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.

Bridgeport News: Man Running At ATM

12:23pm--#Bridgeport CT--If you are downtown and want to use the ATM at People's Bank you may want to hold off.  There is a man running back and forth in front of the ATM, now he is reported in front of Citybank.  Police on the way. If you like our live reporting as it is happening would you consider helping us continue by donating?  http://www.doingitlocal.com/2014/04/can-help/

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Westport News: Subway Armed Robbery

Westport CT- Westport Police responded to the Subway Restaurant located at #903 Post Rd East on a reported robbery. Employees of the store indicated that an individual entered the store at approximately 10:10 am, he is described as a black male, 6’ tall, muscular build wearing a dark blue hoodie, dark grey or black pants, a black ski type mask with only his eyes exposed, black gloves and displayed a silver colored handgun. The employees retreated to the rear of the store at the sight of the armed individual and he then went behind the counter and removed the cash box from the register. After the robbery the suspect fled the area eastbound, on foot, towards the intersection of Cedar…

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Westport PAL Fireworks

#Westport CT-- The Westport Police Athletic League (PAL) and the Westport Parks and Recreation will be holding the annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration on 2014 at Compo Beach. The Westport PAL Fireworks are sponsored by Melissa and Doug, LLC. The Westport PAL would like to thank Melissa and Doug Bernstein for there continued support of the Westport Police Athletic League and this year’s sponsorship with the fireworks. Ticket sales will begin on June 1st Department at 50 Jesup Road and at the Westport Parks and Recreation office at 260 Compo Road South in Westport. Tickets sales are limited and are on a first come first serve basis. Firework tickets are $35.00 per car and once tickets are sold out shuttle…

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Westport News: Dog License Renewal and Rabies Clinic Notice

Westport Town Clerk Patricia Strauss has announced that beginning June 1 dog licenses may be obtained from her office. All dogs over six months must be licensed. “Licensing your dog verifies that rabies immunization is up to date, as the dog owner must present a copy of the pet’s rabies certificate when obtaining a license,” said Strauss. “A $75 infraction will be issued for any non-licensed dog and for any dog not wearing a current dog tag attached to a collar around its neck or body,” she said. Last year, 2,730 dog tags were issued. Of those, 2,532 were altered, 162 were unaltered, 32 were replacements or transfers, and 4 were exempt tags. Fees for dog licenses are: $8 for…

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