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.

Fidelco Puppy Raising

The Stratford Library will go to the dogs with a special program from the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, “Fidelco Puppy Raising” on Saturday, March 18 from 11:30 am-12:30pm. The program is free and open to the public. Guest speaker Sarah Silverman of Stratford, puppy raiser turned Fidelco Puppy Raiser The trainer will present all the information needed to know about raising a German shepherd puppy for a good cause. Insights and orientation to the training program will be followed by a Q&A session with Fidelco staff and current puppy raisers. There is also a live “puppy meet-and-greet” planned. Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation is a recognized leader in the guide dog industry and still the only guide dog organization to exclusively…

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Milford News: Fighting With Mall Security

#Milford CT--On February 25, 2023, officers responded to the Connecticut Post Mall for a report of a large fight. Upon arrival, they observed Lamont Jefferson, 18 of Derby causing a disturbance with Mall Security officers. Security said that they were attempting to break up a large fight when Jefferson became combative and refused to leave when asked by security. He was taken into custody and charged with Criminal Trespass 3rd Degree Breach of Peace 2nd Degree. He was released on a promise to appear in court. This press release was made possible by:

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Milford News: Violation of a Criminal Protective Order

#Milford CT-- On February 24, 2023, officers responded to a Robert Treat Drive residence for two 911 hangups where screaming was heard in the background. Officers learned that the resident had a full no-contact protective order against Keddy Rivera, 28 of Bridgeport. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim who appeared in distress and said that Rivera was in the apartment. They found Rivera in the rear bedroom, and he was taken into custody. Rivera was processed and posted bond for his release. On February 25, 2023, at 11:16 am, police received several calls to the non-emergency number from the victim. The victim sounded out of breath and panicked but said that everything was fine and hung up. Officers responded…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT DIRECTS STATE OFFICE BUILDINGS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC TUESDAY DUE TO WINTER STORM

Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is ordering all executive branch state office buildings closed to the public on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, due to the winter storm that is anticipated to impact Connecticut. The governor is directing that: All level 2 state employees who are able to telework shall telework for the duration of the storm related closures; and All level 2 state employees whose job duties cannot be performed via telework should not report to work in-person. Level 2 state employees include all of those who were previously designated as “nonessential” based on their respective job duties. Level 1 state employees are those who were previously designated as “essential” and shall report as scheduled or directed. The…

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Bridgeport News: Person Shot On William Street

Police UPDATE: On February 27, 2023, at approximately 5:50 pm the Bridgeport Police Department received a ShotSpotter activation within the 200 block of William Street.  A short time later the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received a telephone call from a citizen reporting a vehicle had crashed in this area as well.  Police and medical personnel responded to the 200 block of William Street and located a motor vehicle accident scene and a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck.  The victim, a 22-year-old Stratford man, was transported to the hospital via AMR Ambulance where he is listed in stable condition.  He is expected to survive. The Detective Bureau has responded and taken over the investigation.  Several shell casings…

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Bridgeport Prepares For Storm

City Prepares for Storm Predicted to Bring  4” to 7” of Snowfall Bridgeport, CT – In anticipation of the pending snowfall due to impact Bridgeport, Mayor Joe Ganim is declaring a snow emergency for the city to take effect at 6:30 PM today, February 27th. During the snow emergency, residents must move their cars off posted snow emergency streets and heed alternate side of street parking on all other streets.  Snow emergency streets are marked with white signs with red lettering. A list of snow streets can be found on the City’s website by clicking here or the full link: http://www.bridgeportct.gov/content/341307/341423/342861/342870.aspx. ForecastThe City of Bridgeport anticipates snow will become heavy at times Monday night into early Tuesday morning before tapering to snow showers by late Tuesday morning as…

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