Post Tribune - Fri Nov 27
When the Indiana General Assembly authorized the creation of the Little Calumet River Basin Development Commission in 1980 to spearhead flood control projects that would protect residents living near the Little Calumet River, it never authorized a mechanism to fund the commission.
Things to do :: Lifestyles :Post Tribune - Fri Nov 27
Find quilts, home accessories, candles, jewelry, PartyLite candles, popcorn, bake sale and more during the Holiday Craft Show at the Lowell Public Library, 1505 E. Commercial Ave.
Lake public defenders are newest budget casualtiesPost Tribune - Thu Nov 26
Budget cuts have forced the elimination of seven positions in the Lake County public defender's office.
Woodworkers find joy in making toys for area's childrenPost Tribune - Wed Nov 25
It's that time of year again for the Northwest Indiana Woodworkers Association. For the past 19 years, members have made toys that are donated to local children.
Law and OrderPost Tribune - Tue Nov 24
A Lowell man who admitted he had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl faces 30 days in jail, 17 months in an alternative sentencing program, 18 months on probation and 80 hours of community service.
Jobless rate steady in state, county; improves in ChestertonChesterton Tribune - Mon Nov 23
Unemployment remained steady in the State of Indiana in October while showing marginal local fluctuations both up and down in Northwest Indiana.
8 area bridges in worse shape than ClinePost Tribune - Sun Nov 22
Cline Avenue isn't the only Northwest Indiana bridge in bad shape. Eight bridges in Lake and Porter counties are more structurally deficient than at least one of the Cline Avenue ramps that the Indiana Department of Transportation recently closed for safety reasons, according to federal records.
Supported living program builds OE clients' self-esteemPost Tribune - Sun Nov 22
W hen Jason Halfacre, 33, started in Opportunity Enterprises' supported living program in January, he already had participated in the social service agency's sheltered workshop for people with disabilities for about five years.
Race for sheriff draws long list of candidatesPost Tribune - Sun Nov 22
In the already massive pack running for Lake County sheriff, there are the big dogs and the underdogs.
Hammond man dead after police shootingPost Tribune - Fri Nov 20
A nine-year veteran of the Hammond Police Department shot and killed a man Thursday night after the suspect charged at the officer with a knife, according to reports.
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