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A chill might have hung in the late autumn air, but there was nothing but warmth in everyone’s hearts on Friday, November 17 as the City of Lake Station held its sixth-annual Turkey Dinner Giveaway. Dozens of families in need from all over the community …

Giving back to the community you serve is the job of any elected official. Since he took office in January, Lake Station Mayor Bill Carroll and many others have handed out boxes of food to residents in need. The food was donated in partnership with the Beyond …

When Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana was looking for a place to develop homes as part of its mission to serve families in need in nearby communities, the City of Lake Station presented itself as the perfect place to execute that goal. Once the city …

An annual tradition, the city of Lake Station and community partners are gearing up to spread Christmas and holiday cheer to local families in need. It’s that joyous, festive time of year. Families are frantically preparing for grand feasts, shopping for …

United Way Northwest Indiana is proud to announce a generous $2,500  contribution from Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients. This gift will directly  support United Way’s work to advance financial stability, healthy …

On the morning of August 1, United Way Northwest Indiana hosted its 29th annual Day of Caring event. Over 650 volunteers from throughout the community worked together on over 80 volunteer projects throughout the Region. This was the first installment of the …

On August 5, the Valparaiso Police Department (VPD) hosted its annual National Night Out event. This event is geared to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement officers and civilians across the nation. The National Night Out has been a tradition …

This story is part of a series on 1st Source Foundation. Learn more about the impact it has on local communities here. The Porter County Fairgrounds pavilion hosts thousands of guests every year during the Porter County Fair. From concerts and performances to …

At 4:17 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, the Chesterton Fire Department and Northwest Health-Porter EMS responded to a report of “chest pain and breathing problems” at a residence on South Fifth Street. The residence, as it happens, of Al the Crossing Guard, the …