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.

State Democrats Call For Senior Tax Releif

Hartford, CT - Senate and House Democratic leaders, legislators and advocates held a press conference today to call for senior tax relief by exempting Social Security income from the state income tax.   The General Assembly’s Finance Revenue and Bonding Committee will hold a public hearing tomorrow to consider several proposed bills on the topic including Senate Bill 6 An Act Exempting Social Security Income from the Personal Income Tax and House Bill 5587 An Act Concerning a Tax Exemption for Seniors’ Social Security Benefits.   “Exempting Social Security income from the state income tax could save Connecticut’s seniors up to $45 million a year,” said Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney (D-New Haven). “Providing seniors with increased financial…

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Bridgeport News: 2nd Suspect Sought In Berkshire Avenue Homicide

#Bridgeport Connecticut--On February 24, 2017, a homicide occurred in front of 438 Berkshire Avenue, Bridgeport. Michael Watkins was struck by gunfire several times, and left at the scene. On February 25, 2017, detectives arrested Jovanne Brown for Felony Murder, but are still seeking a second person of interest. This person of interest is identified as Willard Hargrove (6/4/89). He may be operating a newer model Hyundai Sonata, white. Anyone with information regarding this homicide, or the whereabouts of Willard Hargrove is asked to call Bridgeport Police at 203-576-TIPS (8477). (Bridgeport Police Press Release)

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