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.

Bridgeport Schools Strengthen Student Mental Health Services

Bridgeport, CT — April 25, 2025 — Bridgeport Public Schools (BPS) is taking a major step forward in student mental health support, celebrating the expansion of a vital partnership with Effective School Solutions (ESS). Local leaders, state legislators, and education officials recently gathered to mark the growth of the initiative, which aims to meet the increasing mental health needs of Bridgeport students with sustainable, cost-effective strategies. Through the partnership, BPS and ESS are creating a comprehensive mental health continuum that prioritizes inclusion-based practices and provides critical emotional and behavioral support within the school community. The initiative directly addresses statewide challenges, including the rising demand for specialized mental health services, the growing costs of out-of-district placements, and the need for scalable…

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Ribbon Cutting Marks Grand Opening of NY Caffeine’s Newest Location in Downtown Bridgeport

https://youtu.be/0kVpFE0tXHA Bridgeport, CT — Downtown Bridgeport is now buzzing with even more energy as NY Caffeine officially opened its doors at 855 Main Street with a celebratory ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday. Local officials, community leaders, and coffee enthusiasts gathered to welcome the café’s newest location to the heart of the city. The event drew enthusiastic support from city leadership, including Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, who joined in the celebration and congratulated the NY Caffeine team for investing in the city’s vibrant downtown. “We’re thrilled to welcome a new business to our community,” said Mayor Ganim. “This is a great addition to Main Street and a sign of the continued revitalization happening in Bridgeport.” With warm remarks and applause from…

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