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.

The Stratford Police Department has seen an upswing in stolen vehicles over the past quarter. Below are some tips to help prevent your car from theft. WHAT ATTRACTS A CAR THIEF?  Leaving your car unlocked or the windows down.  Leaving your keys in the car or a spare key hidden in the car.  Leaving your car unattended.  Parking in poorly lit places with low visibility.  Leaving valuables and packages in your car.  Cars not protected with an anti-theft device. HOW TO PROTECT YOUR CAR  Don't leave your keys in your car.  Close your windows and lock your doors whenever you leave your car, regardlessof how long you plan to be gone. …

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Bridgeport News: Minvan Smashes Into Wall On Railroad Avenue

11:34pm--#Bridgeport CT-- It took firefighters about a half hour to extricate a man who drove his minivan into the wall on Railroad Avenue from Norman Street just past Went Park.  Assistant Fire Chief Caldaroni told me the man (who appeared to me to be an older man) will be alright after the crash. I guess I'll have to say editorial here as I say I marveled at how all the first responders worked like well conducted symphony.  With the loud roars of the nearby rescue and ladder truck the firefighters worked systematically, mostly without verbal communications.  Each first responder knew what their assignment is for each unique situation.  The vehicle was stabilized with wooden blocks, and the wheels chocked.  A…

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Stratford Police Need You To Help Take A Byte Out Of Crime

#Stratford CT--The Stratford Police Department is investigating the theft of computer equipment from a construction site on Barnum Ave in the area of Agresta Terrace on 04-18- 17. The suspect entered an equipment truck and stole various pieces of computer equipment. The equipment is manufactured by Trimble and is estimated to be valued at $50,000.00. Some pieces are marked “Dalling #2”. Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity is asked to contact Det. Todd Moore at 203-381- 6902 or tmoore1@townofstratford.com. (Stratford Police Press Release)

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