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 News: Arrest After Compliance Check

On May 22, 2019 Connecticut State Parole Officers, assisted by members of the Bridgeport Police Narcotics Unit conducted a compliance check of a parolee, CALHOUN, Shannon (3/7/72) at his residence located at 702 Capitol Avenue, Bridgeport. During this compliance check, Calhoun fled from the home and was later taken into custody at a neighboring residence. During this compliance check, officers discovered 9 firearms, ammunition,  over 8 pounds of marijuana, drug packaging material, a money counter and $784. Also located were several high capacity and drum style magazines and one of the seized firearms is an assault type pistol with a threaded barrel to accept a suppressor. This arrest was the result of ongoing cooperation between state and local law enforcement…

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Bridgeport News: Porch Fire

2019-05-22 @ 5:51pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighter's quick response kept a porch fire from spreading to this multi-family home at 50 Milne Street.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Fuego 2019-05-22 @ 5:51pm – #Bridgeport CT – La respuesta rápida de bombero mantuvo un incendio en el porche que extenderá en la casa multifamiliar en 50 Milne Street.

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Way To Go Bridgeport Hospital!

#Bridgeport Ct-- How about some likes for Bridgeport Hospital?!  Pizza for the EMS crews for National EMS Week.  Thanks for supporting the unsung heroes of our community!   May 19-25, 2019, is the 45th annual National EMS Week. In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our nation's communities. Vamos Bridgeport Hospital #Bridgeport CT-¿qué tal algunos LIKES para el hospital de Bridgeport?! Pizza para las personal de emergencia médica (EMS) para celebrar la semana nacional de EMS. ¡Gracias por apoyar a los héroes anónimos de nuestra comunidad! Mayo 19-25, 2019, es la 45 ª semana nacional de EMS. En 1974, el presidente Gerald Ford autorizó la semana de EMS…

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Today’s Vehicle Fire

2019-05-22 @ 3:34pm--Today's vehicle fire is being hosted at 18 Canterbury Road at the Foxledge Condos at the entrance.  Firefighters confirm the car fire and has requested the fire marshal to the scene to investigate.   This news report is made possible by: Fuego 2019-05-22 @ 3:34pm—Hay un vehículo que coge fuego en 18 Canterbury Road en el Foxledge Condos en la entrada. Los bomberos confirman el incendio del carro y han solicitado al mariscal de bomberos que investigue la escena.

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Fairfield News: Medical Facility Next To Circle Stop and Shop!!

Motorists and other passersby may have noticed construction activity on the parcel at 1152 Kings Highway Cutoff, next to Stop & Shop. The 3.6 acre site had been approved for medical office use two years ago, but litigation had delayed commencement of work. The project involves construction of a 36,000 square feet building to house a surgical outpatient center and physicians affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital. Exterior work and the building shell are expected to be completed this fall, with occupancy slated for spring 2020.Motorists and other passersby may have noticed construction activity on the parcel at 1152 Kings Highway Cutoff, next to Stop & Shop. The 3.6 acre site had been approved for medical office use two years ago, but…

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Bridgeport News: Street Fight

2019-05-21 @ 7:09pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police were called to King Street for two males fighting.  The weapon of choice were shovels.   This news report is made possible by:   Noticias de Bridgeport: Pelea 2019-05-21 @ 7:09pm – #Bridgeport CT – La policía fue llamada a la calle King para dos hombres peliando. El arma de selección eran palas.

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Bridgeport News: Car Hits KFC

2019-05-21 @ 6:30pm--A car hits the Kentucky Fried Chicken at 4301 Main Street.  There were no reported injuries including the couple that was sitting at the table where the car struck.  The building inspector has been called to the scene.  Police do not suspect fowl play.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Carro golpeó Kentucky Fried Chicken 2019-05-21 @ 6:30pm – Un coche golpea Kentucky Fried Chicken en 4301 Calle Main. No se informaron lesiones incluyendo la pareja que estaba sentada en la mesa donde el coche golpeó. El inspector del edificio ha sido llamado a la escena. La policía no sospecha nada malo.

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Bridgeport News: Crash

2019-05-21 @ 2019 @ 5:21pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A crash between a Jeep and city bus leaves one injured according to radio reports.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Accidente 2019-05-21 @ 2019 @ 5:21pm – #Bridgeport CT – Un choque entre un Jeep y un autobús, deja uno con lesiones según los informes de radio.

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Bridgeport News: Armed Robbery

2019-05-21 @ 4:30PMish--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of an armed robbery by four males in a white SUV reported at Newfield and Revere Street.   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: Robo 2019-05-21 @ 4:30PMish – #Bridgeport CT – Informe de un robo armado por cuatro hombres en una camioneta blanca en la calle Newfield y Revere .

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Fairfield News: Day of Music

#Fairfield will again take part in Make Music Day, a global musical celebration that is held each year on the date of the Summer Solstice, June 21. Any musician, amateur or professional, young or old, can take part in this free event by signing up here. Likewise, businesses, churches, schools or other institutions can visit the website here to offer their outdoor spaces as potential concert locations. Make Music Day was launched in 1982 in France as the Fête De La Musique. Last year, more than 800 cities across the globe participated, including Cairo, Moscow, New York and Beijing.   Dia de Música #Fairfield volverá a participar en el día de la música, una celebración musical global que se celebra…

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