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Hammond, Indiana is the 5th largest city in the State of Indiana on the southern edge of Lake Michigan and a part of the Chicago Metropolitan area. Visit our comprehensive city website, www.gohammond.com for more information about what's going on in the community; useful links and contact information for all the city departments; easy access to information for Hammond citizens like building permits, business licenses, paying your water bill, and more; our online news channel, gohammond.tv; and much more.

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Leadership Life | Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. | Staying Connected...

Leadership Life | Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. | Staying Connected During Crisis

There's no hard and fast rule book for when a worldwide pandemic hits unexpectedly, but as Hammond's Mayor, Tom McDermott, Jr., has relied on what he knows best - how to communicate transparently, often, and well. Hear about his and his team's thoughtful approaches to staying connected with the community to provide education, reassurance, and facts in a time of crisis. Like and subscribe! The Life Sites: www.valpo.life www.laportecounty.life www.nwi.life www.portage.life GreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you’ll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about the communities that make up Northwest Indiana. We invite you to partake in the Region’s only source for all-positive news, all the time. Watch it. Love it. Share it.
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Leadership Life | Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. | Leadership Inspirations

Tom McDermott, Jr., can point to those who have inspired him as a leader - literally. Their books and figurines line his library shelves as a constant reminder of the strong-willed, scrappy, smart, wise, controversial, and otherwise greats who came before him. Here he talks about those people and the traits that shaped him as he plows through is 16th year as Mayor of the City of Hammond. Like and subscribe! The Life Sites: www.valpo.life www.laportecounty.life www.nwi.life www.portage.life GreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you’ll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about the communities that make up Northwest Indiana. We invite you to partake in the Region’s only source for all-positive news, all the time. Watch it. Love it. Share it.
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Leadership Life | Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. | Regional Cooperation and A City United

Tom McDermott, Jr., said Northwest Indiana has some tremendous mayors, and he's proud to call them colleagues - especially during a pandemic. Gain insight on how he and the Region's mayors have cooperated during this time, and also learn what has impressed Tom when it comes to his community coming together to help and support each other. Like and subscribe! The Life Sites: www.valpo.life www.laportecounty.life www.nwi.life www.portage.life GreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you’ll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about the communities that make up Northwest Indiana. We invite you to partake in the Region’s only source for all-positive news, all the time. Watch it. Love it. Share it.
Life on the Streets of Hammond Featuring Mayor Thomas McDermott...

Life on the Streets of Hammond Featuring Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr.

“It’s friggin’ hot in here,” Mayor McDermott says while leaning over Ideas in Motion Founder, Chris Mahlmann, to flip on the car air conditioning. He pauses and looks to Mahlmann concerned, “I can say friggin’ right?” The exchange gave an indication on the candid and light-hearted style of interview in a new series Ideas in Motion Media has launched called "Life on the Streets," featuring Northwest Indiana Leaders, set in a car as they travel through the communities in which they serve. Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott was the first featured and both Mahlmann and McDermott realized how to take advantage of the setting they were in. http://www.nwindianalife.com/community/government-community-resources/65632-life-on-the-streets-of-hammond-featuring-mayor-thomas-mcdermott-jr 0:00 Intro 0:13 Exploring Hammond's Famous Bike Path 0:59 Hammond Marina and the Impact of Mayor Thomas McDermott, Sr. 3:57 McDermott's Life in the Political Spotlight & Marissa McDermott's venture into politics 6:28 McDermott on Neighboring Politics with other Mayors 8:03 Seeing Lost Marsh Golf Club and the history behind the club 8:51 Wolf Lake Pavillion's Impact in Hammond 10:53 McDermott shares Hammond's new bike path 12:05 Festival of the Lakes and McDermott's secret rock star side.
An Interview with Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. - Festival of the...

An Interview with Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr. - Festival of the Lakes 2016

Festival of the Lakes is a huge event for the city of Hammond, so when we sat down with Mayor McDermott it was something we had to talk about. To find more information on the 2016 Festival of the Lakes, go here: http://www.nwindianalife.com/entertainment/gatherings/60795-2016-festival-of-the-lakes-preview-guide
Summer in the City - What is up in Hammond with Mayor Thomas...

Summer in the City - What is up in Hammond with Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr.

The Mayor of Hammond Tom McDermott Jr. recently sat down to talk to us about the upcoming Festival of the Lakes, what Hammond has to offer during the summer, and Mr. McDermott's favorite activities to do in Hammond. To find more information about the Festival of the Lakes you can go here: http://festival.gohammond.com/

Festival of the Lakes unites Northwest Indiana, Chicagoland music fans for an electrifying and eclectic run at Hammond’s Wolf Lake

By: Lauren Grasham Last Updated: July 22, 2024

Hammond’s Pavilion at Wolf Lake (PAV) has transformed into a dome of eclectic and exhilarating summer fun for the city’s annual and highly anticipated Festival of the Lakes (FOTL). With around 100,000 people making their way to the PAV during...

City of Hammond Festival of the Lakes Marshmello 2024

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City of Hammond Festival of the Lakes DaBaby 2024

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City of Hammond Festival of the Lakes Shinedown 2024

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, July 18 – July 21

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: July 15, 2024

Northern Indiana is getting in tune with its musical side this weekend with world-class entertainment right in your backyard. Festival of the Lakes is bringing headliners like DaBaby and Marshmello to the stage, while the Porter County Fair has a...

GNL Recap: A look back on Festival of the Lakes

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: July 10, 2024

Every year, the City of Hammond’s Festival of the Lakes brings world-renowned entertainment to the Region while emphasizing the things that make Hammond unique. From headline performances like Lil Wayne to the annual Polka Party, the Festival of...

2024 Independence Day Recap: 4th of July in Northern Indiana

By: Damon Modglin, GreatNews.Life Last Updated: July 9, 2024

For years, GreatNews.Life (GNL) has been capturing your favorite Independence Day moments every 4th of July. From our very first celebration in Valparaiso in 2009, GNL has always provided top-notch photography for the community when it comes to...

Festival of the Lakes 2024 Clear Bag Policy

By: City of Hammond Last Updated: July 9, 2024

As we prepare for FOTL, we want to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. To enhance security and streamline the entry process, we will be implementing a Clear Bag Policy. Please review the following guidelines to comply with our new...

By: Damon Modglin Last Updated: July 8, 2024

The weather is looking beautiful this weekend in Northern Indiana, so it’s time to get outside and party! Whether you’re prepping for Festival of the Lakes, looking for concerts to jam out to, or hoping to catch some time with your family and...

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