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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Stamford, CT
Breaking News
Driver Charged With Fatal Stamford Crash Months After Striking Woman In Crosswalk: Police Driver Charged With Fatal Stamford Crash Months After Striking Woman In Crosswalk: Police
Driver Charged With Fatal Stamford Crash Months After Striking Woman In Crosswalk: Police A Connecticut driver has been arrested months after police say his pickup truck struck and killed a woman crossing the street. John DeAngelis, 50, surrendered to Stamford police on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 4, after a warrant charged him with the death of 66-year-old Evelyn Aponte, who was struck while crossing Colonial Road in a marked crosswalk. The Stamford man is charged with negligent homicide with a motor vehicle and making an improper turn, authorities said.  Police said the crash happened shortly after 2 p.m. on April 25. Investigators said DeAngelis was driving a 2014 Toyota pic…

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by Josh Lanier
Wallingford, CT
Obituaries
Wallingford Man, 20, Remembered For 'Gentle Soul' As Family Seeks Help After Sudden Death Wallingford Man, 20, Remembered For 'Gentle Soul' As Family Seeks Help After Sudden Death
Wallingford Man, 20, Remembered For 'Gentle Soul' As Family Seeks Help After Sudden Death A 20-year-old Connecticut man who died unexpectedly is being remembered for his gentle heart and sense of humor as his family asks the community for help saying goodbye. Alex Lanford, of Wallingford, died Thursday morning, July 29. His family did not disclose how he died, but they said in his obituary that his death was sudden and unexpected. His mother, Darla Lanford, announced his death in a GoFundMe campaign to help cover his funeral costs. "If you have ever had the opportunity to cross paths with him, you could tell he has a gentle soul," she wrote. "He loved to make people laugh with …

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by Josh Lanier
Danbury, CT
Breaking News
Stamford Woman Accused Of Killing CT Officer, Girlfriend Never Had Driver's License: Report Stamford Woman Accused Of Killing CT Officer, Girlfriend Never Had Driver's License: Report
Stamford Woman Accused Of Killing CT Officer, Girlfriend Never Had Driver's License: Report A Connecticut woman accused of causing a double-fatal crash with an off-duty Bridgeport police officer and his girlfriend could soon face another criminal charge after prosecutors said she admitted she had never had a driver's license, according to a news report. Melissa Esperanza Ramirez, 27, of Stamford, appeared in court Tuesday, Aug. 4, for the second time since her July 24 arrest. She faces two counts of second-degree manslaughter and one count each of driving under the influence, traveling unreasonably fast, and failure to drive in the proper lane in connection with a July 13 crash on …

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by Josh Lanier
Torrington, CT
Breaking News
Torrington Man Who Received Presidential Clemency Pleads Guilty In New Federal Drug Case Torrington Man Who Received Presidential Clemency Pleads Guilty In New Federal Drug Case
Torrington Man Who Received Presidential Clemency Pleads Guilty In New Federal Drug Case A prior federal drug trafficker who received presidential clemency is headed back toward prison after admitting to another drug crime in Connecticut. Michael Cabassa, 48, of Torrington, pleaded guilty in federal court on Monday, Aug. 3, to possession with intent to distribute controlled substances and admitted to violating the terms of his supervised release from an earlier federal conviction, according to the U.S. Attorney for Connecticut. Federal prosecutors said Cabassa was sentenced in 2007 to 20 years in prison and 10 years of supervised release for trafficking crack cocaine. He was re…

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by Josh Lanier
Fairfield, CT
Your Community
Connecticut Offering Dell Laptops At State Libraries: See If You Qualify Connecticut Offering Dell Laptops At State Libraries: See If You Qualify
Connecticut Offering Dell Laptops At State Libraries: See If You Qualify Thousands of Connecticut residents can now receive a free laptop through their local library if they qualify for certain assistance programs. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection announced Monday, Aug. 3, that it launched the Laptop ConneCT program in partnership with the Connecticut State Library. The roughly $7 million initiative is designed to expand access to technology while helping residents connect with education, jobs, healthcare, and other essential services. To qualify, residents must: Be at least 18 years old. Have a valid library card at a particip…

