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.

New Haven News: High Speed Chase I-95

UPDATE: He is being charged with kidnapping among other misdemeanor charges according to radio reports. UPDATE:  The driver clipped a couple of East Haven police cars according to radio reports. 8:09pm--#NewHaven CT-- A high speed chase on I-95 southbound comes to an end at exit 48, the ramp is shut down (Route 34?).  Sounds like a child was in one of the cars but is safe and sound according to radio reports.

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Local Heroes!

On the morning of May 31, 2016, Jay Tolisano experienced a cardiac arrest in his Fairfield home after his morning workout. Jay’s wife, Kerry, heard something weird coming from the room and decided to check on him. She found her 39 year old husband unresponsive. She immediately dialed 911.  The 911 dispatchers sent the Fairfield Police and Fire Departments and simultaneously notified American Medical Response. Upon the rescuers arrival, they found Kerry doing CPR on her husband with the assistance of the 911 dispatcher. CPR was taken over by the rescuers and advanced life support measures were started by the AMR crew Allen Jelliffe and Tchad Williams. With the arrival of a second AMR Paramedic crew, Matt Hlavna and Al McGrenery, they were able to work…

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Bridgeport News: McFunny Money

9:37am--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Police are investigating an incident of a man trying to pass a counterfeit $20 bill at the McDonalds at 250 North Avenue.   This news report is made possible by: 9:37 am-Policia están investigando un incidente de un hombre tratando de pasar un billete falso de $20 en al McDonalds en 250 North Avenue.

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Westport News: Tips Stolen

#Westport Connecticut--On 7-31- 16 at approximately 08:30am, Westport Officers were dispatched to the SoNo Baking Company which is located at 44 Church Lane on a report of a larceny and threatening incident. A male suspect had threatened the cashier, stole money out of the tip jar, and fled the scene on a bicycle. Officers located a male matching the description at the Gillespie Center on Jesup Road. The male, identified as Dave Phillips, stated he used the money he stole to buy cigarettes. The cashier positively identified Phillips as the male who threatened to “kill her.” Phillips was taken into custody and held on a $2,500.00 bond.   This report is made possible by: #Westport Connecticut--On 7-31-16  aproximadamente a las 8:30 am, los oficiales de…

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Bridgeport News: “Man” Threatens To Stab Girlfriend

11:34pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A "man" allegedly threatening to stab his girlfriend at 1035 Fairfield Avenue won a pair of silver bracelets and won a free trip to Congress Street.   This report is made possible by: 11:34pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Un "hombre" según se informa amenazo a su novia en 1035 Fairfield Avenue . El gano un par de pulseras de plata y un viaje gratis a Congress street.

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Westport’s Newest K-9

The Westport Police Department proudly announces the addition of Police Service Dog (PSD) Atlas as the newest member of the Westport Police Department K9 Unit. PSD Atlas is a 19 month old German shepherd who was acquired from Grasso Shepherds and will be handled by Officer David Scinto. The team is set to begin training this month with an expected certification as a patrol / narcotics detection canine in October. Officer Scinto and Atlas will join Officer Jim Loomer & PSD Koda and Officer Baker & PSD Chase in the K9 Unit. In response to the recent increase in drug abuse and heroin overdoses in the area, adding “Atlas” as a third narcotic detection K9 better enables the department to enforce current drug laws. Also, starting in early…

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