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.
Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Catch 15 Year Old With Gun & Stolen Land Rover

Jun 12, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-11 --#Bridgeport CT--On Tuesday June 11, 2019 at approximately 3pm, Task Force Officers (TFO) were working the area of theEastend / PT Barnum Housing area due to recent drive-by shootings. Prior information received was that both East End and PT gang members were utilizing stolen autos to conduct drive-by shootings in the Greens or Trumbull Avenue areas. Task Force Officers were working pro-actively in these areas to recover and arrest gang members that were using these vehicles. At 3:15Pms Task Force Officers saw a 15-year-old male enter a black Range Rover on Carrol Court. This was a listed stolen auto. The vehicle was followed until other units were able to assist in the stop. The Range Rover was stopped on…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Child Wandering In The Road

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-11 @ 8:26pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A passerby found a 1 or 2 year old wandering the street near Massey Fuel at  40 Hollister Avenue.  The passerby stopped the child from getting hit by a passing car and is staying with the child until police arrive.   This news report is made possible by: Nticias de Bridgeport: Bebe vagando en la carretera 2019-06-11 @ 8:26pm – #Bridgeport CT – Un persona caminando encontró un bebe de 1 o 2 años vagando por la calle cerca de Massey Fuel en 40 Hollister . La persona se quedo con el niño para que no fuera golpeado por un carro que pasaba y se queda con el niño hasta que llegue la policía.

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Entertainment

Cars and Coffee

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Cars and Coffee with a cause June 23rd from 11am to 1pm at BMW of Bridgeport. All models of cars welcomed. For every coffee sold $2 is donated to Connecticut Challenge which is a charity bike ride for cancer survivors. Celebrity guests will include me! Steve of DoingItLocal, Will Castro from Unique Hustle of Motor Trend's Unique Hustle. Will will be also be holding Unique Hustle book signing too! Live DJ will be DJGnyte. Come on down a see us! Noticias de Bridgeport: Carros y Café Carros y café con una causa junio 23 de 11am a 1pm en BMW de Bridgeport. Todos los modelos de carros recibidos. Por cada café vendido $2 se dona a Connecticut Challenge, que es…

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Bridgeport

P.T. Barnum: The Lost Legend” Bridgeport Premiere

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

"P.T. Barnum: The Lost Legend" Bridgeport Premiere Featuring A Cast Of Bridgeport Clowns & Characters! 7:00pm Friday June 14 6:00pm VIP Meet n' Greet Catered Reception With Dir: Mr Corey Boutilier & Cast Members & Musicians 7:00pm Film And Q&A With Director And Cast Members Corey Boutilier - Film Director Kathy Mayer - Executive Director of The Barnum Museum David Gesualdi - Sculptor of P.T. Barnum Sculpture TICKETS FREE: RSVP HERE Today, in a time when civil war statues in the south are being removed, and with what is believed to be the final performance of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus, comes a documentary film that explores why P.T. Barnum should be newly honored and remembered properly…

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Fairfield

Fairfield News: Narcan Training

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut (June 11, 2019) – Connecticut has been confronted with the opioid crisis which has led to an increase in opioid related deaths. Since January 2019, there have already been approximately 12 emergency room visits, of Fairfield residents, for a suspected opioid related drug overdoses. In an effort to combat this issue, the Fairfield Health Department along with Fairfield CARES, and The HUB: Behavioral Health Action Organization for Southwestern CT will be hosting a Narcan training on Tuesday, June 25 th , 2019 at the Fairfield Public Library from 9:30am - 10:30am in the Memorial Room. This training is FREE of charge and a limited number of Narcan kits will be available to attendees. Individuals can register for the…

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Fairfield

Fairfield News: Today’s Vehicle Fire

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-11 @ 2:51pm--#Fairfield CT-- Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Fairfield in the 1600 block of Bank Rock Turnpike near Burroughs Road.   This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Fairfield: Fuego 2019-06-11 @ 2:51pm – #Fairfield CT – El fuego de vehículo de hoy está siendo alojado por Fairfield en la 1600 de Black Rock Turnpike cerca de Burroughs Road.

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Westport

Westport News: 1st Quarter Taxes Due Even If You Didn’t Receive A Bill

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT - Tax Collector Harry Whiteley reminded residents today that first quarter real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary sewer use and assessment charges are due July 1, 2019.  Taxpayers have until August 1, 2019 to pay taxes without penalty.  Accounts will be subject to an 18 percent (1.5 percent/month) penalty charge if paid late.  Minimum interest charge is $2.00. Failure to receive a bill does not abate the charges or interest. Real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary use and assessment bills may be paid by credit card, debit card, or direct withdrawal from a checking account on-line at https://www.westportct.gov/ and choosing “Pay Taxes Online” from the homepage. Checks should be made…

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Stratford

Stratford looks to acquire lighthouse

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

STRATFORD- Mayor Laura R. Hoydick announced Friday that the Town of Stratford has entered into a license agreement with the United States Coast Guard for the property at the Stratford Point Lighthouse. Under terms of the agreement, the Town of Stratford has use of the lighthouse property and associated buildings and structures, while the Coast Guard continues to operate and maintain the light.  The Town agrees to maintain and upkeep the property and buildings.  Payment from the Town for the agreement is a single dollar. The Mayor says that she hopes to see the location become available to the public, and available to reserve for events and functions after some preparation and restoration is performed at the site. “For generations the…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Early Morning Monday Robbery

Jun 10, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-10 @ 4:40AM--Police were called on a report of a robbery.  The victims reported that 3 males were approached by a female offering to go for drinks.  The female got into a vehicle with a male driver and the three males followed them to several locations.  The male driver got out of the vehicle and went to the victims car with a firearm drawn.  The male took the victims to the rear yard of a house on Soundview Avenue where he and the female took all of the victim's belongings at gunpoint.  The responsible assailants are reported to be a black male, short and slim.  The female is described to be a Hispanic female, short and stout.  The responsible parties…

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