We published several hundred community articles to the PortageLife.com Community section this year. Articles about local schools, parks and more in Northwest Indiana were fair game for good news.
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Without further ado (and in no particular order), here are your Top 10 Community Articles in Northwest Indiana from 2016!
Former Site of Camelot Bowl in Portage to See New Life as New Home of Portage Adult Education Center
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Times change, people grow. They move into a community, or they move out and – with each generation that passes – the needs and character of the community changes, too.
Food Bank of Northwest Indiana Kicks Off Hunger Action Month With Salvation Army Best Buddies Pet Pantry
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On Wednesday, the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana kicked off their Hunger Action Campaign at the Porter County Salvation Army to celebrate Hunger Action Month. This was the second event celebrating the campaign and the Food Bank’s goal of reaching over 1,000 Northwest Indiana residents in need of food assistance.
Portage Police, Community Come Together for National Night Out
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Along with departments across the country, the Portage Police hosted an annual Night Out to visit with interested members of the community.
Downtown Portage One Step Closer With Founders' Field Performance Venue Groundbreaking
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The vision of a ‘Downtown Portage’ took another step towards becoming a reality on Tuesday as the City of Portage broke ground on the Founders’ Field Performance Venue in Founders’ Square.
Emma Havrilla Takes First Place in PHS Distinguished Young Woman Awards
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From the time it took her to move from her spot among 18 other junior girls to center stage, Emma Havrilla’s face was already wet with tears. She was not crying from sadness, disappointment or fear. Instead, she was expressing the excitement of being crowned Portage’s 2017 Distinguished Young Woman while attempting to come to terms with the shock of the announcement.
Portage Comfort Dog Brings Hope, Compassion to Orlando
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When tragedy occurs, brief glimmers of hope, no matter how small they are, are invaluable to those suffering. These short distractions from the surreal situations surrounding them can often be what one needs to get through another day.
Portage Community Joins With Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to Ensure Every Child Has Food on Weekends
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On Wednesday night, the Portage community gathered in support of the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana's Portage Backpack Program. Through ticket sales and a silent auction, guests were able to fund a program that supplies children with the thing they need most: food.
Kids Have A Blast At NorthShore Health Centers’ 3rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza
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NorthShore Health Centers held their 3rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday to the excitement of kids and families at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County in Portage. The crowd at the continually growing celebration was expected to top last years attendance of around 750 people.
Calumet College of St. Joseph Celebrates Donors with Annual Trustees' Ball
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The 51st Annual Trustees’ Scholarship Ball was held Saturday night to generate funds for the Calumet College of St. Joseph’s Scholarship Fund.
Portage Police Department Honors Dedication and Bravery of Those Who Serve
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Hundreds of civilians, city officials and law enforcement showed up to honor those who serve as police officers in the Portage community. Located at Frank Gilbert Jr. Memorial Park, members of Portage's finest showed up to honor and remember those who have and those who continue to serve.
