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Josh Lanier

Assistant Managing Editor

jlanier@dailyvoice.com

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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Obituaries

Police ID Woman Found Dead Near Popular Springfield Bike Trail Springfield Police are investigating after a woman was found dead near a popular bike path off Hall of Fame Avenue. The victim has been identified as 45-year-old Meggan Meredith, according to police. Officers responded around 8 a.m. to the 1500 block of Hall of Fame Avenue after someone reported an unresponsive person near the trail. When police arrived, they found an adult female who was later pronounced dead. Police are asking for the public’s help. “We encourage anyone with information relevant to this investigation to come forward,” the department said. Tips can be shared by cal…

04/25/2025

Police & Fire

New Haven Police Address Those Serial Killer Rumors Police are pushing back against rumors swirling online that a serial killer is behind the death of a 60-year-old New Haven woman whose body was found last month. Investigators said there is currently "no indication of any criminality" connected to her disappearance and death. Denise Leary was first reported missing in late September 2024, and her remains were found just a short distance from her home in March. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled her cause of death "undetermined," and officials said there were "no signs of foul play" discovered during the autopsy. In a detailed st…

04/25/2025

Business

Chipotle Is Bringing Its First Drive-Thru To Naugatuck With A Tasty Twist Naugatuck residents hungry for something new won’t have to wait much longer. Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening its very first location in town, giving local fans a new reason to skip cooking. The new restaurant, located at 112 Bridge Street, opens on Wednesday, April 30, and includes a Chipotlane — a drive-thru pick-up lane that lets customers grab digital orders without getting out of their cars. It's a first-of-its-kind experience for the borough, where fast-casual options are limited. The store is open daily from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. Naugatuck diners will also be among the first to try…

04/25/2025

Police & Fire

Gas Station Brawl to Jailhouse Mayhem: Norwalk Police Wrestle Suspect in Rampage A late-night cab ride ended in violence at a Norwalk CITGO station, where a taxi driver was assaulted and robbed by three men who refused to pay their fare. The incident escalated further when one suspect began attacking a police cruiser and damaged multiple holding cells after being arrested, authorities said. Norwalk patrol officers were called to 128 Connecticut Ave. just before midnight after a report of a violent assault on a cab driver. Officers separated those involved and called for medical help. The driver suffered cuts to the left side of his face after being punched and stru…

04/25/2025

Lifestyle

Splash Zone: Great Wolf Lodge Opens Its Doors For Family Fun In Connecticut A major new attraction is making a big splash for families in Connecticut. The highly anticipated Great Wolf Lodge is officially opening its doors near Foxwoods Resort Casino for a soft opening on Friday, April 25, and it’s bringing more than just hotel rooms. Locals and visitors alike can expect an indoor waterpark packed with thrills, including 13 waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and interactive water play areas — all kept at a cozy 84 degrees year-round. The event space is located at 201 Rainmaker Drive, Mashantucket. Among the standout features are the Pequot Plunge, a family ra…

04/24/2025

Lifestyle

Dave Portnoy Reveals He's Dating Camryn D'Aloia After Harrowing Boat Rescue Barstool Sports CEO Dave Portnoy is off the market. El Prez name-dropped the lucky lady on a recent episode of Barstool's "Drop A Pin' podcast, unpacking all the greatest aspects of Nantucket. In the episode, Portnoy tells the story of how he was rescued from his boat by the US Coast Guard last summer. "It was myself and Cam, a girl I'm dating," he said (you can listen to him tell the story here around the 35-minute mark. Subscribe here - https://barstool.link/Donnie This week on Drop A Pin, Donnie and Chaps are joined by Barstool founder and El Presidente himself, Da…

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04/24/2025

Police & Fire

Hidden Camera Found in Williams College Gym Bathroom; Weston Man Facing 18 Charges A Western Massachusetts man is facing more than a dozen criminal charges after police say a hidden camera was discovered in a public restroom at a local college gym. Maxwell Hall, of Weston, was charged with 18 counts of photographing, videotaping, or electronically surveilling a partially nude or nude person, the Berkshire District Attorney said. The charges follow an incident on the afternoon of Jan. 16 at Williams College in Williamstown. A Williams College student reported finding a suspicious device disguised as a phone charger inside a second-floor restroom at the Lasell Gymnasium. Th…

04/24/2025

Police & Fire

'Bloody, Chaotic Scene': Stamford Man Slashes Roommate's Neck In Near-Fatal Attack, Police Say A 43-year-old man from Connecticut barely escaped with his life, thanks to the quick actions of first responders after a fight with his roommate turned violent, authorities said. Javier Rosario, 51, of Stamford, has been charged with first-degree assault in the alleged stabbing on Wednesday, April 23, police said. Police were called to Rosario's home on Lee Street in Stamford around 9:30 p.m. after he allegedly slashed his roommate’s neck with a 12-inch kitchen knife during an argument over rent money that escalated, Stamford Assistant Police Chief Richard Conklin said. "It was a very bloo…

04/24/2025

Police & Fire

3 Brothers, Another Man ID'd As Victims Killed After Car Crashes Into Waterbury Building Police have identified the four people killed when the car they were in crashed into a corner store in Waterbury early Thursday morning, April 24. Brothers Kayden Torres, 20, Nelson Torres, 25, and Noel Torres, 15, were killed along with Johnaven Puszka, 20, when the BMW they were in crashed into the Hernandez Market at 45 Cherry Street, Waterbury police said. Responders had to dig the car out of the rubble to reach the people inside. An initial investigation found that their car was driving north on Baldwin Street when it crossed the intersection at E…

04/24/2025

Obituaries

Mom Of 4 ID'd As Woman Who Died Hiking With Children In Sutton: 'She Was A Bright Light' A 49-year-old woman has been identified as the woman who fell between 50 and 70 feet into Purgatory Chasm in Sutton on Wednesday, April 23, authorities said. Carolyn "Carrie" Sanger, of Topsfield, was hiking with her children when she fell at the 100-acre state park around 2 p.m., the Worcester County District Attorney's Office said. Her kids ran to get help, but authorities were unable to save her life, officials said. She died at the scene, Sutton police said. Sutton Police Chief Tom Calouro said his department was alerted to the incident after a 911 call.&nbs…

04/24/2025

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