Tri Kappa hosts Annual 5K Run/Walk

ST. JOHN | Tri Kappa’s Zeta Psi Chapter will host its second annual Tri Kappa Dash 5K Run/Walk through Ventura Estates and Heron Lake subdivisions Saturday April 27.

Courthouse Shops Offer Unique Gift Opportunities

CROWN POINT | Visitors are drawn into the holiday spirit as they enter the Historic Lake County Courthouse.

Landscaping Event to Benefit Toys for Tots

SCHERERVILLE | The North West Indiana Landscape Association Holiday Gala Saturday at Chetnik Hall will raise funds for Toys for Tots. Kevin Van Sessen, who heads the not for profit networking and philanthropic group, said the event was open to all Northwest Indiana residents working in the g…

Lake County K-9 Unit selling shirts

CROWN POINT | The Lake County Sheriff’s K-9 unit is selling t-shirts and hoodies as a fundraiser.

Crown Point | Veterans Day

The VFW Post 6446 Rifle Squad give a 21-Gun Salute in remembrance of fallen soldiers.

Artist meets with Library patrons

CROWN POINT | As part of the Crown Point Library’s Grand Opening celebration, Dyer artist Tom Torluemke, designer of “The Reader,” met with library patrons and staff. Torluemke explained the concept behind his design of the art work which hangs along the library staircase from the second to …

Purdue Glee Club joins Northwest Indiana Symphony

MERRILLVILLE | It was a night for gratitude, remembering in light of the after-storm conditions on the east coast, the blessings of having heat, electricity and the ability as a community to attend the Northwest Indiana Symphony.

2012 Pumpkin Walk

Mike "The Hot Dog Guy" Adams with his trusty sidekick.

2012 Pumpkin Walk

Benefit to aid Diana Swift slated for Nov. 2

CEDAR LAKE | A cancer benefit for Diana Swift, of Cedar Lake, will be held Nov. 2 at the Great Oaks Banquet Hall.

Highland Fire Department open house slated for Oct. 6

HIGHLAND | The Highland Fire Department will hold its annual open house Saturday, Oct. 6.

Lowell plans 5th Annual Barktober Fest

LOWELL | The fifth annual Barktober Fest will be held Sunday Oct. 7 at Freedom Bark Park.

Funds raised to feed needy at Thanksgiving

ST JOHN | Northwoods Restaurant will hold a fundraiser tonight (Tuesday) to help provide turkey dinners for local families in need on Thanksgiving.

Beatles Tribute has Symphony Patrons dancing in aisles

MERRILLVILLE | Symphony patrons were dancing in the aisles Friday, Sept. 21 to the strains of “Twist and Shout” at the Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the Beatles.

Impressive Munster Concert series kicks off with Broadway Tunes

MUNSTER | The Northwest Indiana Concert Association kicked off its 2012-2013 season Saturday with “Broadway Today.”

C.P.'s Touch a Truck a real hit

CROWN POINT | It was perfect weather for Crown Point's annual Touch A Truck event at Sauerman's Woods Saturday. Little kids and big kids (aka adults) could sit in, and in some cases, climb on a variety of emergency and private vehicles.

Fahrenheit 212's Chef Steve demonstrates at Farmer's Market

CROWN POINT | Fahrenheit 212 owner Chef Steve Kirincic demonstrated how to prepare a fried goat cheese bruschetta at the Crown Point Farmers Market Aug. 25.

Crown Point July 4th Celebration Committee Announces 2012 Parade Winners

CROWN POINT | The Crown Point July 4th Celebration Committee has announced its 2012 parade winners.

Free Outdoor Symphony Draws Crowd of 4,000

CROWN POINT | It was a beautiful summer night. Perfect weather with the moon shining over the stage set the tone as the Northwest Indiana Symphony performed.

Cops Cycling 4 Survivors to pass through Lake County Friday and Saturday

CROWN POINT | Cops Cycling 4 Survivors passed through Lake County Friday and Saturday on their 10th annual bike ride throughout Indiana.

Obama and former Presidents congratulate teen who earns Eagle Scout Honor

CROWN POINT | Highlighting the induction of Crown Point teen Nicklaus Palmer into the rank of Eagle Scout was the reading of congratulatory letters from President Barak Obama and four past United States presidents.

Hobart Firefighters Send Message to Sick Boy

HOBART | Hobart firefighters joined together to send a message to a four-year-old terminally ill Dallas boy.

Lowell Public Library Hosts free Family Fun Day

LOWELL | The Lowell Public Library is hosting a free Family Fun Day Saturday.

Spirit Feather opens in Crown Point

CROWN POINT | Spirit Feather Creations, a Native American and Western-themed shop, will held it's grand opening Saturday.

Jim Bulanda entertains with Tribute to Frank Sinatra and Comedy Night

HIGHLAND | Whether it is his singing salute to Frank Sinatra or Comedy Impressions Night, Jim Bulanda loves to entertain.

Hobart K-9 Unit holds “Woof Stock” Fundraiser Sunday

HOBART | HOBART – Police K-9’s are the unsung heroes of law enforcement, protecting their partners, searching for lost children and Alzheimer patients, finding drugs and bombs and tracking crime suspects.

