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Brittney Flaherty, 1997-2014
Brittney Ann Flaherty, 16, of LaPorte, died June 18, 2014, at her home. She was born Nov. 17, 1997, in LaPorte to Patrick Flaherty and Laura Jean (Schoof) Pointon. Brittney was a student at LaPorte...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 20
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 20, 1914 – A car strikes Irma Schoff, age 8, at the corner of Main and Perry streets. The wheels of the machine pass over her body, but her...
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Shelter’s 5th Animal Care Camp teaches kids the responsibility and joy of pet...
Dr. Patrick Dorroh performs a spay procedure on a dog at the shelter’s new surgery unit as camp participants watch. (Photo by Bob Wellinski) Photos by Bob Wellinski, and provided by the LaPorte County...
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Just a few of those who learned the gift of music from Jim Barkow
Photo by Lisa Smithson (click to enlarge) The LaPorte City Band honored the late Jim Barkow during its June 18, 2014, concert in Fox Park, and many friends and former students of the longtime musician...
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Sandra Tamlin, 1940-2014
Sandra J. Tamlin, 73, of LaPorte, died peacefully at home on June 18, 2014. She was born Oct. 8, 1940, in Michigan City, IN, to James W. and Vivian R. (Hulet) Caddo. Sandra was a member of Agape...
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Friends of the Library Book Sale is June 26-29
One of summertime’s most anticipated events in LaPorte, the big Friends of the Library Book Sale, will take place Friday, June 27, through Sunday, June 29, with the special preview day Thursday, June...
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Jeremy Wier, 1975-2014
Jeremy Alan Wier, 39, of Westville, IN, and formerly of Chesterton, IN, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn, IL. He was born May 3, 1975, in...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 21
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 21, 1914 – It is alleged that a local woman put poison on cherries and Paris green in the well at her place. June 21, 1964 – The LaPorte...
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Storm’s rollin’ in
Photo by Mike Kellems (click to enlarge) Boaters had plenty of warning Saturday evening, June 22, as a storm front approached the area in dramatic fashion over Pine Lake. While they brought a lot of...
View ArticleBeechwood 18-Hole Ladies League results, June 18
Here are results from the June 18 Beechwood 18-Hole Ladies League event, which was a Buddy Tournament: 1st – Bonnie Cardwell, Diane Hertges 2nd – Sue Kolczak, Lin Price 3rd – Kathy Nova, Jo Thornburg...
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Steve Osborn is Libertarian candidate for sheriff
Osborn LaPorte County resident Steve Osborn was recently nominated as the Libertarian Party’s candidate for LaPorte County sheriff. Osborn will face Republican John Boyd and Democrat Al Ott in the Nov....
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Next up in Downtown LaPorte Friday Night Movies: “Monsters University” June 27
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the next alfresco movie feature in downtown LaPorte: “Monsters University” June 27. This summer series has become a community favorite, featuring outdoor...
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The 4th is near — here’s the schedule (psst … fireworks and Beer Barn are at...
A scene from last year’s parade captured by Mike Kellems. (Click to enlarge) Pick your parade spot (but don’t stake it out until July 3): It’s almost time for the LaPorte Jaycees Fourth of July Parade...
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North and South clash again on museum grounds
Soldiers take cover as they fire a mortar round. Photos by Bob Wellinski (click to enlarge) Gen. Robert E. Lee was just one of the many Civil War re-enactors (both Yanks and Rebs) who made camp on the...
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Clifford Halter, 1928-2014
Mr. Clifford H. Halter, 86, of Rolling Prairie, IN, died Saturday, June 21, 2014, at his home. He was born Feb. 19, 1928, in LaPorte to Herschel and Carrie (Stoner) Halter. Clifford was owner of Halter...
View ArticleVendla Kleca, 1923-2014
Vendla D. Kleca, 90, died at 5:10 a.m. June 22, 2014, at Miller’s Merry Manor, New Carlisle, IN. She was born Sept. 27, 1923, in LaPorte to Walter and Catherine (Iselman) Johnson. Vendla worked at...
View ArticleTree crushes unoccupied truck on Virginia Avenue
A large tree fell on a parked pickup truck in the 600 block of Virginia Avenue, LaPorte, crushing its cab, LaPorte Police said. The tree fell at about 10:30 p.m. Saturday, June 21, 2014, as storms were...
View ArticleMemorial Mass for Robert Meegan is June 28
A memorial Mass for Robert E. Meegan will be held at 10 a.m. June 28, 2014, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Malagon officiating. A gathering will follow the Mass at Brentwood Assisted Living...
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Sheriff candidate John Boyd to host Safe School Summit June 26
Major John Boyd, GOP candidate for LaPorte County sheriff, will host a Safe School Summit on Thursday, June 26, at Heston Hills Boyd Banquet and Conference Center, 1933 E. 800 North. The summit will...
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Celia Mullins, 1935-2014
Celia Ann Mullins (Walter), at the age of 79, lost her battle with cancer and joined the Lord in the Kingdom of Heaven on Sunday, June 22, 2014. Celia is survived by her loving husband of 59 years,...
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