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.
Valley

Free Salt & Sand Program

Nov 7, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

The Rotary Club of Derby-Shelton is offering free five-gallon buckets of sand and salt mixture for seniors (67+) and disabled residents in Derby and Shelton, CT. Deliveries will take place from December 5th to 9th, 2024. Sign-Up Information Deadline to sign up: November 14, 2024 How to sign up: Visit the Shelton or Derby Senior Center, or contact Kim Caro at: Email: kimkc7@yahoo.com (Subject: "sand and salt") Phone: Call or text 203-394-1831 Additional Details If you have a bucket from a previous delivery, please let Kim know and leave it on your doorstep for recycling. Seniors in housing complexes that already provide sand are not eligible. This community initiative, running since 2008, aims to support seniors and disabled residents during…

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Fairfield

Fairfield Police Respond to Incidents of Vehicle Theft and Residential Burglary

Nov 7, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/uv7__zohxsA September 1, 2024 Fairfield Police were alerted to attempted vehicle thefts on Lovers Lane. During the afternoon, two juveniles on a moped were observed accessing unlocked vehicles in residential driveways. Witnesses and security footage revealed the suspects entering a Range Rover parked in a driveway, where they stole a key fob left inside the vehicle. The juveniles then continued to nearby homes, entering additional vehicles. (Video footage provided is from Highlawn Road.) September 2, 2024 The same juveniles returned to the area the next day, attempting a residential burglary at an occupied home on Highlawn Road. Surveillance footage from the Ring doorbell camera showed one suspect trying to open the front door with keys stolen during the previous day's…

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Stratford

Edible Couture Expands with New Event Space for Cozy Gatherings in Stratford, CT

Nov 6, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/4BAcK1Ku7dY Stratford, CT — Edible Couture, a beloved bakery at 1400-1402 Barnum Avenue, proudly announces the grand opening of its brand-new event space. This elegant addition provides an inviting venue for small gatherings and celebrations, with a versatile layout that can accommodate up to 30 seated guests or 49 for standing events. Founded by Letitia "Tisha" Hudson, Edible Couture has long been a cherished spot in the community, celebrated for its unique confections and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Now, with this expanded space, Edible Couture offers customers a fresh way to gather for special moments such as brunches, bridal showers, meetings, birthdays, and more. “It’s a beautiful space for women to come and just relax and enjoy themselves,” said Hudson. “You…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Homicide Arrest

Nov 2, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Just over twelve hours after the city’s 12th homicide of the year—a fatal stabbing behind a social club in Bridgeport’s East End—police made an arrest in connection with the incident. At around 5:00 p.m. on Friday, Homicide Detectives took 40-year-old Ricardo Maldonado of Bridgeport into custody outside his Cowles St. residence, only blocks from the scene of the crime. Maldonado was charged with murder and is currently being held on a $750,000 bond. The incident began early Friday morning around 3:00 a.m., when Stratford Police responded to reports of a person found bleeding near the intersection of Stratford Ave. and Bruce Ave. Officers identified the deceased as 29-year-old Kyle Allen Leblanc, who suffered multiple stab wounds. Following this discovery, officers…

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