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.
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Bridgeport News: Narcotics Arrest

Feb 14, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--  Bridgeport Police suspected Raevon Peters of dealing cocaine out of 50 Worth Street on the third floor.  After watching him complete a deal in Milford, Peters was followed back to Bridgeport where he was detained and arrested for the sale of drugs.  Officers detained Peters and a female occupant of the Worth Street residence signed a written consent to search the premise.  Officers seized 5.0 Grams cocaine packaged for sale, 10 amphetamine pills, small amounts of Oxycodine and marijuana, Cutting agents and drug factory equipment. Officers also seized a stolen Taurus 9mm Handgun with high capacity magazine. Peters is a convicted felon and was charged with numerous Firearms and Drug Charges. Noticias de Bridgeport: Arresto de drogas #Bridgeport…

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State News

Hearing On Tolls

Feb 14, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#NORWALK – State Reps. Gail Lavielle (R-Wilton, Norwalk, Westport) and Terrie Wood (R- Darien, Norwalk) are inviting members of the public to attend an informational forum on tolls at the Norwalk Inn & Conference Center, 99 East Avenue, Norwalk on Tuesday, February 26th from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The legislators will be joined by Transportation House Ranking Member Laura Devlin (R-Fairfield, Trumbull) along with Transportation Senate Ranking Member Henry Martin (R- Bristol, Harwinton, Plainville, Plymouth and Thomaston). Other area lawmakers will be invited to attend the forum. State Rep. Gail Lavielle, who is House Ranking Member of the Appropriations Committee and a member of the Transportation Committee, has been informed by the committee’s leadership that public hearings on toll-related bills will soon be held at the Legislative Office Building in…

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Stratford

Stratford News: Shooting Arrest

Feb 14, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT-- On 02-13-2019 Jacques Smith, age 20 of Stratford was arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred at the George Force Basketball Courts located on Woodend Road in Stratford. The shooting took place on 08-07-2018. Smith was arrested by warrant and subsequently held on a $100,000 dollar bond and is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Court on 02-21-2019.  Smith was charged with: Assault 1 st Degree       Reckless Endangerment        Weapon In A Motor Vehicle         Criminal Possession Of A Firearm             Criminal Possession Of Ammunition Carrying A Pistol Without A Permit There were several witnesses to the shooting and Investigators are asking anyone with further information to contact…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT: “WORKING FAMILIES ARE CENTRAL TO CONNECTICUT’S ECONOMIC SUCCESS AND FUTURE GROWTH”

Feb 13, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced a series of legislative proposals designed to help Connecticut’s working families, including a phased in minimum wage increase, paid family and medical leave (PFML), and a restoration of a $200 property tax credit that is currently only applicable to seniors and those with dependents. Both minimum wage increase and the PFML proposals echo existing bills recently proposed by legislators. Governor Lamont intends to work collaboratively with the business community, stakeholders and the legislature to determine the best path forward for the state.   “Working families are central to our state’s success, and we need to do more to support their long-term financial stability,”Governor Lamont said. “Most households in the 21st century have…

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Feb 13, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

1:04PM--#Bridgeport, CT- At 1:24pm fire units responded to a structure fire at 135-141 Madison Avenue.  The initial 3-story housing structure on fire subsequently became a 3-alarm fire that affected the adjacent structure which also had to be evacuated.  Units reported heavy fire on the second and third floors.  Bridgeport Fire Department safely cleared and evacuated all tenants to the outside of the homes.  A GBT bus served as a temporary warming shelter for displaced residents. Bridgeport Fire Department quickly worked on controlling and putting out the fire.   Both buildings sustained severe fire and water damage.   Approximately 31 people were evacuated, and all are now temporarily displaced at this time. The landlord of both housing structures has responded quickly and with compassion.…

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Stratford

Stratford News: Property Tax Relief

Feb 13, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#STRATFORD CT – The Town of Stratford is now taking applications for Senior and Disabled Property Tax relief.  Applications can be made Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30am to 11:30am now through May 15, 2019 at the Assessor’s Office in Town Hall, 2725 Main Street, Stratford.* Those applying for tax relief must be 65 years of age by December 31, 2018 or approved as 100% disabled by Social Security. Applicants will need to present proof of income for 2018 and their Social Security benefit 1099 form (s) for 2018. In addition, applicants will need to supply the following documents to process their application: A complete copy of your filed 2018 Federal Tax Return, including all year end statements used to process…

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Fairfield

Bridgeport News: Community Health Needs Assessment

Feb 13, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut (February 11, 2019) – The Fairfield Health Department is conducting its froth Community Health Needs Assessment and are asking residents to help by providing their feedback. Fairfield residents are asked to attend a community conversation on Wednesday, February 20 th from 6pm – 7:30pm at Vazzy’s 19 th hole (2390 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield) to discuss the health needs and concerns in Fairfield. Light appetizers and refreshments will be provided. Additionally, Stop and Shop gift cards will be given to the first 20 people to RSVP. Residents can RSVP to Health Equity Solutions by calling (860)461-7637. “This is a great way for residents to vocalize the health issues here in Fairfield”, said Sands Cleary, Director of Health for the…

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Local News

Governor’s Open Letter To Citizens

Feb 12, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

My fellow residents, friends and neighbors,   First, thanks for allowing me the opportunity to govern this great state. It doesn’t matter to me for whom you voted in November. From the day I was elected, I began focusing on governing the best way I know how – transparently, openly, and in a way that encourages debate, dialogue and discussion on all sides of an issue. That’s why it’s important that you hear from me directly about my vision for Connecticut’s future and how it shapes the budget that I will be submitting to the legislature in just over a week.   I believe our state is poised for success, with new jobs on the rise, unemployment rates at historic…

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