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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Fairfield, CT
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Reverse Goldilocks: Bears Have Broken Into 50 Connecticut Homes This Year Reverse Goldilocks: Bears Have Broken Into 50 Connecticut Homes This Year
Reverse Goldilocks: Bears Have Broken Into 50 Connecticut Homes This Year Black bears are making themselves at home across Connecticut this year.  The state recorded 50 home entries across nearly two dozen communities so far in 2026, the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said in a report released Wednesday, Aug. That total has already passed the number reported in all of 2025. It's happening all over. Bear sightings have been reported in each of the state’s 169 cities and towns. DEEP called home entries a clear sign that conflicts between people and bears pose a growing safety threat. The agency said these incidents have increased sharp…

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by Josh Lanier
Danbury, CT
Obituaries
Danbury Teen Who Died At 15 Remembered For ‘Warmth,’ Leaves ‘Void That Can Never Be Filled’ Danbury Teen Who Died At 15 Remembered For ‘Warmth,’ Leaves ‘Void That Can Never Be Filled’
Danbury Teen Who Died At 15 Remembered For ‘Warmth,’ Leaves ‘Void That Can Never Be Filled’ The family of a Connecticut teenager who died earlier this week says her death has "left a void that can never be filled." Michelle Remache died Sunday, Aug. 9. She was 15. Her family has not publicly disclosed her cause of death. Her loved ones created a GoFundMe to help cover her funeral and memorial expenses. "Michelle was a deeply loved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend," organizer Jacqueline Illescas wrote. "She leaves behind her parents, Angela Illescas and Andrés Remache, her 13-year-old little sister, Abby, and her grandparents, who loved her deeply. Her passing has left …

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven, CT
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New Haven Inmate Feared Exposure, Paid Alleged Extortion Before Jail Suicide, Report Finds New Haven Inmate Feared Exposure, Paid Alleged Extortion Before Jail Suicide, Report Finds
New Haven Inmate Feared Exposure, Paid Alleged Extortion Before Jail Suicide, Report Finds A Connecticut jail inmate who died by suicide in April was likely being extorted by his cellmate and feared for his safety, according to a new state investigation. The report also found that a correction officer falsified records to conceal his “dereliction of duty.” Segundo Gamboy Guaranda, 33, was arrested Aug. 13, 2025, and charged with first-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor. A 13-year-old girl alleged that she went to Guaranda’s room while looking for her cat and that he sexually assaulted her there. Guaranda initially denied the allegation but later admitted during a…

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by Josh Lanier
Tolland, CT
Obituaries
Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman Dies At 80; CT State Leaders Recall Her ‘Joy Of Politics’ Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman Dies At 80; CT State Leaders Recall Her ‘Joy Of Politics’
Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman Dies At 80; CT State Leaders Recall Her ‘Joy Of Politics’ A trailblazing Connecticut leader who spent several decades in public office has died. Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman died Wednesday morning, Aug. 12. She was 80. Her cause of death was not disclosed.   Gov. Ned Lamont announced her passing and ordered Connecticut flags lowered to half-staff in her honor. Nancy Wyman was a good friend to me, a good friend to Democrats, and a good friend to the people of Connecticut. She was a tireless advocate for all things Connecticut, and in particular she made healthcare for all her personal crusade, working to develop policies that ensure… —…

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by Josh Lanier
Killingly-Danielson, CT
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Trooper Hospitalized After Swerving To Avoid Box Truck, Crashing On I-395 In Killingly: Police Trooper Hospitalized After Swerving To Avoid Box Truck, Crashing On I-395 In Killingly: Police
Trooper Hospitalized After Swerving To Avoid Box Truck, Crashing On I-395 In Killingly: Police A Connecticut state trooper was hospitalized after swerving to avoid a box truck on Interstate 395 and crashing into a concrete barrier, police said. Connecticut State Police said Trooper Justin Tetreault, of Danielson, was driving in the left lane with his emergency lights on around 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, in Killingly, CT Insider reported. A call to State Police was not immediately returned.  A New Jersey driver in a box truck then moved into the trooper's lane, causing Tetreault to make an evasive maneuver. His cruiser struck a guardrail, a concrete bridge wall and the…

