Government

City of La Porte Police Chief Paul Brettin today announced his retirement, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody.  Brettin, who has served on the department for nearly 30 years, will step down as chief on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. He will remain...

The City of Valparaiso will pause the South Shore Connect service, effective January 1, 2024. The  service currently provides bus transportation between Valparaiso's transit parking lot on Brown  Street and Valparaiso University to the Dune...

The Valparaiso Police would like to recognize the outstanding efforts of the 2023 Officer, Supervisor, and Investigator of the year. The awards, given annually, are voted on by the membership of the department, and awarded each December....

The Valparaiso Police department is proud to announce the hiring of two new Parking Enforce ment Team Members. Jessica Stacy and Madison Patrick have assumed the responsibilities as  of November 16, 2023, and have begun their...

The Julia Watkins Brass Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution  (DAR) and the City of Crown Point will honor fallen heroes this weekend by placing wreaths on  their graves at the Historic Maplewood and Maplewood Memorial...

On Thursday, November 30, the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) helped put on the City of La Porte’s annual State of the City event at the Civic Auditorium. The event drew business leaders and community members, gathering to hear...

The City of Valparaiso will extend its curbside leaf pick-up for an additional week until December 8, due  to the recent colder temps and inclement weather, announced Mayor Matt Murphy. The additional week  of pick-up will allow residents...

The City of Valparaiso has named Kevin Cornett as its Good Neighbor recipient for 2023, recognizing  his exemplary commitment to the community. “Kevin Cornett is committed to his neighbors and to the  Valparaiso community, giving his time...

Amanda Vandenoever knew she wanted to make a difference in the construction or conservation of cities, but she had no idea she would end up working with something so imperative to every aspect of Porter County. “I originally wanted to design...

Tom Gooding has been named to the Valparaiso Utilities Board, announced Valparaiso Mayor Matt  Murphy. “We’re very pleased to have Tom Gooding join this important board for the City. Tom’s expertise  in business and leadership,...