route 201 in Griswold on Tuesday, June 9, Connecticut State Police said in the report released Wednesday.  Investigators said Moore was riding a black 2026 Indian Scout Bobber motorcycle south just past Sunset View when a northbound white 2025 Honda CR-V Sport, driven by a 66-year-old Griswold woman, entered his lane. The SUV driver was taken to William W. Backus Hospi…

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Obituaries
'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash 'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash
'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember CT Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash The family of a 21-year-old Connecticut man killed in a motorcycle crash said he loved the outdoors and spending time with the people and animals he loved.  Dylan Owen Keefe died following a crash on Gilead Street (Route 85) in Hebron on Sunday, June 7, Connecticut State Police said. Keefe was riding a Harley-Davidson when it collided with a 2011 Subaru Legacy that was turning left into a driveway. Investigators said Keefe was attempting to pass the Subaru on the left when the collision occurred. The impact threw Keefe from his motorcycle and down an embankment, state police said.…

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Police & Fire
CT Drive Gets Sssseriously Weird After Woman Spots Snake In Car On Route 2 CT Drive Gets Sssseriously Weird After Woman Spots Snake In Car On Route 2
CT Drive Gets Sssseriously Weird After Woman Spots Snake In Car On Route 2 A routine drive took a wild turn when a snake decided to ride shotgun. A Connecticut State Police trooper came to the rescue after a woman spotted a snake inside her vehicle while driving near Foxwoods, according to authorities. The incident happened Tuesday afternoon, June 9, on Route 2. The woman called State Police after discovering the snake in her car while driving.  Trooper First Class Workman responded and removed the snake from the vehicle. Troop E Montville highlighted the unusual call in a Facebook post, saying Workman successfully removed the snake "despite the slippery na…

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Police & Fire
Ex-CT Children's Camp Worker Charged After Child Porn Found On Computers: Police Ex-CT Children's Camp Worker Charged After Child Porn Found On Computers: Police
Ex-CT Children's Camp Worker Charged After Child Porn Found On Computers: Police A former employee at a Connecticut children's camp is facing criminal charges after investigators say child sexual abuse material was discovered on computers being thrown away following the camp's sale. Mark Harrington, 62, of Vernon, was arrested Saturday, June 8, on a warrant charging him with third-degree possession of child sexual abuse material, according to Coventry police. The investigation began in January 2025 after an IT vendor handling the disposal of computers from the former Channel 3 Kids Camp in Coventry found images that could be considered child sexual abuse materials, poli…

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Schools
High School Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo High School Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo
High School Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo A Massachusetts boys lacrosse team saw its championship hopes end over graduation photo props. The Ipswich High School Tigers were one win away from reaching the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 4 state championship game when the school was forced to forfeit a semifinal matchup scheduled for Tuesday night, June 10. In a statement, school officials said the team did not have enough eligible players to compete. Multiple players were not allowed to participate after sharing a photo showing them with what appeared to be cigars in their mouths. MIAA rules prohibit stud…

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CT Man Caught Taking 'Upskirt' Shots Of Women As They Shopped: Police CT Man Caught Taking 'Upskirt' Shots Of Women As They Shopped: Police
CT Man Caught Taking 'Upskirt' Shots Of Women As They Shopped: Police A Connecticut man is facing criminal charges after police said they found videos on his cellphone that appeared to show he was filming "upskirt" shots as they shopped at a store last month.  Jordan Stevens, 33, of Hamden, was charged with voyeurism with malice and second-degree breach of peace following an incident at the TJ Maxx on Universal Drive in North Haven, according to police. North Haven police were called to the store around 6:27 p.m. on May 31 after reports of a fight involving Stevens and a family shopping there. A man told officers he believed Stevens had been taking phot…

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Dog Starts Fire That Kills Family Pets, Seriously Damages Enfield Home Dog Starts Fire That Kills Family Pets, Seriously Damages Enfield Home
Dog Starts Fire That Kills Family Pets, Seriously Damages Enfield Home A family's dog jumping near an oven sparked a fire that cost a family their pets and two high school students their belongings, authorities said.  The fire was reported on Friday, June 6, on Prior Road in Enfield. Fire officials said a dog was trying to get something on the stove and accidentally nudged a knob that turned on a burner shortly before 8 p.m.  That sparked the blaze. Enfield firefighters rushed to the area to contain it. The family and one cat escaped without injury, but the family's other animals were killed in the fire. Many of their belongings were also destroy…

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Police & Fire
3-Year-Old Girl Killed After Being Hit By Car In Manchester 3-Year-Old Girl Killed After Being Hit By Car In Manchester
3-Year-Old Girl Killed After Being Hit By Car In Manchester A 3-year-old girl was killed after a car crashed into her on Wednesday morning, June 10.  The fatal crash happened around 4:36 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, in the area of 375 East Center St., according to the Manchester Police Department.  Investigators said a 49-year-old Manchester man was driving west in the 300 block of East Center Street when he crashed into the child, who was also from Manchester. Police did not identify the toddler or driver.  Authorities rushed the girl to Connecticut Children's Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead. Police said the driver rem…

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'Satanic Ritual,' Threatened Forced Marriage: Woman Describes Horrific Ordeal After Escape 'Satanic Ritual,' Threatened Forced Marriage: Woman Describes Horrific Ordeal After Escape
'Satanic Ritual,' Threatened Forced Marriage: Woman Describes Horrific Ordeal After Escape A New Hampshire man is facing criminal charges after police say he threatened a Pennsylvania woman into marrying him, held her at gunpoint, and cut her hand during what she described as a “satanic ritual.” Daniel Ouellet, 47, was arrested after police responded to an Olive Garden in Newington, New Hampshire, on Saturday, according to authorities.  Pennsylvania State Police contacted officers in Newington to perform a welfare check after the woman’s mother tracked her cellphone to the restaurant. Officers arrived shortly before 11:30 a.m. Court documents say the woman ran from the rest…

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