Hammond councilman drops recount bid; concedes Dem race
Hammond Councilman Robert "Bob" Markovich, D-At large, has withdrawn his petitions for a recount and contest after the May primary that saw him lose by four votes. It was determined...
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Want to walk in beauty? Check out this summer’s south suburban garden walks
Among the many reasons to enjoy garden walks across the south suburbs this summer are the opportunities to see various designs and native plantings, to experience artists or musicians performing...
Dem recount for Hammond Council seat begins
The recount is on. The recount for Hammond Councilman Robert "Bob" Markovich, D-At large, after he lost his reelection bid in the May primary by four votes began Friday morning...
Single Valparaiso dad reflects on special times on Father’s Day
Ted Zoumis, of Valparaiso, likes to celebrate Father's Day by recalling special times with his daughter Nikki, starting with his favorite — holding her for the first time some 21...
Development proposal scaled back in Crown Point
A developer has scaled back plans for a 228-unit town home community in Crown Point following concerns of city planners and neighbors. The project, known as Walkerton Park, is poised...
28-year veteran, two other police officers earn honors in Schererville
You don't have to save a life or pull someone out of a burning house or car to be police officer of the year. Sometimes it's about the importance of...
Planners send subdivision proposal to St. John Council to make decision
A request for a zoning change in what has become a controversial third phase of the Three Springs subdivision in St. John will head to the Town Council with a...
Crown Point WWII veteran recalls D-Day wounded soldiers in hospital camp
One of the first memories that come to his mind when Jim Forsythe looks back on D-Day is all the planes flying over the hospital camp where he was stationed...
Homewood Street Fair expands to 115 artists and even more on a waiting list
Dodi Wains has another name to call the Homewood Artisan Street Fair, which marks its 12th year this weekend. She calls it "The Smile Fest." As they did for last...
Changes made to plan for Merrillville apartment complex
The Merrillville Plan Commission is expected to take action June 18 on a proposed apartment complex near 93rd Avenue and Broadway that will be geared toward young medical professionals. About...