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Calls of tiger on the loose in Gary prompt police search

Lauri Harvey Keagle lauri.keagle@nwi.com, (219) 852-4311

GARY | Police searched the city's Glen Park neighborhood late Thursday night and early Friday after receiving vague reports of a tiger on the …
July 25, 2014 5:17 pm
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CHESTERTON | As Nick Grubnich punched a putt just past the 18th hole on Friday afternoon, the Crown Point native let out an audible groan.
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BOURBONNAIS | He was the big prize, the sparkling centerpiece in the overhaul, except Jared Allen wasn't really interested in shining the spot…
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Historical Blue Top Drive-In returns under new ownership

Joseph S. Pete joseph.pete@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

HIGHLAND | Ever since the Blue Top Drive-In's once neon, now LED sign started lighting up the night sky again, a caravan of curious motorists …
July 24, 2014 6:30 pm
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Whole Foods breaks ground in Schererville, eyes Valpo

Joseph S. Pete joseph.pete@nwi.com, (219) 933-3316

SCHERERVILLE | The fast-growing Whole Foods Market will open a Schererville store next year, and has Valparaiso on its radar for a future location.
July 24, 2014 4:30 pm
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