Plant a Community Garden and there "grows" the neighborhood

A recent article in The Times dealt with the high number of old, abandoned homes that exist in Lake County, and the efforts of local mayors to eliminate these structures.

Hire-a-Vet today and secure a dependable, hardworking employee

I was reminded recently that May is Military Appreciation Month, and therefore an opportunity to demonstrate our appreciation for the sacrifices and successes of our men and women in the U.S. armed forces.

Potash warehouse could be online in late 2014

The site where Potash Corp. will build a transfer facility at Gibson Yard in Hammond. The building of Potash Corp.'s new transfer facility in Hammond has been delayed, but the Canadian company remains firmly committed to the project, having spent $12 million at the site already, a top Potash…

Potash warehouse could be online in late 2014

Rail lines are shown at Gibson Yard in Hammond. The building of Potash Corp.'s new transfer facility in Hammond has been delayed, but the Canadian company remains firmly committed to the project, having spent $12 million at the site already, a top Potash Corp. executive said Friday.

Potash warehouse could be online in late 2014

Potash Corp. rail lines are shown at Gibson Yard in Hammond. The building of Potash Corp.'s new transfer facility in Hammond has been delayed, but the Canadian company remains firmly committed to the project, having spent $12 million at the site already, a top Potash Corp. executive said Friday.

Potash warehouse could be online in late 2014

Potash Corp. Senior Director of Transportation and Distribution David Ostertag poses for a portrait near the site where Potash Corp. will build a transfer facility at Gibson Yard in Hammond. The building of Potash Corp.'s new transfer facility in Hammond has been delayed, but the Canadian co…

Potash warehouse could be online in late 2014

Potash Corp. Senior Director of Transportation and Distribution David Ostertag speaks Friday to Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce about Potash's transfer facility at Gibson Yard at Dynasty Banquet in Hammond.

Indiana Gateway projects should start this year

The long-delayed Indiana Gateway rail project should get underway this year, with a kick-off for the $71.4 million in rail improvements tentatively set for May, according to a top Indiana transportation official.

Chambers collaborate to highlight rail investments in NWI

The Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, together with Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce, will host the Northern Indiana Rail Conference – Junction 2013 on April 19 at Dynasty Banquet Center, 4125 Calumet Ave., Hammond.

E.C. mayor: City won't depend on gaming revenue

EAST CHICAGO | By 2014, the city’s dependence on gaming dollars for its general fund will be zero, and major infrastructure projects, including the Cline Avenue Bridge, will be under way.

East Chicago mayor to speak during Lakeshore meeting

EAST CHICAGO | East Chicago Mayor Anthony Copeland will speak at the next Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce lunch meeting, set for March 27 at Ameristar Casino East Chicago, 777 Ameristar Blvd

Community philanthropy - giving back in hard times

The severe recession of 2007-08 did not bring charitable giving to a screeching halt, but it did play havoc with the endowments of community foundations everywhere.

Mayor Copeland to present East Chicago 2013 March 27 at Lakeshore Luncheon

EAST CHICAGO | Mayor Anthony Copeland will present "East Chicago 2013" as part of the Lakeshore Chamber General Membership Luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27 at Ameristar Casino, 777 Ameristar Blvd.

McDermott speaks on proposed developments, Chicago casino impact

HAMMOND | Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. spoke Wednesday about proposed developments in the city and the impact of potential casinos in Chicago.

Hammond mayor to speak at Lakeshore Chamber meeting

HAMMOND | Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. will speak at the next Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce meeting, set for Feb. 27 at Dynasty Banquets, 4125 Calumet Ave.

McDermott to speak at chamber luncheon Feb. 27

HAMMOND | Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. will speak at a general membership luncheon of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 27.

Lakeshore and Crossroads chambers collaborate on economic development

The two largest Chambers of Commerce in Lake County, Lakeshore and Crossroads Regional - representing more than 1,200 businesses - announced a new economic development alliance Jan. 24 designed to assist the communities of East Chicago, Hammond, Crown Point, and Merrillville in business rete…

Lake County IN Economic Alliance

The Lake County IN Economic Alliance, a creation of the Crossroads Regional and Lakeshore chambers of commerce, is intended to strengthen economic development efforts in Crown Point, East Chicago, Hammond and Merrillville.

Chambers join forces for economic growth

The two largest chambers of commerce in Lake County are banding together to become the "lead responder" for retaining and attracting companies to Hammond, East Chicago, Merrillville and Crown Point.

Adios to the historic Nine-Span Bridge

What is 75 years old, more than 2,000 feet in length, comprised of nine spans (and thousands of tons) of high grade steel, and connects two major cities in Lake County?