Hammond Officers Honored by Peers for Pulling Woman from a Burning Car

HAMMOND | Two Hammond police officers were honored by their peers for pulling a woman out of her burning car. For their heroism, First Class Patrolmen Kelly Mickey, with 11 years service and Kevin Holland, with eight years service, were given the "Lifesaving Award."

Lake Station FOP wins State Basketball Tourney at CPHS

CROWN POINT | Hit me with your best shot took on extra meaning Tuesday as the Lake Station Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 153 team emerged as champion of the state FOP basketball tournament.

IUN Police Officer honored for Service Above and Beyond the Call of Duty

GARY | Indiana University Northwest Police Sgt. Wayne L. James was recently honored by his peers for service above and beyond the call of duty.

Gary S.W.A.T. Team, Canine Unit and Detective honored

GARY | The Gary S.W.A.T. team, Canine Unit and Det. Pete Baum were recently honored by their peers. The canine unit led by Cpl. John Artiby and Det. Pete Baum received "Officer Recognition Awards."

E.C. officer Jason Alaimo honored for Service Above and Beyond the Call of Duty

EAST CHICAGO | East Chicago Police Officer Jason Alaimo was recently honored by his peers for service above and beyond the call of duty.

Four Whiting and three L.C. Sheriff’s Detectives Honored for Investigation of Stabbing Death

WHITING | Four Whiting and three Lake County Sheriff's Detectives were honored by their peers for investigating the stabbing death of a Whiting funeral home director.

Lake County Sheriff’s S.W.A.T. Unit Honored for Service Above and Beyond

CROWN POINT | The Lake County Sheriff's S.W.A.T. Unit was recently honored by their peers for service above and beyond the call of duty.

Lowell officers recognized by peers for 2011 achievements

LOWELL | Two Lowell Police Officers were recognized by their peers for achievements in 2011.

Former St. John Resident Designed Patterns for Oscar Winners

ST. JOHN | Former St. John resident Gennaro Macrini, as a consultant for Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company (commonly known as Dickies) in Fort Worth, Texas, designed the tuxedos worn by Brandon Oldenburg and William Joyce, when they accepted the Oscar for "The Fantastic Flying Books of…

Quad County Giveaway starting

CEDAR LAKE | The Quad County Giveaway is startng their offsite giveaways for the year. The giveaways will no longer be hosted at the church, Rock House II ministries but in Cedar Lake at the Boys and Girls Club on the first thursday of the month, in Thayer at the Volunteer Fire Department on…

MHS Key Club and Lupus Society plan Chili Cook-Off for March 10

MERRILLVILLE | The Merrillville High School Key Club and the Indiana chapter of the Lupus Foundation will hold a chili cook-off and tasting fundraiser March 10.

Write On Hoosiers encourage and celebrate local authors

SCHERERVILLE | Twenty three years ago Sharon Palmeri founded Write On Hoosiers. With 35 members, the majority of whom are published authors, the group is thriving. Members' writing genres include fiction, non-fiction, memoirs and poetry. During meetings, members listen, critique and encourag…

Oak Partners provides comprehensive investment consultation

CROWN POINT | Oak Partners, Inc. provides comprehensive investment consulting with the goal of adding value to investments and maximizing results.

Jerry Phillips | Fuel Fitness

Crown Point Fuel Fitness employee Jerry Phillips displays "Most Enthusiastic Team for 2011" award.

Crown Point Fuel Fitness gets "2011 Most Enthusiastic Club" award

CROWN POINT | Fuel Fitness recently honored its Crown Point team for being the "Most Enthusiastic Team for 2011."

Tina Silhavy Named Shear Magic Salon and Day Spa Employee of the Year

CROWN POINT | Esthetician Tina Silhavy has been named Shear Magic Salon and Day Spa's Employee of the Year 2011.

Lake County K-9 Unit Selling Sweatshirts and T-shirts

CROWN POINT | The Lake County Sheriff's Department K-9 Unit is selling t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts as a fundraiser.

Dean White donates $35,000 to Crown Point Police K-9 Program

CROWN POINT | The Crown Point Police Department K-9 program will be able to take a bigger bite out of crime due to a $35,000 donation made by Dean White.

Patrolman Officer Robert Ballas named Crown Point Employee of the Year

CROWN POINT | Patrolman Robert Ballas has been named Crown Point's Employee of the Year.

Crown Point Library Issues List of New Releases

CROWN POINT | The Crown Point Library has issued a list of new releases. Here is a list of the available new fiction:

Cedar Lake/Lowell Moms’ Club Hosts Preschool Fair Jan. 14

CEDAR LAKE | The Cedar Lake/Lowell Moms' Club will host their second annual free Preschool Fair Saturday Jan. 14.

Northwoods Restaurant Awash in Holiday Decorations

ST. JOHN | Hundreds of thousands lights dazzle customers inside and outside Northwoods Restaurant.

Wittenberg Village Hosts Christmas Party for Residents and Friends

CROWN POINT | An ice sculpture, Christmas music, festive trees and decorations and food and dessert stations set the stage for the Wittenberg Village Christmas party Wednesday.