Press Releases

South Shore Line’s Kids Ride Free Program Makes Holiday Travel Even More Affordable

South Shore Line’s Kids Ride Free Program Makes Holiday Travel Even More Affordable ’Tis the season for free rides! To let riders know it has been a pleasure serving them throughout 2023 and provide another opportunity for friends and family to create more memories, South Shore Line (SSL) has expanded its Kids Ride Free program to...

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Marty Corley to be named MCPD Police Chief

Marty Corley to be named MCPD Police Chief Just days after her historic win, Michigan City Mayor-elect Angie Nelson Deuitch is busy preparing to transition into her new role in January. "We’re working hard to identify the right people for the right positions so we can hit the ground running...

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Crown Point Fire Rescue Responds to Fire at Lake County Jail

Crown Point Fire Rescue Responds to Fire at Lake County Jail At approximately 11:53 a.m. Monday, June 5, Crown Point Fire Rescue responded to the lobby of the Lake County Jail, 2293 Main St., for a reported fire. The fire was extinguished before Crown Point Fire Rescue arrived. No one was injured. Merrillville...

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The impact of physical activity on loneliness and social isolation for older adults

The impact of physical activity on loneliness and social isolation for older adults It’s been well-established that physical activity like walking, yoga and going to a fitness center has many health benefits for older adults. These include better sleep, less anxiety and reduced risk of heart disease, along with many...

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PNW honey bees produce 650 pounds of honey in second year

PNW honey bees produce 650 pounds of honey in second year The latest buzz from Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is the 650 pounds of honey harvested from the apiaries on the Hammond and Westville campuses and at Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest. This year’s honey yield, which tripled last year’s...

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Franciscan Health Crown Point, Michigan City recognized for excellence in infant and maternal health

Franciscan Health Crown Point, Michigan City recognized for excellence in infant and maternal health Franciscan Health Crown Point and Franciscan Health Michigan City were among five Franciscan Health hospitals to be recognized by the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), in partnership with Gov. Eric J. Holcomb and State Health Commissioner Kris Box,...

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Boys & Girls Clubs Hosts Annual Christmas to Remember Event

Boys & Girls Clubs Hosts Annual Christmas to Remember Event This past Thursday, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest hosted their annual Christmas to Remember event, which saw record giving and volunteer participation. With Meijer and People's Bank as the presenting sponsors, the organization was able...

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Surf Internet Taps Seasoned Talent Randy Steines, Jorge Rodriguez for Leadership Roles

Surf Internet Taps Seasoned Talent Randy Steines, Jorge Rodriguez for Leadership Roles Fiber-optic internet service provider Surf InternetSM has announced the addition of two professionals to their leadership team. Randy Steines has been named vice president and corporate controller, while Jorge Rodriguez joins Surf as senior director...

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Franciscan Health’s Fresh Start Market, Food Rx Program gets $20k boost from Old National Bank Foundation

Franciscan Health’s Fresh Start Market, Food Rx Program gets $20k boost from Old National Bank Foundation Northwest Indiana families facing food insecurity will have extra help thanks to a $20,000 grant from Old National Bank Foundation to Franciscan’s Health’s Fresh Start Market and new Food Rx Program. The Franciscan Health Foundation partnered in...

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