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.

Fairfield News: Mail Carrier Tests Positive

2020-03-30-- #Fairfield CT-- A mail carrier at the Commerce Drive post office has tested positive for COVID-19.  A number of carriers are concerned since they continue to use the truck he delivered the mail in.  I was also informed that carriers were just recently issued masks and gloves.  I spoke with the Fairfield Department of Health and this is what the recommend: Follow these steps to safely manage packages and mail upon drop-off:  Avoid direct contact with the delivery person Leave the package outside for a few hours and/or spray it with aerosol disinfectant before handling Dispose of all outer packaging immediately Wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds or more Disinfect any high-touch surfaces you had contact with after handling Avoid touching your face, including your mouth, eyes, and…

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ABCD Services Still Available To The Community

Bridgeport, CT - Action for Bridgeport Community Development Inc. (ABCD) during this health emergency is providing residents with supportive services such as rental and energy assistance. Of course, ABCD is closely monitoring the ever-changing COVID-19 situation and taking proactive steps to ensure our community is safe. Although ABCD is not open to the public, we are here for our residents. ABCD will remain a constant resource and connection to the community during these uncertain times. Those in need continue to have the opportunity to apply for many of the resources we provide. Supportive services, rental services, and energy assistance program applications may be requested by phone by contacting the office at 203-384-6904. For more information from ABCD, residents can contact…

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DMV Authorizes Online Classes

WETHERSFIELD, CT) – The Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Sibongile Magubane – acting under the authority of a recent Executive Order signed by Governor Ned Lamont – approved the request from Connecticut licensed driving schools to provide online classroom training to their students. “In the face of this unprecedented health crisis and at a time when social distancing is so important, we want to help businesses regulated by DMV to continue to operate, as well as assist driving school students with continuing their education on the path to getting a driver’s license,” Commissioner Magubane said.  Driving schools were notified yesterday of the Commissioner’s approval. The approval is effective immediately and until further notice. For answers to questions, updates, or more…

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Connecticut COVID Update

HARTFORD, CT) – As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 29, 2020:   Data updates on testing in Connecticut Since yesterday’s update, an additional 469 Connecticut residents have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 1,993. To date, more than 11,900 tests have been conducted in Connecticut among both state and private laboratories. Approximately 404 people have been hospitalized. There has been another fatality due to complications of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total number of fatalities to 34 (21 in Fairfield County, 6 in New Haven County, 4 in Tolland County, 2 in Hartford County, and 1 in Middlesex County).   It should be noted that the increase in hospitalizations reflected…

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Connecticut Major Disaster Declaration Approved

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has been notified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that his request  for a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Connecticut in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been approved, unlocking additional federal assistance programs for the state.   Today’s approval is for public assistance, meaning that impacted state agencies and municipalities in all eight counties will be reimbursed for 75 percent of the costs associated with their response and emergency protective measures.   The governor’s other request for disaster assistance, including individual assistance that could provide Connecticut residents with a number of critical benefits, such as expanded unemployment assistance, food benefits, and child care assistance, remains under review…

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Ganim Gets Webster Bank Arena For Hospital Overflow

UPDATE:  The State of CT readjusted their strategies yesterday evening due to resources and manpower. They are now looking to open Alternative Care Sites in Stamford (UCONN), Danbury (Western CT State Univ) and New Haven (Southern CT State Univ). Bridgeport is still on the list but on hold at this time due to the hospitals in our City being in better situations than others in dealing with the COVID-19 crisis.   Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim announced today that he approved the Emergency Plan with the State of Connecticut Department of Emergency Management to stage Webster Bank Arena as the site for hospital overflow.  The activation of this plan will provide hospitals in Connecticut with an Alternate Care Site for patients…

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