Start summer off by donating blood

MERRILLVILLE | With summer around the corner, and the end of the school year in sight, new and eligible blood donors are urged to help strengthen the blood supply by volunteering to give in the next few weeks.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Flood tragedies nobody talks about

Everybody in south suburban Cook County is aware that on April 18, the area was drenched with rain from the storm that knocked out power in many households, caused huge traffic delays and flooded basements.

Scouts host third blood drive

Celebrate the birth of a movement by donating blood

MERRILLVILLE | Celebrate the birth of a movement and help others in need by coming to donate blood in May.

Blood drive success at Salvation Army Community Center

LAPORTE | The Maple City Lions Club and The Salvation Army of LaPorte partnered with The American Red Cross on Saturday March 23rd for a very successful blood drive at the The Salvation Army Community Center located at 3240 Monroe St. We thank everyone who generously donated their time (and …

Spring blood drives offer chance to be part of the change

PORTER COUNTY | As the snow melts and spring rains bring fresh flowers, green grass, and warmer weather, the American Red Cross encourages area residents to be a part of change, too.

Be an Everyday Hero by giving blood

MERRILLVILLE | Blood donors are Everyday Heroes who help save lives. During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks.

Be an Everyday Hero by giving blood during Red Cross Month

MERRILLVILLE | Blood donors are Everyday Heroes who help save lives. During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks.

American Red Cross changes times of 2 blood drives today

The American Red Cross has changed the time of two blood drives scheduled for today.

Basketball fans have extra incentive to donate blood

MERRILLVILLE | February is American Heart Month, and Hoosier who have a live for basketball; have an extra incentive to donate blood at an American Red Cross blood drive next month to help hospital patients who require blood transfusion.

Red Cross hails volunteers at Indiana-Ohio dinner

FORT WAYNE | Norma Hoffar, of Hobart, and Becky Wos, of Crown Point, received the Outstanding Volunteer Service Award at the recent Indiana-Ohio Region of American Red Cross Blood Services annual recognition dinner.

Red Cross celebrates National Blood Donor Month

MERRILLVILLE | January is National Blood Donor Month, a time when the American Red Cross recognizes the millions of dedicated blood and platelet donors across the U.S. for helping to ensure a stable blood supply for patients in need both locally and across the country.

Former suburban woman volunteers in Newtown

MORRISON, Ill. | As with many in retirement, Cindie Waters spends a good chunk of her time traveling.

Former suburban woman volunteers in Newtown

As an American Red Cross volunteer, Cindie Waters, of Morrison, Ill., recently went to Newtown, Conn., to help the families of the victims in the school shootings. She is retired from her job in Elmhurst, a Chicago suburb.

Make donating blood a New Year’s resolution

MERRILLVILLE | By resolving to donate blood or platelets in the coming year, volunteers can help save the lives of the one out of 10 hospital patients who require blood for emergency or ongoing medical care.

Women escape unharmed from early morning fire, but lose everything

PORTAGE | Three residents of a mobile home escaped unharmed this morning after a fire damaged their home, but have lost all their personal belongings.

Red Cross seeks volunteers, blood donations

PORTER COUNTY | In a season filled with giving, there’s a multitude of ways you can give back to your community through your American Red Cross.

Give something meaningful this holiday season

MERRILLVILLE | During the holiday season, the American Red Cross asks everyone to support its mission by giving something meaningful - hope to those in need.