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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

Child Porn: Ex-Leeds VA Administrator Admits To Sharing Videos Of Kids 12 And Under A 51-year-old Royalston man admitted Monday, April 24, to sharing child porn while at work at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Leeds for months. Kevin Divoll pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. He faces up to 40 years in prison, per federal sentencing guidelines. He must serve a minimum of five years behind bars. Divoll was caught after federal investigators identified someone sharing child porn over the VA Medical Center's public Wi-Fi from May through July 202…

04/25/2023

Police & Fire

Hit, Run Driver Leaves Behind Something Important In Western Mass Crash Holyoke police are asking for the public's help to track down a driver they say was involved in a hit-and-run crash on Main Street on Monday afternoon, April 24. Not only do they want to discuss why they left the scene of a wreck, but they also want to return their passenger side-view mirror. Making matters worse for the driver — the car was an Alfa Romeo. The Italian-manufactured sedan is rare in the US, and only a handful of garages would be equipped to fix it. Police ask anyone on Alfa Romeo pictured or the hit-and-run crash to contact detectives at 413-322-6900.

04/25/2023

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'…

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 …

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 …

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…

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. …

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 …

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…

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.

04/21/2023

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