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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: Two Crashes

10:24pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut– Two crashes at two different parts of town.  First a one car crash, a car into a utility pole at Fairfield at Poplar.   A second crash is Connecticut Avenue at Bunuel Street.

 

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Logo210:24pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut – Dos accidentes en dos diferentes partes de la cuidad. Primero un auto choco con un poste en Fairfield en Poplar. Un segundo accidente en Connecticut avenue a Bunuel Street.

Fairfield News: Three Injured In Crash

8:11pm–#Fairfield Connecticut– 3 people were injured and transported to the hopsital after this two car crash closed the busy intersection of Post and South Benson Road.  Firefighters were needed to rescue the victims from the gray car.

 

8:11pm–#Fairfield Connecticut – 3 personas resultaron heridas y se transportaron al hospital despues de este accidente cerró la intersección de Post y South Benson Road. Los bomberos fueron necesarios para rescatar las victimas de auto gris.

Bridgeport News: 3 Detained Gun Recovered

8:50pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut– 3 are detained after a foot pursuit on Columbia and Ridge Avenue.  No mention what they were wanted for but a gun was recovered.

 

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8:50pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut –3 detenidos después de una persecucuón a pie en Columbia y Ridge avenue. No hay mención de lo que estaban buscando pero recuperaron un arma de fuego.

Bridgeport News: Man Beats Dog

7:44pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut– State Police arrest a man for beating his pit bull on the side of I-95 near the East Main Street – Bass Pro exit.

 

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7:44pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut – Policía del Estado detienen a un hombre por golpear a su pit bull en el lado de I-95, cerca de main street – Salida de Bass Pro.

State App For Emergency Alert but No Tax Alert…

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the launch of a new emergency preparedness mobile application for Connecticut residents that provides information and alerts in emergency situation, and also helps residents prepare in advance of an emergency.

 

The “CT Prepares” app, which can be downloaded to most smartphones, incorporates and integrates text messaging, email, and social networking, allowing residents to communicate with family members during an emergency.  Real-Time notifications including emergency news, state office closings, and public safety messages can be sent directly to the device, providing up-to-the-minute information for residents.

 

“We are constantly planning and constantly preparing to remain one step ahead of potential emergency situations.  This is yet another tool in our goal to be as resilient as we can be as a state.  As we have seen in past storms and emergency situations, communication is critical.  The CT Prepares app will no doubt help us in that effort by providing residents with critical information during emergencies.  I encourage residents to download this app to their mobile devices,” Governor Malloy said.

 

“With just a keystroke, anyone can download the CT Prepares app to their mobile devices and in a matter of a minute, be better prepared for any disaster or emergency they may face,” Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) Commissioner Dora Schriro said.  “And that’s especially important as we approach the height of this year’s hurricane season in Connecticut.”

 

Other features of the app include:

 

  • Send an “I’m Safe” message to contacts via email, text, and social networks
  • View real-time alerts for emergencies, weather and traffic
  • View current and extended National Weather Service forecasts based on current location
  • Access Connecticut Emergency Management Agency news and events
  • View emergency preparation guides for different types of emergencies
  • Locate Connecticut Emergency Management contacts and other useful emergency resources

 

The app can be downloaded for free from the iTunes Apple Store for Apple devices and Google Play for Android devices by searching the keyword “CT Prepares.”  It was developed jointly by DESPP and Connecticut Interactive.

CT DOT Announces Portion of Compo Road North Closed

#Westport Connecticut–The Town of Westport has been informed that the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) will close the section of North Compo Road (CT Rte. 136) between Main Street and Cross Highway commencing August 22, 2016. The replacement of the culvert beneath the roadway necessitates full closure of this portion of Compo Road North. The section of the road will be closed and detours will be in effect for approximately 30 days. Motorists are urged to use caution, seek alternate routes and allow additional time for travel in the area.

The overall construction and realignment of the problematic intersection at Main Street/CT Route 57 and Compo Road North/CT Rte. 136 at Clinton Avenue (State Project No. 158-201) is expected to be completed in the fall.  First Selectman Jim Marpe said, “While I recognize that this road closure may create a short term inconvenience, this construction, along with the anticipated opening of both lanes of the North Avenue Bridge in late August, will provide longer term traffic  improvements and increased safety on these critical Westport roads. I appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as we work with the State DOT to complete these long-planned projects.”

(Town of Westport Press Release)

 

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Bridgeport News: 2 Shot 1 Fatal

UPDATE: Last night at approximately 2310 hours, 2 men were sitting in a car parked in front of 480 Noble Ave. when an unknown person approached the vehicle and opened fire.  Both the driver and passenger were struck by gunfire.  The driver, who sustained a non-life-threatening wound, drove to Bridgeport Hospital where the passenger, succumbed to a  gunshot wound. Next of Kin notifications have been made.  The victim of last night’s homicide is Fredrick Richardson, 37 years old, of 480 Noble Ave.<x-apple-data-detectors://0>Bridgeport.  Anyone having any information regarding this incident is urged to call the Bridgeport Police Tips line (203) 576-TIPS (8477).

(Bridgeport Police Press Release)

 

11:21pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut– Police are investigating a shooting in front of 483 Noble Avenue.  2 victims were dropped off in a private vehicle to St. Vincent’s Hospital one is possibly fatal according to radio reports.  Possibly 6 shots were fired and at the early time of this report only shell casing was found. Uno es posiblemente fatal acuerdo con informes de radio.

Ultima Noticia -Anoche aproximadamente a las 2310 horas, dos hombres estaban sentados en un auto estacionado  frente 480 Noble Acenue. Cuando un desconocido se acercó al vehículo y abrío fuego. El conductor y el pasajero fueron disparados. El conductor , que sufrio una herida no esta grave pero el pasajero murió de una herida. La víctima de homicidio de anoche es Fredrick Richardson, de 37 años de edad, de 480 Noble ave. Cualquier persona que tenga cualquier informacíon sobre este incidente debe llamar a la línea policía Bridgeport (203) 576- TIPS (8477)

(Comunicado de Prensa de Bridgeport Police)

11:21pm–#Bridgeport Connecticut – La policia está investigando un tiroteo frente a 483 Noble Avenue. 2 víctimas fueron dejados en un vehículo privado a St. Vincent’s Hospital.

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