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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.
Trumbull

Trumbull News: Trumbull Declares War

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#Trumbull CT--Apparently Trumbull has declared war on the weather sending out this scout tank to check the roads.  First Selectman Timothy Herbst's Facebook page says: "Out in our MRAP tank checking roads and neighborhoods. Everyone please stay off the roads so DPW can clear."  Many have asked the first selectman for wine delivery to their homes but so far no response. See: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10155155551890319&set=pcb.10155155557080319&type=1&theater Aparentemente Trumbull ha declarado la guerra al tiempo de enviar este tanque explorador para comprobar las carreteras. La página de Concejal Principal Timoteo Herbst Facebook dice: "Fuera, en nuestro tanque MRAP comprobar carreteras y barrios. Todo el mundo por favor, quédate fuera de las carreteras así DPW puede borrar. "Muchos se han preguntado el primer concejal para la…

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Bridgeport News: Break In

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

4:59pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police are investigating a break in to a home in the 1800 block of Chopsey Hill Road.   See ALL of our posts, not just what Facebook shows you! Go right to our mobile friendly website at DoingItLocal.com This report sponsored by: La policía está investigando un descanso en una casa en la cuadra 1800 de Chopsey Hill Road. A polícia está investigando um furto em uma casa no bloco de Chopsey Hill Road 1800.

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Westport

Westport Storm Contact Info

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Westport’s Emergency Operations Center is monitoring the situation and will provide emergency updates as necessary via CodeRED. Citizens with further questions or concerns may contact the Emergency Operations Center at 203-341-5000. - All schools and Town Hall will be closed on Tuesday. Information and updates will be provided via the Town’s Website www.westportct.org, Facebook page (www.facebook.com/westportct.gov) and Twitter (@westportct.gov) as well as Staples Radio, WWPT, 90.3 FM The Westport/Weston Health District has additional information on its website: http://wwhd.org/ Contact CL&P at 1-800-286-2000 to report an outage or speak to a customer service representative. Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia de Westport está monitoreando la situación y proporcionará actualizaciones de emergencia si es necesario a través de CodeRED. Los ciudadanos con más…

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Fairfield Uncategorized

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

4:25pm--#Fairfield CT-- An out of control patient from the Bishop Curtis Home at 1677 Post Road being transported to the hospital just kicked out a back window of an ambulance.  Police on the way......   This report sponsored by: Un fuera de control del paciente por parte del Obispo Curtis Inicio en 1677 Post Road siendo transportado al hospital sólo pateado por una ventana trasera de una ambulancia. Policía en el camino ...... Um fora do paciente controle do Bispo Curtis Home at 1677 Post Road sendo transportado para o hospital apenas chutou para fora de uma janela traseira de uma ambulância. Polícia no caminho ......

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State News

DMV Extensions

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

GOV. MALLOY ORDERS EXTENSION OF DMV DEADLINES FOR LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS   (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he is ordering an extension of expiration dates for motor vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses due to the impending severe winter storm.   The Governor’s action covers expiration dates and periods of validity for motor vehicle registrations, licenses, permits, certificates and other forms of credentials issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles and runs through January 30.  This also covers emissions test late fees.   “With the level of snow and wind that we are expecting, it is understandable that residents likely will not be able to meet certain DMV-related deadlines and expiration dates,” Governor Malloy said.  “We…

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Bridgeport News: Break In

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

1:28pm--#Bridgeport CT--A garage on Locust Street was broken into and a snow blower was taken according to radio reports.   This report sponsored by: Un garaje en la calle Locust fue asaltada y un soplador de nieve fue tomada de acuerdo con reportes de radio. Uma garagem em Locust Street foi arrombado e um assoprador de neve foi tomada de acordo com relatos de rádio.

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Route 8 Crash

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

1:06pm--#cttraffic--#Shelton CT--The daily crash on Route 8 northbound between 12 and 13 has just occurred.  One car has crashed into the woods and the driver is reported to be trapped in the car.  First responders on the way.   This report sponsored by: El accidente diario en la ruta 8 en dirección norte entre 12 y 13 sólo se ha producido. Uno de los coches se ha estrellado en el bosque y el conductor está informado de estar atrapado en el coche. Los primeros en responder en el camino. O acidente diária na rota norte 8 entre 12 e 13 acaba de ocorrer. Um carro caiu dentro da floresta eo motorista é relatado para ser preso no carro. Socorristas a…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Storm and Parking Info

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

A snow emergency is in effect and residents should park on the “even side” of the road. There is a parking ban on designated  snow emergency routes.   “With the anticipation of heavy snowfall, we’re strongly recommending that folks across the city get prepared, and get prepared now," said Director of Emergency Management Scott Appleby. "Families should make sure that they have an emergency kit on hand with water, flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food, extra medication, and a battery operated radio in the event of utility disruptions. In addition, we ask that you stay indoors and avoid traveling during the storm and adhere to all emergency parking bans that may be in effect. Ensure all pets are brought inside, as well.”…

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State News

Governor Issues Travel Ban

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

GOV. MALLOY DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY; TRAVEL BAN IN EFFECT BEGINNING AT 9PM Will Provide an Update to the Public at 5:02 p.m. Today   (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy has declared a State of Emergency in preparation for the coming blizzard, which is anticipated to heavily impact the state tonight through Tuesday.  In addition, the Governor announced that a travel ban for all roads is in effect beginning at 9:00 p.m. tonight.     “People need to take this storm seriously,” said Governor Malloy.  “If current predictions are accurate, we will need people to stay off the roads so that emergency personnel and utility crews can get to the places they need to get to, and to make sure…

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Trumbull News: Smoke Condition In an Attached Garage

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

1:33am--#Trumbull CT--Homeowner at 30 Jog Hill Road (off Daniel's Farm Road) woke an odor of burning and found a smoke condition in their attached garage.  Firefighters on scene trying to find the source. Our sponsor ServPro can "Make It Like It Never Even Happened" if it is bad! Propietario en 30 Jog Hill Road (off Farm Road de Daniel) despertó un olor a quemado y se encontró una condición de humo en su garaje adjunto. Bomberos en escena tratando de encontrar la fuente. Proprietário em 30 Jog Hill Road (off Farm Road de Daniel) acordou um odor de queimado e encontrou uma condição de fumaça em sua garagem anexa. Bombeiros em cena tentando encontrar a fonte.

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