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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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Police & Fire

Ram-Page: CT Pickup Driver Smashes Mailboxes Before Hitting Rock Bottom, Police Say An intoxicated pickup truck driver’s destructive ride through Connecticut came to an abrupt stop when he found himself stuck between a rock wall and a group of angry homeowners. Franciszek Palosz, 47, of Franklin, was arrested after allegedly smashing several mailboxes in Gales Ferry, according to Ledyard police. Palosz’s Dodge Ram lived up to its name when it plowed into multiple mailboxes on Friday, May 16, around 7:15 p.m., along Vinegar Hill Road. The chaotic drive ended when the truck struck a rock wall in a driveway, making an escape impossible, police said. When officers arrived, th…

05/20/2025

Police & Fire

Fire Guts Top-Ranked RI Oyster Bar — A Favorite For CT Diners A beloved Rhode Island oyster bar and restaurant, recently named one of the best in the nation, was likely destroyed in an early morning fire, according to reports. Matunuck Oyster Bar, located in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, caught fire shortly before 4 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, CBS News reported. Firefighters arrived to find flames and heavy smoke pouring from the two-story building. Strong winds intensified the blaze and hindered firefighting efforts, Union Fire District Chief Steve Pinch told USA Today. Crews were able to extinguish the fire after a fierce battle, but the restaurant i…

05/20/2025

Police & Fire

Driver Found Dead Inside Running Car In CT; Police Investigating A man was found dead inside an idling car early Tuesday, May 20, prompting an investigation into the cause of death, authorities said. Police discovered the man unresponsive and slumped in the driver’s seat near Irving and Woodland in Manchester streets just before 4 a.m., authorities said. First responders attempted life-saving measures but were unable to revive him. His identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin. As part of the investigation, Manchester police have closed Woodland Street between Broad and Homestead streets, and Irving Street from Woodland to Cham…

05/20/2025

Police & Fire

CT DoorDash Scammer Was Murdered Before Trial, Now Feds Are Scrambling To Return Stolen Money Federal officials have recovered more than $736,000 linked to a Connecticut-based scam targeting DoorDash drivers. But the man behind the scheme was murdered just two days before a court appearance, and now prosecutors must figure out how to return the stolen cash. Police began investigating David Smith in January 2023 when Stamford police responded to a domestic violence call at a local apartment, the U.S. Attorney for Connecticut said. Inside, officers found a 9mm handgun with an extended magazine and multiple safes stuffed with $736,040 in cash, along with 118 credit and debit cards, most…

05/19/2025

Police & Fire

CT Man Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old Girl; DNA, Texts Prove Key Evidence: DA A Connecticut man was found guilty of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl, after a Tolland County jury returned four guilty verdicts in a case that stunned the local community. Bryan Jaworski, 48, of Manchester, was convicted of two counts of first-degree sexual assault and two counts of illegal sexual contact with a minor under 16, the Connecticut State's Attorney said. When questioned before his arrest in 2023, Jaworski told investigators he met the girl on a dating app and believed she was 18 or older. He said they never did anything but kiss, reports from the time note…

05/19/2025

Real Estate

Connecticut's Hidden Gems: These 3 Cities Provide 'Most Bang For Your Buck,' Survey Finds Connecticut may not be the first place that comes to mind when you're house hunting on a budget, but a new national survey found three Nutmeg State cities that offer homeowners the best value for their money. If you’re searching for an affordable place to live in Connecticut without sacrificing quality of life, Norwich tops the list. A new study by Advance America asked more than three thousand real estate professionals which U.S. cities offer the most comfort, community, and potential for happiness at the lowest cost. Related: These Massachusetts Cities Offer Maximum Value for Lowest Cost…

05/19/2025

News

$1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Living Like A King After Conquering New Game A Massachusetts man must have felt like a king when he scratched off the winning ticket on a new Massachusetts State Lottery game. Myles Blanchard, of Fall River, became the first $1 million prize winner in the new “$4,000,000 Cash King Doubler.” The $10 scratch-off ticket went on sale April 15. Related: Revere Man Wants To Help Others After Winning $2 Million In Lottery Blanchard elected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full amount over 20 years. He said he plans to buy a home with his newfound wi…

05/19/2025

Obituaries

'Free-Spirited, Loving Mother' ID'd As 25-Year-Old Killed In New Haven Wreck Authorities have identified the 25-year-old New Haven woman who was killed over the weekend when her car crashed into a tree. Now, the community is coming together to help care for her 5-year-old daughter. Shaquaza “May” Morris, of New Haven, died just before 2 a.m. Saturday, May 17, after she lost control of her vehicle going over a speed bump on Shelton Avenue, police said. Her car veered off the road and slammed into a tree. Paramedics rushed her to Yale New Haven Hospital, but doctors were unable to save her. Morris’ mother shared a video of Shaquaza on Facebook, saying she was overcom…

05/19/2025

Police & Fire

CT Man Gets 10 Years For Sex Assault Of 9-Year-Old Girl After Father Reports Abuse A Hartford man found guilty of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl will spend a decade behind bars, authorities said. Noel Martinez, 35, was convicted in February on charges of first-degree sexual assault, fourth-degree sexual assault, illegal sexual contact with a minor, and risk of injury to a child, the Connecticut State's Attorney's Office said. Judge Kevin Doyle sentenced Martinez to 25 years in prison, with it being suspended after 10. He must also serve 15 years of probation once released. Martinez was arrested in 2022 when the girl's father contacted t…

05/19/2025

Police & Fire

3-Year-Old CT Girl Severely Burned in Fire Pit Accident A 3-year-old girl from Connecticut suffered serious burns to her face and arms over the weekend when wind blew flames from a backyard fire pit onto her, according to NBC Connecticut. Firefighters responded to the home on Tracy Circle in Windsor Locks Sunday, May 18, and found the child in her mother’s arms, officials said. The girl’s father told police a sudden gust of wind pushed flames out of a contained fire pit, engulfing the child. She sustained first-, second- and third-degree burns to her face, arms, and chest, the outlet reported. Paramedics transported her to Connecticut Children’…

05/19/2025

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