On Wednesday evening Center for Hospice Care gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn in South Bend, Indiana with more than 375 distinguished guests to honor a special volunteer, Sister Carmel Marie Sallows. The recipient of the 34th Annual Helping Hands...
Read MoreThe Edison Park Groundbreaking Kicks Off the Re-Creation of Hammond Parks
On Tuesday afternoon, city officials and engaged citizens gathered at what appeared to be nothing more than a construction zone. The event, however, was a groundbreaking hosted by Hammond Mayor McDermott and the Hammond Parks Department, the 4th...
Read MorePorter EMS Presents 4th Annual Donation to Porter County Salvation Army
This Saturday, YMCA kids and families got together at the Valparaiso YMCA Pavilion to make their mark on their community. The YMCA Togetherhood Program’s newest initiative will be the installation of five little libraries at the public parks this...
Read MoreCancer Survivor Series: Sandra Schaffer
“I have everything that anyone could ever need.” The above statement is not one you would expect from a two-time cancer survivor. Nevertheless, this is the positive outlook Sandra Schaffer maintains after having overcome both breast and thyroid...
Read MoreDeborah Shepherd is Recognized for Outstanding Emergency Service at Porter Regional Hospital
Managing one emergency department sounds overwhelming, but managing three? That seems beyond human capabilities. Deborah Shepherd, Clinical Director of Emergency Services at Porter Regional Hospital, proves that this is indeed possible. With her...
Read MoreThe Portage Township YMCA Gears Up for the Ultimate Summer at the 2018 Healthy Kids Day
While it may feel far from around the corner, summer is almost here! School will soon be out, but the Portage Township YMCA kids will continue learning and growing thanks to the annual Healthy Kids Day this Saturday. Every year, YMCAs across the...
Read MoreThe Portage Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Local Businesses with its 15th Annual Community and Business Night
For fifteen years, the Portage Chamber of Commerce has held their community-business expo known as the Portage Community and Business Night. This year, a whopping 85 businesses showed up to promote their products and services to over 800 business...
Read MoreIU Day 2018: IU Northwest Celebrates its Past and Present
It’s not every day that you get to see the past and present collide! At Indiana University Northwest’s 2018 IU Day celebration, students and alumni came together to celebrate the institution’s academic impact as well as its history. Between...
Read MoreDavid Steinberg Ensures Continued, Meaningful Advancement at Porter Regional Hospital
With the fast-paced and ever-changing nature of the healthcare system, hospitals must strive for continued improvement and innovation. Over the last year, Porter Regional Hospital has seen such growth, with much of the credit going to David...
Read MoreRemembering La Porte University: History is Preserved with a New Indiana Historical Marker
On a cool, sunny day in La Porte, a group of history enthusiasts, committed citizens, and community leaders gathered at the corner of Clay and Harrison for the dedication of a new historic landmark. While there is no longer a structure to identify as...
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