Category Archives: Our Communities

In Valparaiso, the MAAC Foundation says it is celebrating the graduation of 41 Volunteer Fire Academy students this month. The graduates, who represent fire departments from across the Region, complet...

The Recycling and Waste District of Porter County announces its next Fix-It Fair, a community-driven event focused on sustainability and skill-sharing. This free event will take place on Saturday, Jan...

In northern Indiana, the University of Saint Francis recently announced the acquisition of Leffler Academy in Gas City, southwest of Fort Wayne. A news release said Leffler Academy at the University o...

Indiana U.S. Representative Frank J. Mrvan has announced federal grant awards in Northwest Indiana, including for the City of La Porte and River Forest Community School Corporation, under the Departme...

In Porter County, construction is underway on the new Liberty Township fire station and government office. Township leaders broke ground on the $4.5 million project in October. Officials say the new f...

The Salvation Army of Northwest Indiana says it is facing lower donations at Red Kettles this year as it heads into the final weeks of its annual Red Kettle Campaign. Donations are down from 2024, so ...

She's already a star to us - now she's being recognized by the broadcast industry. Radio Ink Magazine has named Adams Radio Northwest Indiana's very own Kadie Daye one of Radio's 30 & Under Supers...

In Crown Point, the Julia Watkins Brass Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the City of Crown Point say they will honor fallen heroes by placing wreaths on their graves at th...

As the weather turns colder, Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) says the potential increases for hazards such as ice, snow, and frigid temperatures, and the Merrillville-based utility co...

In Valparaiso, the city has coordinated with local organizations to announce Warming Centers when temperatures and wind chills dip below freezing: Valparaiso YMCA; Porter County Public Library Valpara...