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by Josh Lanier
Danbury, CT
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Danbury Man Cashed Fake US Treasury Checks, Stole $80K: Feds Danbury Man Cashed Fake US Treasury Checks, Stole $80K: Feds
Danbury Man Cashed Fake US Treasury Checks, Stole $80K: Feds An Ecuadorian man living in Connecticut could spend decades in prison after federal prosecutors say he deposited two fake US Treasury checks and moved $80,000. Edison Jovanny Duta Pindo, 43, of Danbury, was indicted by a federal grand jury in New Haven last year. Authorities located and arrested him in Danbury on July 16, the US Department of Justice announced on Monday, Aug. 10.  The case involves bank activity in Newtown, Brookfield and Bethel. Prosecutors allege Duta Pindo deposited a fraudulent Treasury check for $53,780.49 into a Newtown Savings Bank account on April 23, 2024. Th…

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by Josh Lanier
Ledyard-Preston, CT
Obituaries
Fundraiser Honors Navy Veteran, Longtime Ledyard Youth Football Coach ‘Smitty' Fundraiser Honors Navy Veteran, Longtime Ledyard Youth Football Coach ‘Smitty'
Fundraiser Honors Navy Veteran, Longtime Ledyard Youth Football Coach ‘Smitty' A Navy veteran, Groton employee and longtime youth football coach has died, and his family is raising money for the league that meant so much to him.  Wendall Corey Smith, known as “Smitty,” died July 27. He was 56. His family did not disclose the cause of his death. Smith served 24 years in the US Navy’s submarine service before retiring. He later became a maintenance manager for the town of Groton, according to his obituary. Smith also spent about a decade coaching and announcing games for the Ledyard Youth Football League. Former players remembered him as a compassionate coach devo…

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by Josh Lanier
Wolcott, CT
Breaking News
2 Dead Pit Bulls Dumped In Bags On Wolcott Trail; Group Offering $5K Reward For Tips 2 Dead Pit Bulls Dumped In Bags On Wolcott Trail; Group Offering $5K Reward For Tips
2 Dead Pit Bulls Dumped In Bags On Wolcott Trail; Group Offering $5K Reward For Tips A Connecticut police department said an animal rights group is offering a $5,000 reward for information on who dumped the bodies of two pit bulls along a Connecticut walking trail.   Two pit bulls were found dead along a Wolcott walking trail on Saturday, Aug. 8, near Woodtick Road and Boundline Road, Wolcott police said.  Police responded after receiving a report of two garbage bags giving off a strong, foul odor. Officers opened the bags and discovered the dogs. The pit bulls will be taken to the University of Connecticut’s Pathobiology and Veterinary Science program.…

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by Josh Lanier
New London, CT
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New London City Council President Says He Was Driving Truck That Hit, Killed Teen On Moped New London City Council President Says He Was Driving Truck That Hit, Killed Teen On Moped
New London City Council President Says He Was Driving Truck That Hit, Killed Teen On Moped A New London city leader said he was behind the wheel of a pickup truck that struck and killed a 17-year-old moped rider. Zaeem Tyus was riding near Ocean Avenue and Beech Drive shortly after 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 8, when the crash occurred, police said. Emergency crews rushed Tyus to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, where he died from his injuries. New London City Council President John Satti said Monday that he was driving the truck, according to The Day. Satti declined to comment further on the advice of his lawyers. Satti, who has served on the council for more than 10 years, stayed at …

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by Josh Lanier
Orange-Woodbridge-Bethany, CT
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Former Bethany Youth Counselor Sentenced To Prison For Sexually Abusing 5 Girls Former Bethany Youth Counselor Sentenced To Prison For Sexually Abusing 5 Girls
Former Bethany Youth Counselor Sentenced To Prison For Sexually Abusing 5 Girls A former Connecticut youth counselor will serve four years in prison after admitting he sexually abused five girls, according to published reports. Anthony Joseph Mastrangelo, 23, received a 20-year sentence that will be suspended after he serves four years, followed by 10 years of probation, CT Insider reported. He pleaded guilty in May to five counts of fourth-degree sexual assault of a child younger than 13 and five counts of risk of injury to a child. Connecticut State Police arrested the former Bethany youth counselor in May and June 2024. The investigation began after allegations surf…

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