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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
Middletown Grandfather Killed In Crash; Portland Woman Faces Manslaughter, OUI Charges: Police Middletown Grandfather Killed In Crash; Portland Woman Faces Manslaughter, OUI Charges: Police
Middletown Grandfather Killed In Crash; Portland Woman Faces Manslaughter, OUI Charges: Police A Connecticut woman accused of driving under the influence is facing charges in connection with a head-on crash that killed a 70-year-old Middletown grandfather, police said. Angela J. Grammatico, 32, of Portland, was charged with OUI, second-degree manslaughter, second-degree manslaughter with a motor vehicle, first-degree reckless endangerment, possession of a controlled substance, and reckless driving, according to Portland police. The charges stem from a fatal crash on Nov. 11 along Main Street, also known as Route 17A, on the Portland side of the Arrigoni Bridge over the Connecticut Ri…

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Skeletal Remains Of 3 People Found Inside Foreclosed Burlington Home Bought At Auction Skeletal Remains Of 3 People Found Inside Foreclosed Burlington Home Bought At Auction
Skeletal Remains Of 3 People Found Inside Foreclosed Burlington Home Bought At Auction A routine home purchase turned into a major police investigation after the skeletal remains of three people were found inside a foreclosed Connecticut home, authorities said. The discovery happened Sunday, June 14, when Connecticut State Troopers responded to 7 Stanwich Lane in Burlington after the buyer found the remains inside the property.  According to Connecticut State Police, the new homeowner found the remains after purchasing the home "as is" at a foreclosure auction. The identities of the deceased were not released.  The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has not dete…

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Measles In CT: State Confirms First Case Of Virus In 2026 As Hartford Resident Hospitalized Measles In CT: State Confirms First Case Of Virus In 2026 As Hartford Resident Hospitalized
Measles In CT: State Confirms First Case Of Virus In 2026 As Hartford Resident Hospitalized Connecticut health officials have confirmed the state's first measles case of 2026, involving a Hartford County resident who is now hospitalized. The Connecticut Department of Public Health announced Monday that an unvaccinated adult tested positive for measles after testing at the State Public Health Laboratory over the weekend. Officials said the patient is hospitalized and in stable condition. Health officials said the resident recently traveled internationally and began showing symptoms after returning home. They noted the travel was not connected to the World Cup. The patient's sympto…

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Obituaries
'In Shock And Mourning': Family Grieves 21-Month-Old Killed By Amtrak Train In Springfield 'In Shock And Mourning': Family Grieves 21-Month-Old Killed By Amtrak Train In Springfield
'In Shock And Mourning': Family Grieves 21-Month-Old Killed By Amtrak Train In Springfield A fundraiser has been launched to help the family of a 21-month-old Springfield girl who was killed after being struck by an Amtrak train, leaving her loved ones and the community devastated. Gloria Elikana died after being struck by an Amtrak train near railroad tracks behind Emily Street in the Indian Orchard section of Springfield at about 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, according to authorities. She was taken to Baystate Medical Center, where she later died from her injuries. The loss has shaken a family that has already endured extraordinary hardship. According to a GoFundMe created …

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Pedestrian Seriously Hurt In Late-Night Route 66 Crash In Middletown: Police Pedestrian Seriously Hurt In Late-Night Route 66 Crash In Middletown: Police
Pedestrian Seriously Hurt In Late-Night Route 66 Crash In Middletown: Police A pedestrian suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on a stretch of Route 66 in Middletown, according to police. The crash happened around 11:30 p.m. Sunday on the 900 block of Washington Street, which is part of Route 66, the Middletown Police Department said. The pedestrian was taken to Hartford Hospital for treatment of serious injuries, police said. Authorities did not provide any information on their condition on Monday.  Police said the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. The Middletown Police Department Traffic Unit is investi…

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Obituaries
Active-Duty Dedham Police Sgt Dies After Long Cancer Battle; GoFundMe Surges For Family Active-Duty Dedham Police Sgt Dies After Long Cancer Battle; GoFundMe Surges For Family
Active-Duty Dedham Police Sgt Dies After Long Cancer Battle; GoFundMe Surges For Family A Dedham police sergeant who died after a long battle with cancer is being remembered for his dedication to the community he served and the family he loved. Sgt. James Quigley died Thursday, June 11. “Throughout his battle, Jim continued to serve our community with commitment and selflessness,” the Dedham police posted to Facebook. He leaves behind his wife and two children, Maeve and James, according to a GoFundMe created to support his family. Quigley joined the Dedham Police Department in 2015 as a patrol officer. He was promoted to detective two years later and spent years handling com…

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Heartbroken Mass Family Remembers 14-Year-Old Who Died On School Trip To Granby Resort Heartbroken Mass Family Remembers 14-Year-Old Who Died On School Trip To Granby Resort
Heartbroken Mass Family Remembers 14-Year-Old Who Died On School Trip To Granby Resort A Massachusetts eighth grader who died during a school field trip at a Connecticut resort is being remembered as a gifted student, athlete, and leader whose loss has devastated his family and school community. Emari Marshall-Woodard, 14, suffered a medical emergency while visiting High Meadow Resort in Granby and drowned on Wednesday, June 11, authorities said. An off-duty officer began life-saving measures before Emari was transported to a hospital, where he later died. "Our hearts are with the student’s family, friends, classmates, school staff, and all those whose lives have been touched…

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2 Sisters Dead After Fire Tears Through Bellingham Home 2 Sisters Dead After Fire Tears Through Bellingham Home
2 Sisters Dead After Fire Tears Through Bellingham Home A fast-moving overnight house fire killed two sisters and left a Massachusetts community reeling.  The fire broke out around 12:40 p.m. Monday, June 15, at 15 Temi Road in Bellingham, according to the State Fire Marshal's Office.  Bellingham Fire Chief William R. Miller said firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke pushing through the roof. Crews had to fight flames to get inside.  They found two older adults inside the home. Crews pulled them from the fire, but they died soon after.  Firefighters extinguished the fire within 40 minutes.  No other injuries were r…

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New Bedford Man Who Raped Girlfriend's Daughters 'Several Thousand Times' Sentenced: DA New Bedford Man Who Raped Girlfriend's Daughters 'Several Thousand Times' Sentenced: DA
New Bedford Man Who Raped Girlfriend's Daughters 'Several Thousand Times' Sentenced: DA A Massachusetts man who was found guilty of sexually assaulting his girlfriend's daughters "several thousand times" over the course of three years will spend decades behind bars, prosecutors announced.  Richard Cruz, 51, of New Bedford, was found guilty on Thursday, June 11, of three counts of forcible child rape and two counts each of child rape aggravated by age and indecent assault and battery on a child younger than 14, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office.  A Fall River Superior Court judge sentenced him to 40 to 50 years in prison.  Both of t…

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At Least 1 Dead In Tractor-Trailer Involved In Taunton Multi-Car Crash: Report At Least 1 Dead In Tractor-Trailer Involved In Taunton Multi-Car Crash: Report
At Least 1 Dead In Tractor-Trailer Involved In Taunton Multi-Car Crash: Report Massachusetts State Police are asking drivers to avoid Route 44 following a multi-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer truck.  The wreck was reported on Monday morning, June 15, in the area of  Burt to North Walker Streets in Taunton. State and local police were on the scene investigating the cause of the crash.  Early reports said multiple people were hurt in the crash, but police have not released any information on casualties. WJAR reported that at least one person had died, but calls to investigators to confirm were not immediately returned.  That investigation…

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