The long-vacant, century-old Hotel LaSalle is set to begin a new chapter with a transformative redevelopment project aimed at bringing attainable, high-quality housing and amenity-driven retail to Hammond’s downtown. Region-based Moynihan Capital will …
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Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and The Hammond Port Authority are excited to announce that the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) has recognized Hammond, Indiana as an award-winning participant of National Night Out, a nationwide event that promotes …
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Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond invite you to join us for the groundbreaking of the new downtown Hammond train station on Thursday, April 16 th at 1:00PM. Please join Mayor McDermott and his staff as they celebrate this exciting new …
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What’s recently happened? The Hammond Academy of Performing Arts (HAPA) at Morton High School (MHS) brought one of theater’s most beloved stories to life with its production of Peter Pan. For many cast members, the journey was just as magical as the …
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What’s recently happened? The Area Career Center (ACC) recently had its annual National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) induction ceremony. Students that average a 3.0 or above grade point average, good attendance and demonstrate a good work ethic in class …
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Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites prospective college students and their families to attend their choice of Preview PNW open house events, offered free of charge at both the Hammond and Westville campuses in April. The events provide valuable …
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What’s recently happened? On February 7, the senior service retreat took place. Bishop Noll Institute (BNI) seniors split up and went to Mission of Our Lady of Angels or the Fair Haven Rape Crisis Center. Students helped people in their own way of cleaning …
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The City of Hammond and Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. are excited to announce that iconic punk rock band THE OFFSPRING will headline the Festival of the Lakes on Friday, July 17, 2026. One of the most successful punk bands of all time, THE …
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The time may have changed, but the fun in the Region hasn’t wavered. More hours of sunlight means you can expect to see some more outdoor activities during later hours than before from now until the last quarter of the year. Take a look at our list of 10 …
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