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Concrete restoration and bridge work continues on I-65
Additional road closures will be implemented in Lake County along the I-65 corridor between I-80/94 and U.S. 30 the week of July 5. 53rd Ave will be closed under I-65 on or after Tuesday, July 5. The official detour will follow Liverpool Rd, 61st Ave and Broadway/State Road 53. This road will be closed through mid-November. The ramp from southbound
South Shore Line provides construction update on Double Track NWI project
The following is a construction update from NICTD on the South Shore Line (NICTD) Double Track NWI Project construction that is ongoing: GARY- MILLER STATION AREA All buildings have been demolished for the construction of the station and parking lots in Miller. New sewer work is underway in both the west and east parking lots. Parking is available but temporarily
La Porte fire chief reminds residents to comply with fireworks ordinance
With the holiday weekend approaching, City of La Porte Fire Chief Andy Snyder is reminding residents to keep the city's fireworks ordinance in mind. "The Fourth of July is a big deal in our community, and everyone is eager to celebrate," Snyder said. "However, we still must be respectful of our neighbors. The fire department will be working closely with
Joel captivates fans with dynamic performance at Notre Dame
There was an electricity in the air Saturday night at Notre Dame’s legendary football stadium, and it wasn’t the weather. It was the piano man Billy Joel and his prolific band that played dozens of hits and numerous crowd pleasers for nearly three hours in front of a sold-out crowd. Billy apologized for taking so long to get to Indiana
Man drowns saving girl at Porter Beach
A man who entered Lake Michigan at Porter Beach Monday morning to save a teen in distress, then went under himself, has died, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources reported to the Town of Chesterton. The victim has been identified as 38 year-old Thomas Kenning, of St. Petersburg, Florida. “Kenning was visiting with family when he observed a juvenile in
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Man drowns saving girl at Porter Beach
A man who entered Lake Michigan at Porter Beach Monday morning to save a teen in distress, then went under
Butterflies in the Park
Hospice of the Calumet presents "Butterflies in the Park" on Sunday August 21st from Noon-4pm at Wicker Park. To find
Red Wine and Brew this weekend at the Summit-July 1st
Check out www.redwineandbrewlaporte.com for more information. Festivities this weekend. Help make a Difference.