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Josh Lanier

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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
New Canaan Art Teacher Who Died Unexpectedly Was 'Free Spirit' Who 'Spoke Her Mind,' Mom Says New Canaan Art Teacher Who Died Unexpectedly Was 'Free Spirit' Who 'Spoke Her Mind,' Mom Says
New Canaan Art Teacher Who Died Unexpectedly Was 'Free Spirit' Who 'Spoke Her Mind,' Mom Says Alyssa Iwanski always wanted to be an art teacher, her mother said. The 31-year-old spent her youth at her grandmother's side, poring over art books and especially admiring the works of Georgia O'Keeffe. She brought that passion to her classroom at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan, where she hoped to inspire students in the same way. Tragically, the Stratford woman died unexpectedly on Saturday, Jan. 11. Her mother, Louise Iwanski, did not disclose the cause of her daughter's death. "(Alyssa) was a free spirit," Louise said in an interview with Daily Voice. "She had a heart of gold and alw…

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Obituaries
Stratford Woman Killed In New Jersey Crash Remembered For Her Warmth, Generosity Stratford Woman Killed In New Jersey Crash Remembered For Her Warmth, Generosity
Stratford Woman Killed In New Jersey Crash Remembered For Her Warmth, Generosity A 40-year-old Connecticut woman who was killed last week in a chain-reaction crash in New Jersey was known for her compassion and care for her loved ones and her remarkable generosity, her family said.  Lauren Kopko, of Stratford, died on Thurs., Jan. 16, when her Honda was involved in a four-car pileup on Route 287 in Mahwah, NJ. She would have celebrated her 41st birthday on Sat., Jan. 25. The Bridgeport native rose through the ranks at Breyer Horses in Pequannock, NJ, to become project manager, her obituary said. However, it was her personality that truly shone. "Lauren’s prof…

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News
Newly Minted Millionaire: Mohegan Sun Guest Wins $1.3M on $3 Slot Machine Bet Newly Minted Millionaire: Mohegan Sun Guest Wins $1.3M on $3 Slot Machine Bet
Newly Minted Millionaire: Mohegan Sun Guest Wins $1.3M on $3 Slot Machine Bet A Mohegan Sun gambler is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting a $1.37 million jackpot from a $3 bet earlier this month.  The massive payout came on an IGT-developed movie-theme slot machine, based on the hit film "Jumanji: The Next Level." The winner celebrated the jackpot with everyone on the casino floor.  Related: $10.8M Lottery Ticket Sold In Connecticut The winner's name was not released.  Mohegan Sun in Uncasville offers slot games, high-limit lounges, and many other games and experiences. Find more details at mohegansun.com/playing.

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Police & Fire
Intoxicated Man With Infant In Car Found Passed Out At Woodbury Intersection: Police Intoxicated Man With Infant In Car Found Passed Out At Woodbury Intersection: Police
Intoxicated Man With Infant In Car Found Passed Out At Woodbury Intersection: Police A 46-year-old man was found unresponsive behind the wheel of his car in the middle of a Connecticut intersection with a six-month-old infant in the backseat, police said. Officers believe he was high at the time. Jason Perillo, of Woodbury, is charged with operation of a motor vehicle with a child passenger while under the influence, possession of drug paraphernalia, and risk of injury to a minor, according to Connecticut State Police. Troopers were called to the intersection of Joshua Hill Rd. and Tuttle Rd. in Woodbury just after 3 p.m. on Jan. 22 after reports of an SUV idling at a stop …

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Police & Fire
Grafton Man Fatally Struck Walking On I-90; Police Close Lanes For Hours Grafton Man Fatally Struck Walking On I-90; Police Close Lanes For Hours
Grafton Man Fatally Struck Walking On I-90; Police Close Lanes For Hours A 36-year-old Central Massachusetts man was hit and killed on I-90 in Worcester County this week, police said.  Jayson Bastarache, of Grafton, was struck on the eastbound lanes of the interstate near mile marker 98 around 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, Massachusetts State Police said.  Police listed Bastarache as a pedestrian, but a bicycle was found near the crash site and footprints nearby. It's unclear why he entered the interstate.  State Police shut down all but one lane of I-90 for about four hours to investigate and clear the scene. The crash remains under investiga…

