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: Structure Fire

2024-06-14@8:00pm--#Bridgeport CT--Firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire at 80 Lindley Street from a lightning strike. First unit confirmed fire coming from the roof area. The fire was quickly extinguished by on-scene units. The Red Cross will provide shelter for 6 adults, 2 children, and 2 pets. The fire is being investigated by the Fire Marshal’s Office. No injuries occurred and all parties were out of the location when fire units arrived. https://youtu.be/kVJ9h0B7A8k

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3 Arrests made related to the 2023, shooting at “In the City” Lounge

#Bridgeport CT--- On June 11, 2024, Tyquwane Gilchrist voluntarily surrendered at Bridgeport Police Headquarters in response to an outstanding arrest warrant. This warrant pertained to the September 10, 2023, shooting at “In the City” Lounge, located at 196 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. Gilchrist faces charges of Criminal Possession of a Pistol/Revolver, with a court-set bond of $200,000. This morning, he was arraigned at Bridgeport Superior Court. Additionally, Gilchrist was a victim of a shooting on April 27, 2024, within the 300 block of Orchard Street. On May 23, 2024, a warrant was served to 28-year-old Micherlens Thelemaque, also known as Mike T, for his involvement in the September 10, 2023, assault at “In the City” Lounge. Thelemaque is charged with…

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Memorial Sloan Kettering and Hartford Health Care Announce Partnership to Transform Cancer Care in Connecticut

https://youtu.be/0N-dOgHR4LY Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) and Hartford Health Care are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at transforming cancer care delivery for patients in Connecticut. The collaboration, announced during a special event attended by healthcare leaders and dignitaries, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance access to high-quality cancer care across the state. The partnership between MSK, a world-renowned cancer center, and Hartford Health Care, a leading healthcare system in Connecticut, represents a commitment to advancing cancer care through collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise. By leveraging MSK's expertise in cancer research and treatment protocols and Hartford Health Care's extensive network of facilities and healthcare professionals, the partnership aims to elevate the standard of cancer care and…

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