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.

Planned Power Outages

Wednesday, July 27, 12:01-1 a.m. Planned outage will affect approximately 2,000 customers on portions of the following streets served by Tunxis Substation in Fairfield. Fairfield: Abigails Way, Adelaide Street, Alton Place, Alvin Street, Andrassy Avenue, Bel Air Lane, Berkeley Road, Berkley Road, Black Rock Avenue, Black Rock Turnpike, Blueridge Road, Bullard Street, Burroughs Street, Cardinal Street, Chapman Avenue, Country Road, Crane Street, Dawn Street, Division Avenue, Edison Avenue, Elderberry Lane, Elizabeth Street, Fairway Gardens, Green Knolls Lane, Greenfield Street, High Street, Highlawn Road, Holland Hill Drive, Hunyadi Avenue, Jeniford Road, Judd Street, Kalan Circle, Karen Street, Katona Drive, Knapps Highway, Lenox Road, Lovers Lane, Marlborough Terrace, May Street, Mayfair Road, Meadowcroft Road, Melville Avenue, Milandale Road, Moritz Place, New England…

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2016 Westport Citizens’ Police Academy

The Westport Police Department is proud to announce that we will be offering a Citizens’ Police Academy starting on September 8, 2016. Participants will establish a better understanding of the role of the police department in the community. The academy can accommodate up to twenty-four community members who will participate in classes designed to take them through the various aspects of law enforcement. Academy instructors consist of highly trained and experienced Westport Police Officers. In addition to the classes, participants will have the opportunity to experience a “ride-a-long” with an officer from the patrol division. They will also receive CPR/AED certification. Class participants will meet every Thursday from evening 7:00pm- 9:30 pm for nine weeks to learn about the different divisions and specialized units of the department as well…

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Stratford News: Violation Of Protection Order

Ronald Bansak was arrested in June of 2016 for Risk of Injury to Children, Assault 2nd degree, Disorderly Conduct, Unlawful Restraint, and Interfering with an Emergency 911 Call. Bansak was given an Order of Protection to not have contact with the victim of that incident. Bansak was also ordered to have no contact with others in the victim’s life. In July of 2016, Bansak proceeded to send several text messages to family members of the victim. A warrant was completed for Bansak’s arrest for Criminal Violation of Protective Order. Bansak turned himself in on 07/25/16 and posted the $30,000.00 bond. (Stratford Police Press Release) This report is made possible by:

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Shelton Police: Don’t Become A Statistic, Drive Safely

#Shelton Connecticut--Now that the warm summer weather has arrived, many of us will be spending more time on the roads. Whether it is for work, visiting family and friends, or simply getting around town, Connecticut Residents will take to the highways, and as always, safety must be a top priority. This summer, I urge Shelton Residents to always be mindful of their surroundings and to avoid distractions when driving. Even the most careful drivers can be involved in collisions, and factors beyond our control like rain increase the likelihood of an accident. Still, personal responsibility is crucial to improving overall safety. Property damage from traffic accidents can cost thousands of dollars to our City. This is an important reminder that…

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