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.
Norwalk

Norwalk Night Out Postponed to August 13 Due to Weather

Jul 30, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Norwalk Police Department Annual Norwalk Night Out – Postponed to August 13 Due to WeatherDue to the anticipated forecast of heavy rain, The Norwalk Police Department has postponed itsannual Norwalk Night Out to Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in front of police Headquarters,located at 1 Monroe Street. The event will run from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and is free and open tothe public.Rain date: Thursday, August 14, 2025Norwalk Night Out is a community-focused event aimed at building positive relationshipsbetween law enforcement and the residents we serve. Attendees can look forward to a fun-filledevening that includes: A touch-a-truck area featuring city and state vehicles Face painting, a magic show, and activities for kids A bike raffle for children in attendance Food…

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2021 Cold Case Arrest

Jul 29, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/v8UF5_uv5Kg The Bridgeport Police Department announced today the arrest of 38 year-old Victor “Chapo” Colon, DOB: 07/22/87, of Bridgeport, for the murder of Joselito Calderon inside of the Copa Bar and Restaurant at 181 Lexington Ave. on July 11th, 2021. Colon was one of several armed suspects who entered the Copa shortly before 1:00 a.m. in a failed robbery attempt. Mr. Calderon was the security guard at the bar/restaurant. He was shot and killed while stopping the robbery. Victor Colon is a convicted felon. He was charged with Felon Murder, Accessory to Murder, Criminal Possession of a Firearm and Criminal Attempt Robbery in the First Degree. His bond is $2,000,000.00. Colon was incarcerated at Robinson Correctional in Enfield at the…

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Stratford

First Pool of Mosquitoes in Stratford Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Jul 29, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Stratford, Connecticut (July 29, 2025) - The Stratford Health Department announced that the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station reported mosquitos trapped at Beaver Dam Road last week have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The isolates were from the Culex salinarius, a mammal biting species of mosquitoes. “It is usually around this time of year where the state reports that they have found pools of mosquitos testing positive for West Nile Virus in our area, and we expect to see more positive pools into late summer. I urge all residents to take the necessary and simple steps to prevent exposure and bites,” said Andrea Boissevain, Director of Health. Stratford’s Environmental Conservation Superintendent Kelly Kerrigan noted that “the Town is scheduled…

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Westport

Fairfield Police Announce Additional Arrests of Former Psychiatrist Lazaro Pomeraniec

Jul 29, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Fairfield, CT – On Monday, July 28, 2025, Lazaro Pomeraniec of Westport was arrested by theFairfield Police Department for two additional counts of Sexual Assault in the 4th Degree. Thesecharges stem from two separate incidents involving individuals under his psychiatric care.One of these incidents had already been reported and was under investigation prior toPomeraniec’s initial arrest on June 24, 2025. Following that first arrest, he voluntarilysurrendered his medical license.Pomeraniec was issued a total court set bond of $200,000 and is scheduled to appear in court on08/08/2025The Fairfield Police Department takes all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and remainscommitted to investigating such matters fully and professionally.Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app or by texting the keyword…

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State News

GOVERNOR LAMONT DIRECTS FLAGS TO HALF-STAFF IN HONOR OF PLAINVILLE FIREFIGHTER RAYMOND MOREAU

Jul 28, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff in honor of Plainville Firefighter Raymond “Ray” Alan Moreau, who died in the line of duty this morning while operating at fire at a residence in Plainville. Flags should be lowered effective immediately and remain lowered until sunset on the date of interment, which has not yet been determined. The Office of the Governor will send out a notification indicating when flags should be returned to full staff. “It is with extreme sadness today that we mourn the life of Plainville Firefighter Raymond Moreau, who selflessly put his life on the line to serve and protect his community,” Governor Lamont…

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State News

GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES EXTREME HOT WEATHER PROTOCOL BEGINNING MONDAY

Jul 27, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Visiting 211ct.org or Calling 2-1-1 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a multi-day heat wave over the coming week, he is directing the state’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, and remaining in effect through at least 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. During this period, temperatures are expected to reach into the 90s and will be accompanied by humid conditions pushing the heat index near or above 100 degrees. This is the third time the protocol has been activated this year. The purpose of activating the protocol is…

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