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.

Staten Island Wants To Outlaw Tattoos, Piercings For Pets

May 4, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Calling the practice "odd" and nothing more than "animal cruelty," Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis has introduced legislation that would establish a misdemeanor charge for owners who subject pets to piercings, tattoos and certain other cosmetic surgeries.  Malliotakis (R-East Shore/Brooklyn) says she was driven to address the practice after viewing "Pet Crazy," a documentary about such behavior on "20/20." "I was sickened after seeing the images of dogs with tattoos and piercings through their eyebrows and noses. While the psychological effects on these animals is an area of debate, the fact remains that most of these procedures require an application of general anesthesia which poses a health risk in itself," said Malliotakis in a press release. "The animal…

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Happenings NOW 5/4 to 5/09 2012

May 4, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[SlideDeck id='494' width='100%' height='400px'] ‎ Traffic Delays--See the lower right side of this site for up to the minute real time traffic delays on local and state streets!  **Live Breaking News Feed**   5/11/2012 11:14pm--Bridgeport--Bed on fire at 400 block of Wells Street. 11:21 UPDATE--No fire, mentally disturbed person. 9:42pm--Stratford--Walmart has a family of shoplifters in custody.  Police on the way. 8:28pm--Bridgeport---Blind man jumped by a group of teens in front of 1157 East Main Street.  EMTs had to call police to clear the group so they could treat the man. 8:10pm--Bridgeport--Firefighters were called to Staples on Main Street for smoke in the back of the structure.  Firefighters saw smoke from the back of the structure.  They checked the top…

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Bridgeport Police Nab 3 In Robbery Spree

May 3, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Last night Bridgeport Police made three arrests in the Garfield Avenue area.    These three (3) individuals are the reason of the increase of armed robberies in the area of Madison Ave. and Wayne St. area.  Members of the departments  Violent Crime Initiative Unit that consist of uniformed officers under the supervisor of Sergeants Ronald Mercado and Bradford Seely obtained  information as it was broadcast and converged on the area with their officers and where able to capture the suspects at various locations within the immediate area of the robbery. Arrested in the incident were all Bridgeport residents.  Dave Steele 18 yr.old,  and  Shakur Thorpe 19 yr.old, both charged with Robbery 1st. degree, Conspiracy at Robbery 1st deg., Carrying A…

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DEA Jails and Forgets Man For 5 Days- No Food or Water

May 3, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Daniel Chong, the UC San Diego student who was left in a Drug Enforcement Administration holding cell for nearly five days, said the time spent there was a life-altering experience. On Wednesday, the DEA apologized for the incident.  The 23-year-old spoke with NBCSanDiego and said he was increasingly worried throughout the days he spent in a 5-foot by 10-foot cell. “They never came back, ignored all my cries and I still don’t know what happened,” he said. “I’m not sure how they could forget me. Read full story.... Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

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Small Business Help In Norwalk

May 1, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Over 80 business owners or perspective business owner came to a free seminar at Norwalk City Hall Tuesday. The seminar hosted by Congressman Jim Himes provided information to connect business owners with federal, state as well as local vending and financing programs, procurement, and contracting opportunities. Those that could not attend but would like information can contact Congressman Himes offfice toll free at 1-866-453-0028 or www.himes.house.org. The SCORE (Service Corps Of Retired Executives) can contact the Norwalk Chapter at 203-831-0065 or www.scorenorwalk.org. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/qA4hnxkOdTo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

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Police Officer Injured in Bridgeport Fire

May 1, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Around 10:45pm an officer on routine patrol noticed smoke coming from a boarding house on State Street at the corner of  Norman Street.  Police went inside to alert those in the house to evacuate, one officer was overcome with smoke inhalation.   At first it was undermined how many police officers were in the building so an emergency roll call was called; All were quickly present and accounted for.    Firefighters quickly came to the scene and quickly extinguished the fire located on the first floor in the back of the building.   There were no other injuries reported, it was uncertain if the occupants would be able to return to their rooms.  At midnight police radio traffic indicated it was now…

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Toddler Shot In Bridgeport In Crossfire

Apr 30, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

At around 5:20pm Monday Bridgeport Police received a call of shots fired at Poplar Street and Beechwood Avenue.  Reports say two were shot including a 3 year old girl who was crossing the street with her mother.  It is reported that she was shot in the buttocks and has non-life threatening injuries.   Witnesses told us that a gray four door sedan pulled up and opened fire and they said it was 9mm semi automatic fire from one shooter.  We are told as many as 25 shots were fired.  The shooting happened righ near  Bryant School and you can see school children looking on in the video.  Please keep in mind this is breaking news and the information will more…

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Happenings NOW 04-30 thru 5-3-2012

Apr 30, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[SlideDeck id='494' width='100%' height='400px'] ‎ 3:40am--#Bridgeport--Home invasion at 68 Highland Avenue Building 3 on the 7th floor (Greene Homes). 2 black males forced their way into the apartment wearing all black and ski masks.  A gun was displayed and they took a TV and laptop after stabbing the victim in the leg. Police are on scene EMTs on the way. UPDATE-- This occurred around 3:15am and a 32" TV was taken as well as a laptop. 12:45am--#Fairfield #Westport--We have a report of a pursuit on I-95 southbound from Westport exit 18. A white van was wanted for interupted burglary in Fairfield. Stop sticks were deployed but vehicle kept going. The vehicle was lost on kings st towards the parkway in…

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