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Pet of the Day: Daisy (plus a sweet adoption photo)
(Click on photos to enlarge) Check out this fluffy girl. WNLP and the LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter present the Pet of the Day, Daisy, a Bichon Frise/poodle mix! If you’re interested in adopting...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 10
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 10, 1915 — Members at the Order of Foresters convention in LaPorte voice their confidence in President Woodrow Wilson. June 10, 1965 — The...
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Plaza 618 plans include outdoor seating, fountain, stage, delivered food and...
The latest artist’s rendering of Plaza 618. Mayor Blair Milo speaks at the groundbreaking June 9. A view of the future plaza looking northward. Photos by Bob Wellinski (click to enlarge) It was a...
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UPDATE: Police release names of 5 hurt in 2-vehicle crash near Westville
Photos and information from LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office Five people were injured, with three airlifted from the scene, in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning, June 9, 2015, on U.S. 421 near...
View ArticleDetails added for LPHS Class of 1965 50-year reunion events
The LaPorte High School Class of 1965 50-year reunion will be held July 18, 2015, at Best Western Conference Center, LaPorte, with special events also occurring on July 17: Golf Outing: Friday, July...
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Museum’s summer display features “The Finishing Touches” for ladies
Intern Rachel Tavaras prepares a mannequin that is part of “The Finishing Touch” display at the LaPorte County Historical Society Museum. (Photo provided) The LaPorte County Historical Society Museum’s...
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NIPSCO, Horizon continue great support of Hoosier Star
Photo provided (click to enlarge) NIPSCO and Horizon Bank have supported LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra’s Hoosier Star competition as Diamond Sponsors for the past 10 years. Pictured are, from...
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LP School Corp. once again providing free meals to kids this summer
The LaPorte Community School Corporation is once again providing free meals this summer to children 18 and younger starting June 15. Meals will be available Mondays through Thursdays; the program is...
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L.J. Watson, 1932-2015
L.J. Watson, 82, of Michigan City, IN, died Monday, June 8, 2015, at Hospice Franciscan Communities in Michigan City, IN. He was born July 19, 1932, in Michigan City to Robert E. and Frances (Thompson)...
View ArticleMan, 20, dies after being struck by vehicle in Michigan City
A pedestrian died of his injuries after being struck while walking in the westbound lane of Michigan Boulevard in Michigan City the night of June 9, 2015. About an hour before, the same man was...
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Thor finally finds a home — now how about his pal, Orion?
Thor and his new family (Click on photos to enlarge) LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter veteran Thor went home June 10 with his new family! Now his fellow shelter veteran, Orion, is still waiting for...
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Speed boat’s loss is dive team’s training gain
Michigan City Police Sergeant Greg Jesse surfaces with the windshield/cockpit cover with the GoPro camera attached. Back on shore, Sgt. Jesse checks over the GoPro camera following the recovery. Story...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 11
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 11, 1915 — The LaPorte Class of 1915 will graduate on Wednesday evening, June 16, at the Madison Theater. June 11, 1965 — A three-ring circus...
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Got a kid who loves to create? Sign him or her up for park department’s Art Camp
The LaPorte Park and Recreation Department will again this year offer a summer Art Camp for children currently enrolled in preschool (ages 4 & 5) through 8th grade. Dates are: 1st session — June...
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Scouts donate teddy bears to comfort fellow kids
Sheriff John Boyd, Girl Scouts Adriana, Krisyonna, Aya and Erin, and Chief Deputy Ron Heeg. Photos and information from LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office (Click on photos to enlarge) Members of Girl...
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Pet of the Day: Sara (plus a joyous adoption photo)
(Click on photos to enlarge) WNLP and the LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter present today’s Pet of the Day, Sara, a sweet domestic shorthair. If you’re interested in adopting Sara or any other...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 12
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 12, 1915 — LaPorte entertains 115 Chicago motor fans on tour in 29 cars. June 12, 1965 — The Community Hospital board president says there is...
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Return on your tax dollars: 25 LaPorte schools retirees = 624 years of service
Those of the 25 retirees present for a photo. (Click to enlarge) Photo and information from LaPorte Community School Corporation The LaPorte Community School Corporation honored 25 retirees and...
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Lois Ott, 1929-2015
Lois L. Ott, 85, of LaPorte, died Monday, June 8, 2015, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital. She was born Oct. 12, 1929, in LaCrosse, IN, to Dewey and Eunice Caroline (Vaughn) Scott. Lois worked for many...
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Time to hit the streets: LaPorte’s annual Cruise Night is Saturday, June 13
Everything from Model A’s to Mercurys to Mustangs, and more, might be spotted during LaPorte’s Cruise Night 2015. Grab a spectator site along Lincolnway and watch the classic cars cruise by on June 13...
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