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DoingItLocal is run by Steve Krauchick. Steve has always had interest with breaking news even as an early teen, opting to listen to the Watergate hearings instead of top 40 on the radio. His interest in news spread to become the communities breaking news leader in Connecticut’s Fairfield County. He strongly believes that the public has right to know what is happening in their backyard and that government needs to be transparent. Steve also likes promoting local businesses.
Bridgeport Valley

Willinger, Willinger & Bucci Law Firm Announces Expansion Into Shelton

Mar 24, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Willinger, Willinger & Bucci is expanding its full-service law firm into Shelton, reflective of the robust economy along the Route 8 Corridor as well as a growing client base in the region. The law firm will maintain its traditional presence in Bridgeport, Connecticut’s largest city, at 1000 Lafayette Boulevard. “This is a natural evolution for our firm,” says senior partner Charles J. Willinger Jr., a Super Lawyers recipient in the areas of business litigation, commercial real estate and zoning, who has negotiated numerous real estate transactions valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars. “The Route 8 Corridor represents an enhanced service base while maintaining our long-established client foundation in the Fairfield County.” WW&B will occupy 8,800 square feet on…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Dirt Bike Crash

Mar 24, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

POLICE UPDATE: On March 24, 2020 at approximately 5:33 pm Bridgeport Patrol Officers responded to the scene of a serious crash at the intersection of East Main Street and Stillman Street. A 26 year old Bridgeport man, identified as Ricardo Ruiz, was traveling northbound on East Main Street operating a blue and white 2013 Yamaha “enduro” style motorcycle.  As the motorcycle approached the intersection of East Main Street and Stillman Street a Bridgeport man, operating a red 2006 Nissan Altima, was traveling eastbound on Stillman Street.  As the Nissan Altima travelled across East Main Street, the car and motorcycle collided. The Nissan came to a stop on Stillman Street just east of its intersection with East Main Street.  The operator…

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Norwalk

Norwalk News: Murder Suicide

Mar 24, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

The Detective Bureau continues to investigate this morning’s incident with the assistance of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The incident is being investigated as a family violence murder/suicide. On March 23, 2020, at 7:35am Patrol Division Officers responded to 8 Elizabeth Street after Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a 911 hang-up call. Arriving officers found 3 deceased persons in a detached garage on the property. The Detective Bureau and Crime Scene Unit are on the scene at this time. Based upon the preliminary investigation, this appears to be an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public.   The victims have been identified as Gessell Moncada, age 5 and Jesus Moncada age 4, both of Norwalk. They…

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State News

Important Resources for Workers During COVID-19 Challenges

Mar 24, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

The CT Department of Labor now has important information on unemployment benefits and frequently asked questions related to COVID-19 on their website at www.ctdol.state.ct.us/DOLCOVIDFAQ.PDF  . More help available at filectui.com  . This includes information for workers and information employers can share with their employees. DISASTER LOANS The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved CT’s request asking the federal agency to issue a declaration that will enable Connecticut’s small business owners to receive economic injury disaster loans. Small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Connecticut that have been negatively impacted by the global COVID-19 outbreak are now eligible for disaster relief loans of up to $2 million from the SBA. Small businesses can learn more about the program and apply for financial assistance at www.sba.gov/disaster   or…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Homicide Suspect Arrested

Mar 23, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--This morning, Victor Arroyo (DOB: 1/9/98 of 25 Ashley Street) was arrested and charged with the February 14, 2020 shooting death of Phillip Ingram. The evidence shows that Arroyo became upset with Ingram because he was almost struck by his car as he was walking on East Main Street. Arroyo threw a bin at Ingram's car and brandished a gun. Ingram called 911 and followed Arroyo as he walked away, but before police could arrive, Ingram confronted Arroyo and was shot multiple times. Arroyo is charged with Murder and Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit. He is being held on a $2,000,000 bond. This arrest is the result of outstanding work by Detective Winkler and all those who assisted…

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