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by Josh Lanier
Milford, CT
Breaking News
Second Arrest Made In Deadly Milford Home Invasion; 69-Year-Old Man Killed, Woman Shot In Head Second Arrest Made In Deadly Milford Home Invasion; 69-Year-Old Man Killed, Woman Shot In Head
Second Arrest Made In Deadly Milford Home Invasion; 69-Year-Old Man Killed, Woman Shot In Head Police have arrested a second man in a deadly Connecticut home invasion that left a 69-year-old man dead and a woman shot in the head, authorities said  Ivan Barias-Florimon, 24, of the Bronx, was arrested Tuesday, Aug. 5, in New York City with assistance from the U.S. Marshals' Office. He is charged with murder, murder in commission of a felony, home invasion, and first-degree assault of an elderly victim during a Milford home invasion in June. Authorities said he is being held in New York City while awaiting extradition to Connecticut. His capture follows the Friday arrest of 25…

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by Josh Lanier
Norfolk, MA
Breaking News
Pounds Of Weed, Guns Hidden Under Counter: Brockton Store Owner Guilty In Gang, Drug Probe Pounds Of Weed, Guns Hidden Under Counter: Brockton Store Owner Guilty In Gang, Drug Probe
Pounds Of Weed, Guns Hidden Under Counter: Brockton Store Owner Guilty In Gang, Drug Probe The owner of a Massachusetts clothing store has pleaded guilty to using the streetwear business to sell drugs for a gang and store an arsenal of guns, federal authorities said.  Felipe Jonet-Branco, 31, of Brockton, pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to one count of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances and 10 counts of being a felon in possession of a firearm, according to the US Attorney for the District of Massachusetts. A judge is scheduled to sentence him on Nov. 2.  Jonet-Branco owns Banks & Brancos, a clothing store in Brockton. Prosecutors s…

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by Josh Lanier
Southbury-Middlebury, CT
Obituaries
Beloved Middlebury Animal Control Officer, Former CT Correction Captain, Found Dead In Vehicle Beloved Middlebury Animal Control Officer, Former CT Correction Captain, Found Dead In Vehicle
Beloved Middlebury Animal Control Officer, Former CT Correction Captain, Found Dead In Vehicle The man found dead inside a vehicle over the weekend was a US Army veteran and a longtime Connecticut corrections and animal control officer, authorities announced. Oreste "Rusty" P. Bona, 72, was identified as the man whose body was found inside a vehicle around 1:45 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, in Middlebury, police said. Connecticut State Police are investigating his death, but authorities do not believe it is suspicious. Middlebury First Selectwoman Jennifer Mahr ordered town flags to fly at half-staff in Bona's honor.  "Rusty has been a fixture of our community, known and loved for his passio…

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven, CT
Obituaries
New Haven Teen Who Died After Jumping Into River Remembered For Creativity, 'Gentle Spirit' New Haven Teen Who Died After Jumping Into River Remembered For Creativity, 'Gentle Spirit'
New Haven Teen Who Died After Jumping Into River Remembered For Creativity, 'Gentle Spirit' A 13-year-old Connecticut boy who died after jumping into the West River is being remembered for his kindness, creativity, and the bright future he left behind as his family asks for the community's help. King Best's body was recovered from the river in New Haven on Sunday, Aug. 2, after police said he jumped into the water three days earlier.  Best's family has started a GoFundMe to help pay for funeral and memorial expenses. "The sudden passing of King has left us not only grieving, but also navigating the many challenges that come with saying goodbye to someone so cherished," …

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by Josh Lanier
Norwalk, CT
Breaking News
Sally's Apizza Hiring For Long-Awaited South Norwalk Restaurant At SoNo Collection Sally's Apizza Hiring For Long-Awaited South Norwalk Restaurant At SoNo Collection
Sally's Apizza Hiring For Long-Awaited South Norwalk Restaurant At SoNo Collection Sally's Apizza is taking another major step toward opening the iconic restaurant's long-awaited South Norwalk location. Starting Tuesday, Aug. 4, the pizzeria will begin hiring for positions at The SoNo Collection through a series of hiring sessions on Level 1 of the shopping center's Bloomingdale's Court.  The restaurant is looking to fill multiple full- and part-time positions, including a manager, executive sous chef, servers, runners, bussers, hosts, prep cooks, pizza cooks, line cooks, dishwashers, and bartenders. Hiring sessions are scheduled for: Tuesday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and…

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