Government

“Click it or Ticket:” La Porte City Police ramping up patrols ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

“Click it or Ticket:” La Porte City Police ramping up patrols ahead of Memorial Day Weekend With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer travel, the La Porte City Police Department is preparing to step up patrols to crack down on seatbelt usage. From May 17 through May 31, the La Porte City Police Department will join police...

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Governor’s Parkway Railroad Overpass Project Receives NEPA Approval

Governor’s Parkway Railroad Overpass Project Receives NEPA Approval Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond are pleased to announce that the Governor’s Parkway Railroad Overpass Project has received approval under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), marking a significant milestone in the...

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Inside the Porter County Government Clerk’s Office with Deputy Clerk Wendy Piunti

Inside the Porter County Government Clerk’s Office with Deputy Clerk Wendy Piunti The Porter County Clerk's Office is more than just a place to file paperwork - it's a hub of history, organization, and public service. The Clerk's Office is made up of many different sections that all work together to make it run efficiently and...

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Community Change Center’s food truck delivers jobs and support for those reentering society

Community Change Center’s food truck delivers jobs and support for those reentering society There's heart behind the wheel of Northwest Indiana's newest food truck.  Fresh Start Enterprises, which debuted on April 26, is more than just a meal service — it's a second-chance employment initiative helping individuals with criminal records...

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Inside Porter County Prosecutor Gary Germann’s mission to build a safer, stronger community

Inside Porter County Prosecutor Gary Germann’s mission to build a safer, stronger community Prosecutor Gary Germann and his department are about more than convictions. In fact, much of the Porter County Prosecutor’s office is centered on programs that aim to lift people up. "I came back to the prosecutor's office to make a few changes,"...

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Michigan City Vector Control Celebrates Earth Day by Honoring Progress and Promoting Community Partnership

Michigan City Vector Control Celebrates Earth Day by Honoring Progress and Promoting Community Partnership On this Earth Day, the Michigan City Vector Control Department is proud to recognize the collective strides made toward creating a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable community. As stewards of public health and the environment, the...

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City of Valparaiso puts the ‘unity’ in ‘community’ at inaugural Valparaiso Community Conference session

City of Valparaiso puts the ‘unity’ in ‘community’ at inaugural Valparaiso Community Conference session On the morning of Wednesday, April 17, City of Valparaiso hosted the first ever session of the Valparaiso Community Conference at Valparaiso University. The event is geared to promote connectivity and collaboration among Valpo’s residents, business...

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