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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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Police & Fire
Fast-Moving Norwalk House Fire Leaves Resident With Severe Burns, 2 Firefighters Injured Fast-Moving Norwalk House Fire Leaves Resident With Severe Burns, 2 Firefighters Injured
Fast-Moving Norwalk House Fire Leaves Resident With Severe Burns, 2 Firefighters Injured A Norwalk resident suffered severe burn injuries, and two firefighters were hurt after a house fire ripped through a home just before dawn. Norwalk firefighters were called to the 1.5-story home on Harriet Street just after 4:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 11. When crews arrived, they found heavy fire on the second floor. The fire was brought under control just 19 minutes after firefighters arrived. Two unrelated residents living on the first and second floors were able to get out of the home as firefighters reached the scene. The second-floor resident suffered severe burn injuries and was tak…

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Police & Fire
Groomed With Drugs, Gifts: Chaplin Man Sexually Assaulted 15-Year-Old Girl, Police Say Groomed With Drugs, Gifts: Chaplin Man Sexually Assaulted 15-Year-Old Girl, Police Say
Groomed With Drugs, Gifts: Chaplin Man Sexually Assaulted 15-Year-Old Girl, Police Say Police have arrested a Connecticut man they say groomed a 15-year-old girl with drugs and gifts before sexually assaulting her multiple times. Ryan Kelsey Aubert, 45, of Chaplin, was arrested Wednesday, June 10, following an investigation that began with a report involving a 4-year-old child's possible exposure to THC gummies. The case started on March 12, 2025, after the Connecticut Department of Children and Families reported suspected child abuse or neglect involving the child, according to Aubert's arrest warrant. Investigators said the child's mother found colored candies and a wrappe…

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Police & Fire
New Haven School Paraprofessional Accused Of Striking 6-Year-Old Student New Haven School Paraprofessional Accused Of Striking 6-Year-Old Student
New Haven School Paraprofessional Accused Of Striking 6-Year-Old Student A paraprofessional at a Connecticut elementary school is facing criminal charges after police said she struck a 6-year-old student. Chevonne Boone, 48, was arrested after officers responded to John C. Daniels School in New Haven shortly after 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, after police received reports that a staff member had struck a child, authorities said.  Police said they detained Boone after finding probable cause that the attack had happened during lunch hours earlier.  Boone was charged with risk of injury to a minor, third-degree assault, and second-degree br…

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News
Rabid Raccoon Found In North Stonington Sparks Public Health Warning Rabid Raccoon Found In North Stonington Sparks Public Health Warning
Rabid Raccoon Found In North Stonington 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 Griswold Motorcyclist Killed In Route 201 Crash After SUV Crosses Into His Lane Police ID Griswold Motorcyclist Killed In Route 201 Crash After SUV Crosses Into His Lane
Police ID Griswold 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 Hebron Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash 'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember Hebron Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash
'You Made The World A Better Place': Loved Ones Remember Hebron 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
Montville Drive Gets Sssseriously Weird After Woman Spots Snake In Car On Route 2 Montville Drive Gets Sssseriously Weird After Woman Spots Snake In Car On Route 2
Montville 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-Coventry Children's Camp Worker Charged After Child Porn Found On Computers: Police Ex-Coventry Children's Camp Worker Charged After Child Porn Found On Computers: Police
Ex-Coventry 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
Ipswich High Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo Ipswich High Lacrosse Team Forced To Forfeit Playoff Game Over Fake Cigars In Graduation Photo
Ipswich High 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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News
Hamden Man Caught Taking 'Upskirt' Shots Of Women As They Shopped At North Haven Store: Police Hamden Man Caught Taking 'Upskirt' Shots Of Women As They Shopped At North Haven Store: Police
Hamden Man Caught Taking 'Upskirt' Shots Of Women As They Shopped At North Haven Store: 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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