Humane Society Calumet Area (HSCA) is accepting orders of holiday wreaths, garland (roping) and swags now through Nov. 18. The wreaths are fresh and custom-made from Scotch pine by Kingma Christmas Tree Farm in Demotte, Ind. Each wreath is sprayed with a …
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For those who follow Vale Park Animal Hospital on Facebook, you know all about Bobby the Greyhound. Bobby came to Vale Park in 2014 as a puppy with multiple health problems including diabetes and pancreatic issues. Everyone at Vale Park quickly fell in love …
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United Way Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Northwest Indiana is holding their 2nd Annual Sample Size Drive running now through January 1st of 2016. Last year they were able to collect over 5,000 toiletry and other basic hygiene items that …
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An office volunteer has reached the ultimate milestone for volunteers. Doris Galinski of Crown Point, becomes the first recipient of the Presidential Service Award, Gold Star, at Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana. To earn the Gold Star, in the Presidential …
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Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond Planning and Development Committee honored its citizens and organizations that are helping make a difference in the community through giving back at the 29th Annual Volunteer Awards Ceremony today …
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When Paul Pallas, owner of George’s Gyros Spot learned about Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County’s Duneland Club’s Capital Campaign, he knew he wanted to be part of this initiative. “The Club offers so many opportunities for children,” states …
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Cyndi Walsh, second from left, of St. Mary Catholic Church in Crown Point, delivered bags filled with new children’s clothing, which was collected at masses, to the Prenatal Assistance Program at St. Clare Health Clinic, 1121 S. Indiana Ave. Crown Point, on …
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Volunteers are sought to work side-by-side with staff in decorating the Barker Mansion for Christmas. Interested individuals are welcome to volunteer their time on November 5, 18 and 24 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Registration is not necessary to volunteer and …
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October 27, 2015 was a special day at the Strack & Van Til headquarters. Three young men and their families were invited to represent the Muscular Dystrophy Association and receive a donation on the nonprofit’s behalf of $34,786.08 from Strack & …
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The Munster High School Speech & Debate program has earned significant recognition by the National Speech & Debate Association. The MHS chapter achieved 300 or more degrees last year, which has ranked the MHS Speech & Debate program among the top …
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