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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.

Josh Lanier's Contributions

Neighbors

These Celebrities Call Virginia Home When it comes to celebrities, Virginia boasts a roster of A-List talent to rival any state. Some of the country's most iconic athletes, musicians, and TV personalities live in the Old Dominion state or once called it home. Here are some of the most notable ones. Sandra Bullock (actor) — "Miss Congeniality" was born in Arlington before moving abroad with her family. She returned to the area as a teenager and graduated from what is now Washington-Liberty High School. Dave Grohl (musician) — The former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters frontman is synonymous with the Seattle sound, but he'…

by Josh Lanier

04/24/2023

News

'We're A Family': Central Mass Town Rallies Around Teen Seriously Injured In Accident Vickie St. Francis says one of the worst moments of her life has shown her why she is so happy to live in Auburn. Earlier this month, St. Francis' 13-year-old son Cameron was seriously injured while playing with friends at the Pappas Recreational Complex. Since then, she says she's had endless support from the community and even some strangers who want to help. "I can't speak more highly of this community (Auburn)," she said in a phone interview on Monday, April 24. "... The amount of calls of people offering help or kindness has really shown me we're a family." A GoFundMe for …

by Josh Lanier

04/24/2023

Business

Che! Empanada To Open 2nd Worcester Location In Early May Che! Empanada, the Argentinian restaurant, announced Monday, April 24, that it would open another store in Central Massachusetts. Management of the restaurant said it would open a location across from Lincoln Plaza at 536 Lincoln St the week of May 8th. Though, they have no exact date. Exciting news, Worcester! Che Empanada is expanding 🎉Our new location at 536 Lincoln St, right across Lincoln Plaza, is... Posted by Che Empanada on Monday, April 24, 2023 Albie Alvarez-Cote opened the first Che! Empanada at 19 Kelley Square in Worcester in 2021 and a second location in Newton a year …

by Josh Lanier

04/24/2023

Police & Fire

Man Tries To Sneak 'Vampire Straw' Through Boston Airport: TSA A 26-year-old Chicago man was arrested on Sunday, April 23, after he tried to get his "Vampire Straw" through a security checkpoint at Boston Logan International Aiport, authorities said. Arman Achuthan Nair was charged with carrying a dangerous weapon, Massachusetts State Police said. This is a Vampire straw. These items are not allowed in passenger carry-on bags. A passenger found that out yesterday @BostonLogan when @MassStatePolice confiscated the item and eventually arrested the 26-year-old man on a state charge. 🧛🏼‍♂️🥤🚫 #travelfail pic.twitter.com/8TGQYP93c7 — TSA_NewEngland (@T…

by Josh Lanier

04/24/2023

Police & Fire

As Thefts Of 2 Car Brands Spikes, Western Mass Police Urge Owners To Update Security Software After a series of viral social media videos earlier this year exposed a security flaw in models of Hyundai and Kia cars that make them easier to steal, there has been a spike in thefts of those vehicles. The "Kia Boyz" trend showed how some cars could be easily hot-wired using a USB cable. In Springfield, a dozen Hyundai and Kia cars were stolen in April, with an additional 13 break-ins, police said. Officers arrested three minors and charged them with the thefts. Police urge Hyundai and Kia owners to reach out to dealerships about a software update to patch the problem. …

by Josh Lanier

04/24/2023

Police & Fire

Police Investigating Shooting Over Weekend In Western Mass A man was taken to the hospital following an early morning shooting in Hampden County on Sunday, April 23, authorities said. Officers received a Shotspotter activation around 12:15 a.m. in the 100 block of Maple Street, where they found a man bleeding from a bullet wound, Springfield police said online. At approximately 12:15 a.m. Sunday officers responded to the 100 block of Maple St. for a ShotSpotter Activation. Officers located an adult male gunshot victim who was transported to Baystate with non-life-threatening injuries. The SPD Detective Bureau is investigating. — Ryan Walsh …

by Josh Lanier

04/24/2023

News

Pop-Up Will Bring 'Simpsons' Bar To West Springfield "The Simpsons" are headed west. A pop-up event set for next month promises to recreate the iconic Moe's Tavern from the beloved show in West Springfield down to the most minute detail. From June 2 through June 11, the fan-ran parody event will convert Two Weeks Notice Brewing Co. at 110 Bosworth St. into the famed watering hole for Springfield's D-List. Guests are encouraged to show up in costume as their favorite "Simpsons" character in what organizers say will be a perfect spot for photos or to grab a Duff after a shift at the power plant. A pop-up event will convert Two Weeks Not…

by Josh Lanier

04/21/2023

Police & Fire

Police Investigating Baby's Death In Waltham: DA Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 5-month-old baby boy in Waltham last week. Police responded to a home on Leitha Street just before 2 p.m. on April 13 to a report of an unresponsive baby, a spokesperson for the Middlesex District Attorney's Office said. Paramedics attempted life-saving efforts before rushing him to Newton Wellesley Hospital, where he died. Authorities said the boy didn't live at that home, and it's unclear if his parents were there. Information about this case is limited as the investigation is ongoing.

by Josh Lanier

04/21/2023

News

West Mass City Says Its Water Is Safe To Drink Again West Springfield residents no longer need to boil their water before using it. City officials lifted the order Friday, April 21, after a second round of tests showed the water was safe to drink. The boil order was implemented after a 24-inch water transmission pipe on Gooseberry Road broke on Tuesday, causing low pressure for hundreds of residents and fears about potential bacterial infections. The Department of Public Works repaired the pipe, and the EPA ran multiple water quality tests over several days to verify it was safe to consume from the tap, the city said in its announcement. …

by Josh Lanier

04/21/2023

Police & Fire

Fatal Wreck: Fiancé Of Western Mass Teacher Killed In CT Wreck Charged With Her Death The fiancé of a Western Massachusetts school teacher was allegedly intoxicated when he cut in front of a police cruiser speeding to a 911 call, killing the educator and injuring their 1-year-old son, authorities said. Phillip Vargas, age 33, of Vernon in Tolland County, Connecticut, was arrested on Thursday, April 20, and charged in the fatal April 2 crash in Vernon that killed 26-year-old Bianca Colon, a teacher at Springfield Prep Charter School in Springfield, Manchester Police announced. Investigators said Vargas was driving east on Hartford Turnpike when he turned left onto Bolton …

by Josh Lanier

04/21/2023

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