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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Manchester, CT
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Former Manchester Student, 15, Remembered For Talent, Kindness Dies After Battle With Pneumonia Former Manchester Student, 15, Remembered For Talent, Kindness Dies After Battle With Pneumonia
Former Manchester Student, 15, Remembered For Talent, Kindness Dies After Battle With Pneumonia A former Manchester 15-year-old student remembered for her talent, leadership, and kindness has died, leaving classmates and teachers grieving. Camilla Lagos died last week after battling pneumonia and later succumbing to sepsis in the hospital, according to Manchester Public Schools Superintendent Matt Geary. Her mother, Karina Flores Vizcardo, shared updates about Camilla’s illness with her former teachers, Geary said. Her family said she was an honor-roll student with a promising future. "Camilla was a sweet, smart, and remarkably gifted young woman, known for her gentle heart and her …

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by Josh Lanier
Ridgefield, CT
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Riko’s Pizza Bringing Popular ‘Hot Oil Pie’ To Ridgefield With New Restaurant Riko’s Pizza Bringing Popular ‘Hot Oil Pie’ To Ridgefield With New Restaurant
Riko’s Pizza Bringing Popular ‘Hot Oil Pie’ To Ridgefield With New Restaurant A popular bar pie chain is planning a new restaurant in Ridgefield. Riko’s Pizza announced it will open a corporate-owned location at 955 Ethan Allen Highway. The site sits in one of Ridgefield’s busiest dining and retail areas near the New York border. The restaurant is under development and is expected to open this summer. The new spot will feature the brand’s full-service restaurant and bar concept. The menu will include its super-thin crust tavern-style bar pies, including the well-known Hot Oil Pie. Guests will also find oven-roasted wings, made-to-order salads, shareables, and dessert…

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by Josh Lanier
Tyngsborough, MA
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Woman Found Buried Beneath Tyngsborough Garage Floor; Man Charged With Murder Woman Found Buried Beneath Tyngsborough Garage Floor; Man Charged With Murder
Woman Found Buried Beneath Tyngsborough Garage Floor; Man Charged With Murder A Massachusetts man is accused of shooting a woman and burying her beneath the floor of his garage, according to prosecutors. She was found more than a year later.  Shawn Sullivan, 40, of Tyngsborough, was charged with murder, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon causing serious bodily injury, and improper disposal of human remains, Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Tyngsborough Police Chief Shaun Woods confirmed. The charges stem from the alleged killing of a woman whose identity has not yet been confirmed. Investigators say her remains were found buried beneath the g…

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven, CT
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Barricaded Person Case Triggers Death Investigation In New Haven: State Police Barricaded Person Case Triggers Death Investigation In New Haven: State Police
Barricaded Person Case Triggers Death Investigation In New Haven: State Police A death investigation tied to a barricaded person is unfolding in New Haven, according to police.  New Haven authorities contacted Connecticut State Police on Monday, March 16, to assist in an "untimely death investigation," officials said. The incident happened in the Chapel Street area on Sunday. New Haven and North Haven police responded to the scene. Details about what led up to the incident have not been released. Investigators said the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy.  The case remains active. Authorities have not released information abou…

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by Josh Lanier
Danbury, CT
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GPS Device Found At Danbury Hospital Garage Leads To Stalking Arrest GPS Device Found At Danbury Hospital Garage Leads To Stalking Arrest
GPS Device Found At Danbury Hospital Garage Leads To Stalking Arrest A suspicious device found at a Connecticut hospital parking garage sparked a large emergency response and uncovered a stalking case that led to an arrest. German Lopez-Ortiz, 30, of Danbury, was arrested on Monday, March 16, after police traced the device back to a domestic stalking investigation. The discovery happened on Nov. 6, 2025, when officers were called to the Rizzo Parking Garage at Danbury Hospital after an electronic device was found attached to a wall. Police secured the area right away. Several agencies responded to the scene, including the Danbury Fire Department, the city’s …

