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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.

Happenings NOW 6-30

Jun 28, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

Governor attends Fairfield's Tetreau's Launch Party for First Selectman   [caption id="attachment_2180" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Not the house on Central Ave."][/caption] 2:30am--Bridgeport--Fire department confirms a house at 1717 Central Avenue was hit by lightning. Fire deptartment reports a hole in the roof with bathroom ceiling collapse and no fire. The fire department investigated and recalled by 2:42am.   George Mulligan is the Tree Man.  George is fully licensed and insured and a really nice, trustworthy guy!  If you receive any damage from tonight storm or any storm he provides 24 hour service to keep your home safe! Free estimates! Click here or  on the photo to go to their website.  

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Bridgeport PD investigate shooting

Jun 27, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport--Police are investigating a shooting that took place shortly after 11am this morning at the corner of Stratford Ave. and Central Ave. in front of the Prayer Tabernacle Church of Love. The man was shot in the leg and received non-life threatening injuries. No word if the shooter was apprehended

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Structure fire in Fairifield not as called in

Jun 26, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_2033" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="."][/caption] Fairfield--At 10:40pm a call went out for a structure fire at 55 Sigwin Street (off Jennings Road).    Upon arrival fire department found nothing but the two occupants waiting outside the home.  The call turned out to be a "strong odor of burnt hamburgers on the second floor.  Fire officials conducted a complete search of the home inside, outside as well as adjacent homes.  Firefighters used thermal image cameras in the investigation and found nothing for the cause of the odor.

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State Senators/Reps Surprised By State Trooper Visits on Saturday

Jun 26, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_2014" align="alignright" width="150" caption="Document received from a State Rep on Saturday hand delivered by a State Police Officer"][/caption] State Senators and State Representatives across Connecticut were surprised even startled Saturday morning to find Connecticut State Police Officers at their door to hand deliver a “Proclamation From His Excellency The Governor” to return to session on June 30th.   “I think it’s a poor use of vital resource of our public safety officers to deliver to one hundred and eighty seven legislators official notices of a special session when they already received the notice on Thursday by e-mail. In addition most media already reported about the special session” said State Representative Brenda Kupchick from the 132nd District. Some of the…

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Plane Crashes at Sikorsky Airport

Jun 25, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

Plane Crashes At Sikorsky Airport-- Written by John Kovach Stratford Star A plane clipped a fence and crashed at Sikorsky Memorial Airport around 10 p.m. Saturday night. Elaine Ficarra, director of communications for Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch, said two people were on the aircraft. Ficarra said from the scene two people were extricated from the aircraft and taken to the hospital, suffering "minor to moderate injuries." The injured have not yet been identified. The plane reportedly caught fire after crashing, and is surrounded by fire-retardant foam on the runway. The right wing was torn off the aircraft. Debris and fuel spilled onto Main Street in Stratford, Ficarra said.Stratford police closed roads around the airport, such as Main Street and Stratford…

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Happenings NOW

Jun 25, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

2:01am--Bridgeport--Home invasion sort of. Man breaks into 603 Union Ave. on the 1st floor and falls asleep on the bed. UPDATE: Turns out to be mistaken identity......... [caption id="attachment_2014" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Document received from a State Representative on Saturday hand delivered by a State Police Officer"][/caption] State Senators/Reps Surprised By State Trooper Visits on Saturday. State troopers pulled from their assignments to be used as delivery  personnel. Read the full EXCLUSIVE DoingItLocal.com article click here.....             Photos courtesy of Stratford Fire Department: [caption id="attachment_1966" align="alignright" width="180" caption="Stratford Firefighters extracted two from the plane."][/caption] [caption id="attachment_1964" align="alignleft" width="180" caption="Stratford Firefighters apply foam to the aircraft."][/caption] Remembering Bridgeport's Tornado Damage Last Year

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Happenings NOW 6-24-2011

Jun 24, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

Congressman Himes Votes to Limit U.S. Action in Libya Votes against resolution to authorize continuation of current activity for one year WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) today voted in favor of a resolution limiting U.S. involvement in Libya to search and rescue efforts, intelligence gathering, aerial refueling, and operational planning. Himes also opposed a measure authorizing the President to continue operations in Libya for one year.   A Fun-Filled Day Planned for Trumbull and even fireworks!!  Read more.... Remembering the tornado damage in Bridgeport one year ago. CT State Representative Brenda Kupchick on behalf of the State of Connecticut General Assembly cited Fairfield's Super Duper Weenine a best value in Connecticut and for using quality grown in Connecticut products. Shortly…

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