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.

Trucks for sale

Owned by a little old lady in army boots who used it only to go to chapel on Sundays.  Only kidding but Will at Pawn King at 2440 Barnum Ave · Stratford (203) 375-4228 has seven to choose from.  Price range from $6,000 to $12,0000.    All are automatic transmission and they can be registered in Connecticut as antiques.  You don't need a CDL to drive them if for non commercial use.  Be ready for the next hurricane or blizzard!  

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Vibes recap from police

(Bridgeport, CT – Aug. 1, 2013) --  Police narcotics officers and state and federal partners made nearly two dozen felony drug arrests during the Gathering of the Vibes, confiscated significant quantities of drugs and seized almost $24,000. “In total, the event was very successful. The feedback from people who attended was very positive,” said Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr. “A small fraction of the people came with bad intentions, and law enforcement had to intervene.” Over the course of the four-day music festival, police arrested 23 people on felony drug charges and seized $23,837 and four vehicles. Investigators also seized significant amounts of illegal drugs and food items infused with hallucinogens and other drugs. More than 20,000 people attended…

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Burglary Patrol deployed in Bridgeport

(Bridgeport, CT – Aug. 1, 2013) – Burglaries remain down by 17 percent in the city this year but a recent uptick prompted police to launch preventative patrols in two areas. “Both violent and property crime continue to trend downward, and that’s great news,” said Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr.  “But as we analyze our data on a daily basis, we’ve noticed increase in burglaries in two areas of the city and deployed resources to address it.” The police department has launched special “burglary patrols” in areas that have experienced recent increases. “The department has added patrol units dedicated exclusively to addressing the increase in burglaries, and the effort so far has been effective,” said Chief Gaudett. “The officers…

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