Stephen Krauchick

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.

Odor Of Gas Indoors

2019-06-21 @ 4:40pm--#Fairfield CT-- Firefighters are on scene in the 500 block of Beach Road for an odor of gas indoors.   This news report is made possible by our safe heating sponsor:   Olor a gas en el interior 2019-06-21 a las 4:40 pm-#Fairfield CT-- Los bomberos están en la escena en el la 500 Beach Road para un olor a gas en interiores.

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Stratford News: Popped By A Pop

2019-06-21@4:34pm--#Stratford CT-- EMS dispatched to the Mobil Station at 2775 Nichols Avenue for a person that was hit in the head by a soda can.   This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport: Persona fue golpeada en la cabeza con una bebida 2019-06-21-4:34pm–#Stratford CT – EMS enviado a la estación Mobil en 2775 Avenida Nichols para una persona que fue golpeada en la cabeza por una lata de refresco.

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Fairfield News: Child Hit By Car

2019-06-21 @ 4:04pm--#Fairfield CT-- A child was struck by a car in the 30o block of Fairview Avenue (near Holland Hill Road).  Assistant Chief George said the child is being transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Un nino fue golpeado por un carro 2019-06-21 a las 4:04 pm–#Fairfield CT– Un niño fue golpeado por un carro en la 30 de la Avenida Fairview (cerca de Holland Hill Road). El subjefe George dijo que el niño está siendo transportado al hospital con lesiones que no ponen en peligro la vida.

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Bridgeport News: Attempted Robbery

2019-06-20 @ 1:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A teen entered a store in the 2000 block East Main Street wearing a mask possibly attempting to rob the store according to radio reports.  The shop owner pulled a gun on the teen who left and is now standing outside by the barbershop.  Police are on the way.  The store owner took  the teen's get-a-way bicycle.   This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74833" align="aligncenter" width="420"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption] Noticias de Bridgeport: Intento de robo 2019-06-20 a la 1:50pm–#Bridgeport CT– Un adolescente entró en una tienda en la 2000 calle de East Main usando una máscara posiblemente intentando robar la tienda de acuerdo con informes de radio. El dueño de la…

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Westport Looks To Make Town More Accesible

Westport, CT - Elaine Daignault, Director of Human Services and Jen Fava, Director of Parks and Recreation announced today that they will partner with Westport’s Commission on People with Disabilities to host a celebration of Westport’s efforts to improve ADA accessibility around town. “July marks the 29th anniversary of the signing of the American’s with Disabilities Act, a momentous event in US history which brought unparalleled progress to protect and secure equal rights for people of all abilities” said Daignault.   The Compo Beach celebration is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26 from 5:30-6:30 pm at the two central barbecue stations nearest the new restrooms (rain location is Ned Dimes Marina). The party is made possible by a grant from the…

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Westport Astronomical Society To Ham It Up

The Westport Astronomical Society’s Ham Radio Club, will be participating in the North American Amateur Radio “Field Day” exercise, June 22 – 23, 2019, at 182 Bayberry Lane in Westport, CT. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend from 2 PM until 9 PM on Saturday, June 22nd and from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. on Sunday June 23rd. Every year tens of thousands of Amateur Radio operators (also called “hams”) all over the U.S. and Canada participate in Field Day. Field Day is a combination national emergency drill, contest and public demonstration. Members will be available to answer questions, explain what is happening and perform demonstrations.   Field Day demonstrates ham radio’s ability…

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#Fairfield CT-- On 06-18-19 at about 1:45 PM, an officer was flagged down by an employee of Bob’s Stores who pointed out a vehicle that was fleeing from a shoplifting that just occurred at the store. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop when the suspect engaged the officer in pursuit for a short distance before stopping. When the officer attempted to make contact with the lone female operator, later identified as Lisa M. Briggs of Stratford, she rammed his police car and then fled the scene nearly striking the officer. She came so close to striking the officer that he had to push off the hood to avoid being struck by the vehicle. The officer did not suffer…

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Senator Murphy Wants Smart Guns

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) this week introduced the Start Advancing Firearms Enhancements and Technology (SAFETY) Act, legislation that would provide tax incentives to small businesses and firearm manufacturers for the development of smart gun technologies. The bill also encourages consumers to buy firearms that utilize new breakthroughs in safety to reduce gun violence. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) is a co-sponsor of the legislation. U.S. Representative Jim Himes (CT-4) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Smart guns are an innovative way to control who has access to your gun. If I can use my finger or face to unlock my cell phone, then firearm manufacturers can be innovative in using technology to secure guns. We know…

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