Category Archives: local news
Crown Point Sauerman Woods Park Improvement Project Update
Photo credit: The City of Crown Point In Crown Point, the city recently provided an update on the Sauerman Woods Park Improvement Project. Groundbreaking last September includes demolition of Hub Pool...
Jun 20, 2023
No Injuries in Cedar Lake Helicopter Crash
(Photo provided by Cedar Lake Police Department) (Photo provided by Cedar Lake Police Department) In Cedar Lake, officials say there were no reported injuries to the pilot, passenger, or anyone...
Jun 20, 2023
Much of Northwest Indiana Experiencing Severe Drought
The U.S. Drought Map is now showing Lake, Newton and most of Porter and Jasper counties in Severe Drought and Moderate Drought for much of the northern half of Indiana and a small portion southeast al...
Jun 15, 2023
Crown Point First Responders to Host Twilight Bike Ride
(Image courtesy City of Crown Point) In Crown Point, the city’s first responders are hosting a Twilight Bike Ride. Individuals interested in participating can join the Crown Point Police, Fire R...
Jun 15, 2023
Indiana's Million Tree Initiative Nearing Goal
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says the Hoosier state is getting closer to a major tree milestone. Governor Eric Holcomb in his 2020 State of the State Address directed the DNR to p...
Jun 15, 2023
Areas of Drought Expanding in Northwest Indiana
Dry conditions are intensifying in the Region and across the Midwest. Nearly all of Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, and Wisconsin and most of Michigan are in some level of drought. The U.S. Drought Monitor M...
Jun 09, 2023
Air Quality Alert for Indiana Due to Wildfire Smoke
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued an Air Quality Action Day for all counties in the state due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. Due to north to northeast winds, IDEM...
Jun 08, 2023
Railroad Crossing Work Continues in Valparaiso
(Photo provided by City of Valparaiso) In Valparaiso, city officials say work on railroad crossings continues, requiring short-term closures and detours as upgrades continue. "We continue to work clos...
Jun 07, 2023
District Offers Medical Sharps Collection with Porter County Health Department
The Porter County Recycling and Waste Reduction District says it has launched a partnership with the Porter County Health Department to offer a residential medical sharps collection. Residents can bri...
Jun 07, 2023
Nominations Sought for Duneland Chamber Community Awards
In Chesterton, the Duneland Chamber of Commerce says it is currently seeking community nominations for eight awards given during the Duneland Chamber Community Awards Luncheon to be held on Wednesday,...
Jun 07, 2023
