Articles Posted in the Community News & People in the News Category
Read community news and happenings in The Chronicle online edition. Read about the good news and human interest stories happening throughout Northwest Indiana including Porter County Indiana, Lake County Indiana and LaPorte County Indiana.
Also, read about the people in the headlines in Northwest Indiana. From students and teachers, to volunteers and organizations, learn more about the newsmakers in Northwest Indiana with the People in the News section of The Chronicle online edition.
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Porter County Board of Parks and Recreational postpone all programs
In light of the emerging concerns regarding the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and after consultation with the Porter County Health Department, the Porter County Board of Parks and Recreation has postponed all programs, rentals and…
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Nanette Farley joins Methodist Hospitals as director of rehabilitation services
Nanette S. Farley joined Methodist Hospitals in February as director of Rehabilitation Services. Nanette most recently served in a similar position at Ottumwa Regional Health Center where she managed a staff of up to 50.…
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B&G Club renovates Lake Station gamesroom
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana recently renovated the gamesroom in its Lake Station Club thanks to the helping hands of a number of local union workers, who assisted with the renovation and…
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Red Cross urges healthy blood amid coronavirus concerns
The American Red Cross strongly urges healthy, eligible individuals who are feeling well to give blood or platelets to help maintain a sufficient blood supply and prevent shortages as concerns about the outbreak of coronavirus…
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Effervescent Erna Yarck
Erna Clara Yarck was born on April 4, 1920 in Hammond, Indiana. She is named after her aunt. At ninety-seven years young, Erna owns the title of “Most Vintage Resident” at Valparaiso Care &…
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Seniors Helping Seniors PCACS sparks positivity through community connections
At PCACS, our team is always looking for more ways to make an impact on the clients that we serve by going above and beyond just our program offerings. Our Section 8 Housing Director Valerie…
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Portage Township Education Foundation’s Fundraiser is a Success for Portage Schools
The Portage Township Education Foundation’s recent Major Saver fundraiser ended with a total of $22,925 raised. $16,641 will go towards PTEF funding for grants towards Portage Township School teachers while $6,284 will be going back…
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Portage Township Food Pantry to expand distribution in response to COVID-19 pandemic
Amid growing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and recently issued statewide stay-at-home order, Portage Township Trustee Brendan Clancy announced today increased efforts to serve the township’s most vulnerable populations. Those efforts will include working with…
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Flag football league in Gary provides mentorship and unity for students
The G Flag Football League includes middle and high school students from Steel City Academy, Lighthouse Academy, 21st Century Charter, the Charter School of the Dunes, Gary Middle School and City Life Center’s after school…
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Early Bird: America’s beloved Purple Martins return to Indiana
In a sure sign that spring is not far behind, the first Purple Martins of the year have been spotted in Indiana. The birds were seen on March 2 in the small southern Indiana town of Odon by…
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