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Police & Fire
Ellington Woman Killed In Snowmobile Crash At Tolland County Ski Resort, Passenger Hurt Ellington Woman Killed In Snowmobile Crash At Tolland County Ski Resort, Passenger Hurt
Ellington Woman Killed In Snowmobile Crash At Tolland County Ski Resort, Passenger Hurt A 49-year-old woman was killed this week after the snowmobile she was piloting crashed at a Tolland County resort, authorities said.  Jamie Gallicchio, of Ellington, was involved in a crash around 3:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at Sun Valley Resort at 51 Old Springfield Rd. in Stafford, police said.  Gallicchio was ejected from the snowmobile in the crash. Ski patrol and emergency crews helped paramedics rush her to Johnson Memorial Hospital, and doctors there later airlifted her to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, where she died of her wounds hours after the cra…

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Branford Woman Stole $61K From Disabled Medicaid Recipient: Prosecutor Branford Woman Stole $61K From Disabled Medicaid Recipient: Prosecutor
Branford Woman Stole $61K From Disabled Medicaid Recipient: Prosecutor A Connecticut woman has been charged with stealing over $61,000 from a trust account meant to support a disabled Medicaid recipient, authorities said. Jennifer Rose, 47, of Branford, was arrested by state Inspectors from the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit after an investigation revealed she allegedly drained the trust account during her time as trustee from Jan. 2020 to Jan. 2021, state prosecutors said.   According to court documents, Rose used the funds, intended to cover the care and well-being of the disabled beneficiary, for personal expenses, including trips and other purchases…

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Police & Fire
Woman Locked In Milford Motel For Weeks, Deprived Of Food, Forced Into Sex, Prostitution: Cops Woman Locked In Milford Motel For Weeks, Deprived Of Food, Forced Into Sex, Prostitution: Cops
Woman Locked In Milford Motel For Weeks, Deprived Of Food, Forced Into Sex, Prostitution: Cops A Connecticut man is facing serious charges after allegedly trafficking and assaulting a woman over several weeks in a Milford motel, police said. Authorities reported that the victim endured repeated abuse before managing to call for help. Ronald Boykin, 65, of Bridgeport, was arrested on Monday, Jan. 20, and charged with sexual assault in the first degree and trafficking in persons, according to Milford police. Officers responded to a motel in Milford after the victim, who was being held in a room, found a way to use a phone to contact authorities, police said. The woman told police that…

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Police & Fire
Literal Garbage Fire Sends Norwalk Firefighters Rushing To Put It Out Literal Garbage Fire Sends Norwalk Firefighters Rushing To Put It Out
Literal Garbage Fire Sends Norwalk Firefighters Rushing To Put It Out In what could be seen as prophetic irony, a garbage truck caught fire in Fairfield County this week, sending firefighters rushing to the scene, authorities said. The contents of a Waste Management trash truck ignited near the intersection of Woodward and Neptune Avenues at approximately 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 22, according to Norwalk firefighters. The driver pulled into a parking lot at 145 Woodward Ave., near The Sport Haus and 203 Trading, and dumped the smoldering load to allow firefighters to extinguish it. Smoke and flames erupted from a pile of cardboard and plastic recycling. …

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Police ID Man Wanted In Fatal Stabbing Outside Waterbury Club Police ID Man Wanted In Fatal Stabbing Outside Waterbury Club
Police ID Man Wanted In Fatal Stabbing Outside Waterbury Club Police have identified a 25-year-old Connecticut man accused of fatally stabbing a rival and seriously injuring another during a violent fight outside a popular New Haven County club.  Garrett Piper is wanted on charges of murder, assault, breach of peace, carrying a dangerous weapon, and two counts of reckless endangerment, Waterbury police said. As of Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 22, he remained at large. Original Report: 2 Stabbed Outside Café 457 in Waterbury Officers responded to a report of an assault involving a weapon near Café 457 on West Main Street in Waterbury at about 2 a.…

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