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by Josh Lanier
Hebron-Marlborough, CT
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Hebron Tax Office Employee Accused Of Stealing $85K From Taxpayers In Secret Scheme: Police Hebron Tax Office Employee Accused Of Stealing $85K From Taxpayers In Secret Scheme: Police
Hebron Tax Office Employee Accused Of Stealing $85K From Taxpayers In Secret Scheme: Police A longtime employee of a Connecticut town tax collector is accused of secretly stealing more than $85,000 from local taxpayers over several years, police said. Adrian MacLean, 53, of Lisbon, was arrested and charged after investigators said she stole money from the Town of Hebron’s tax office vault and diverted town funds, Connecticut State Police said. The investigation began July 21, 2025, when Hebron Town Manager Andrew Tierney reported that money was missing from the vault. Authorities determined that $6,310 had been taken, police said. MacLean was on leave at the time, but when the to…

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by Josh Lanier
Hebron-Marlborough, CT
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Hebron Murder-Suicide: Police ID Woman, Man Found Dead Inside Home Hebron Murder-Suicide: Police ID Woman, Man Found Dead Inside Home
Hebron Murder-Suicide: Police ID Woman, Man Found Dead Inside Home Authorities have identified the man and woman found dead inside a Connecticut home late last week in what they believe is a murder-suicide.  Gregorio Calihua-Mantiel, 44, is believed to have killed Diana Enamorado Perdomo, 44, inside a Hebron home early Friday morning, Feb. 13, before killing himself, Connecticut State Police said. Authorities have not said how they died.  Update: Family Of Woman Killed In Murder Suicide Said She Was Beaten To Death, Starts Fundraiser To Send Body Home State police were called to the Main Street home around 3:30 a.m. for reports of a disturb…

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by Josh Lanier
Norwalk, CT
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Gun Found Hidden In Litter Box After Facebook Meet-Up Robbery In Norwalk: Police Gun Found Hidden In Litter Box After Facebook Meet-Up Robbery In Norwalk: Police
Gun Found Hidden In Litter Box After Facebook Meet-Up Robbery In Norwalk: Police A Facebook meet-up in Connecticut ended with an armed robbery and police uncovering a stolen pistol hidden inside a litter box, authorities said. The incident happened around 3:11 a.m. on Sunday, March 15, when patrol officers were sent to the area of Raymond Street and Day Street in Norwalk for a reported robbery. When officers arrived, the victim said two males had robbed him of his firearm at gunpoint. Police sent the suspect descriptions to other units. Investigators learned the victim had been sitting in his vehicle with two women (Princess Garcia and Natalie Deflorio) he met on Face…

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by Josh Lanier
Greenfield, MA
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$1M Lottery Jackpot: Greenfield Man Has Smart Plans For His Windfall $1M Lottery Jackpot: Greenfield Man Has Smart Plans For His Windfall
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Greenfield Man Has Smart Plans For His Windfall A Massachusetts man has a sensible plan for his $1 million grand prize in the state's lottery.  Keith Poirier, of Greenfield, won the seven-figure windfall in the state's “$5,000,000 100X Cashword” game, a $20 scratch-off ticket.  He chose the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over several years. He said he plans to save the money for his retirement.  Poirier bought the ticket at Sandri, 295 Federal St. in Greenfield. The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 

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by Josh Lanier
Manchester, CT
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Mom Delivers Baby On I-84 Before Paramedics Arrive In Manchester Mom Delivers Baby On I-84 Before Paramedics Arrive In Manchester
Mom Delivers Baby On I-84 Before Paramedics Arrive In Manchester A baby girl made a dramatic entrance on an I-84 off-ramp in Manchester, arriving before emergency crews could reach the scene. The Manchester Fire Department responded to the off-ramp Saturday night, March 14, after receiving a call about a woman in labor. According to officials, the baby was already born by the time paramedics arrived. The mother said her father was driving the car while she went into labor. He stayed with her during the delivery. Firefighters, ambulance crews, and state police arrived soon after. They evaluated and treated both the mother and newborn at the scene. Both…

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