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.

Refrigerant Leak Causes Hazmat Situation

Bridgeport Firefighters were called to a home in the 170 block of Hawley Avenue for a refrigerant leak from a refrigerator in the basement leaving a strong odor of ammonia according in the home. The Hazmat team and the Department of Environmental Protections were called to the scene as refrigerants can be toxic and cause poisoning if inhaled. . Refrigerants can be flammable and create an explosive atmosphere. 2024-10-14@11:06am--#Bridgeport CT

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Route 8/25 Exit 5 Is Now Exit 2B??

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qh_9NWbZJ7w While driving to the Fallen Heroes event in Prospect, I couldn't help but notice a series of renamed exits along the highway. Curious about the changes, I decided to ask Senator Tony Hwang, who was also attending the event, for some insight.Senator Hwang explained that Connecticut is transitioning its highway exit numbers to align with the mile-marker system used across the country. This update is designed to improve consistency and make it easier for drivers to navigate using GPS systems. Instead of the traditional sequential numbering, the new system will reflect the number of miles from the state border, helping drivers better understand distances and locations.Senator Hwang acknowledged that the change is causing some confusion, but assured me that…

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Mathnasium Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New Fairfield Location

https://youtu.be/y0BBp6a9AZg Mathnasium, a math-only learning center focused on helping children develop strong mathematical skills, celebrated the grand opening of its new Fairfield location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This center is owned by Dmitriy Kriger, who also operates a successful Mathnasium location in Norwalk-Wilton. Mathnasium provides a supportive and engaging environment where students of all abilities can improve their math skills. Through personalized instruction, students are guided to build confidence in math, with their achievements proudly displayed on the center’s “brag board,” a fun way to recognize and celebrate their progress. “We’re excited to bring this new opportunity to Fairfield,” said Dmitriy Kriger during the ceremony. “This center represents a new beginning for students, offering a pathway to greater success in…

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Agusto’s Italian Deli Celebrates Ribbon Cutting in Fairfield

https://youtu.be/8A2H958JFmk Agusto's Italian Deli, a new family-owned business, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in downtown Fairfield. The deli brings authentic Italian flavors to the community, blending over 20 years of Augusto’s experience in the deli industry with cherished family recipes. At Agusto’s Italian Deli, customers can expect only the highest quality products. The deli features fresh mozzarella made in-house daily, Italian meats, and antipasto platters, along with a variety of sandwiches, including finger sandwiches for catering. Specialty items like mozzarella and tomato platters and fruit and cheese trays round out their catering offerings, providing flexible options for events both large and small. Agusto’s Italian Deli takes pride in sourcing premium ingredients and offering fresh Italian bread delivered…

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Greenfield Animal Hospital Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Facility

https://youtu.be/QbA8_06xLYA Greenfield Animal Hospital celebrated the grand opening of its brand-new, state-of-the-art facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by staff, community members, and local leaders. Dr. Andrew Marsh, owner of Greenfield Animal Hospital and son of the practice’s founder, Dr. Thomas Marsh, led the celebration, honoring over four decades of veterinary care in the Greenfield Hill community. The new facility, located at 40 Hillside Road, marks a significant milestone for the multigenerational family business, which has been serving the local community since 1980. Dr. Marsh expressed his excitement, saying, “We are thrilled to continue our tradition of compassionate care in this amazing new space. This community has supported us throughout the years, and we’re proud to remain a part of…

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Mobile Registration Was Priceless To Me!

This was supposed to be a "Isn't your time worth something" post about Mobile Registration. Not having to wait for an appointment at the DMV is another biggie. What was priceless was Andre and his staff's knowledge. Even if I had the appointment, Andre discovered that the title to the DoingItLocalmobile was filled out incorrectly, by the dealer no less. I wouldn't have noticed it, and the time at the DMV would have been wasted and there would have been a lot of back and forth not to mention the frustration! Andre spotted the error, made several phone calls, and coordinated the efforts that allowed me to get my plates! If you have the time to wait for an appointment,…

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