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Local Creative Director Wins Highest Political Media Honor

May 5, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Susan Katz and Katzing Creative Ways won the coveted Pollie Award from the American Assoc. of Political Consultants (AAPC), for the Joe Ganim mayoral campaign. It is the top honor conferred to political media consultants at the national and international level.   This is the third win for Katz's work on the Ganim campaign. She won Campaigns & Elections magazine'sprestigious Reed Award and top honors as winner of the peer- judged Goldies Awards for political media excellence. [caption id="attachment_48698" align="aligncenter" width="756"] SONY DSC[/caption]

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Video: Lennie Grimaldi Guest Speaker At University of Bridgeport

Apr 11, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Veteran journalist and public relations consultant Lennie Grimaldi was at the  Discovery Pavilion in the Wahlstrom Library at the University of Bridgeport last week. “I'll be reaching back to share 40 years of stories as a working journalist and public relations consultant.” Hear about Donald Trump, Exorcist star Linda Blair, mob infiltrator Billy Chase, wise guys, Hells Angels and the FBI. And there will be colorful tales about Connecticut characters who add spice to the Nutmeg State. “We’re excited to bring the real-world experience of Mr. Grimaldi to campus,” said CPIA Dean Thomas Ward.  Lennie Grimaldi blogging returns on Only in Bridgeport during the 2016 Bridgeport mayoral race. The event was organized by CPIA Mass Communications Professor Susan Katz, who has worked closely with Mr. Grimaldi for over 25 years on commercial and…

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4 Pound Powerhouse Porterhouse by Cast Iron Chef Attilio Marini

Mar 22, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Attilio Marini has added mouth-watering sizzle to the menu at Marisa’s in Trumbull, CT a unique cooking process that features cuts of meat presented in steaming cast iron skillets blending a sensual marriage of crust on the outside with tenderness on the inside. His signature is the 4-pound powerhouse porterhouse for two, sliced off the bone delivered in a sizzling skillet with potatoes, butter and roasted garlic. “I don't like the taste of char broiled meat,” Chef Marini says. “I knew there had to be a better way to make a steak and creating the perfect crust, which is my signature. When you dine with us the experience is a memorable meal at a tasty price below the cost of…

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Job Fair!

Mar 21, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

We are an innovative and fast growing restaurant group opening two restaurants in the area and looking for qualified candidates to fill the following positions: food servers, pizza makers, sous chefs, chefs, dishwashers and general maintenance workers. DATE: Saturday, March 26th    TIME: 11:00am to 4:00pm   PLACE: Vazzano’s Four Seasons, 337 Kenyon Street, Stratford Please apply in person with resume. Must have a minimum of two years’ experience. No phone calls please.

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Time For A Haircut Already!

Mar 21, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

I can't believe I have to get a haircut already!  Time for me to visit Diana!  I'm always a customer to our sponsors when I can.  Diana is highly creative but she doesn't charge a fortune!  Please visit her beautiful salon at 1080 Madison Avenue in Bridgeport or call them at 203-610-9334.  Walk in's are welcomed and there area Monday/Tuesday discounts.  There area also discounts for seniors (I'm not quite there yet) .  Thanks Diana for help keeping DoingItLocal.com free to our viewers!

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Want To Be Seen?

Mar 14, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Here is our audience on Facebook this week!  Add our Twitter and DoingItLocal.com  audience that is over a QUARTER MILLION VIEWERS!  Want them to see what your business has to offer?  Give Steve a call at 203-769-6961 or email him at DoingItLocal.com@gmail.com.  Our most popular banner advertising starts as low as just $125 a month.

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Kids Run The Bluefish Ballpark Contest

Feb 25, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

The Bridgeport Bluefish and All Kids Dental held a joint press conference at All Kids Dental on Wednesday, February 24 at 3:30 pm to announce their “Kids Run the Ballpark” Essay Competition. Nine children between the ages of 10-13 will be selected to shadow and assist a Bluefish employee on Saturday, April 30, when the Bluefish take on the New Britain Bees at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. This will be a one- of-a-kind opportunity for young kids to see what it takes to run a baseball team. It will allow them to get up close and personal with the inner workings of the Bluefish day to day operations. “We are thrilled to partner with All Kids Dental for this special contest,” said Bluefish General Manager…

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