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Crown Point Fire Rescue is continuing an investigation to determine the cause of a house fire on the City’s south side.  At 4:40 p.m. Monday, Sept. 4, Turn 3 of Crown Point Fire Rescue responded to the 600 block of Alice Street for a...

The City of Valparaiso is always hard at work creating a quality living space for its residents. Most recently, this has included a series of projects aimed at improving the environment throughout the area. From saving energy to educational programs...

Residents with RTS trash totes will finally be rid of them by the end of next month, according to Mayor Tom Dermody. On Saturday, Sept. 23, the City, along with third-party contractor LakeShore Recycling, will collect the totes from residents...

The City of Valparaiso has added two new all-way stop signs on Franklin Street, at the intersection with Chicago Street and Jefferson Street, announced Max Rehlander, Engineering Director. “Based on an analysis of traffic counts and pedestrian...

Mayor Murphy has released the following update on the status of the Valpo Sports & Recreation Campus project:  The concept for the sports and recreation campus has always been a project for the community and by the community. We collectively...

Today, Mayor Pete Land swore in the newest Crown Point police officer during the Board of Public Works and Safety Meeting.  Cameron Vaughan, badge No. 127, is a third-generation police officer, with both his parents and grandfather serving with...

The City of Valparaiso has sworn in a new class for the 2023-2024 Mayor’s Youth Council. “We’re excited to welcome our third group of students to the Mayor’s Youth Council. The Council is an opportunity for students to learn about city...

The City of Valparaiso has reached the mid-way point in its seasonal paving for streets and sidewalks, according to the City’s Engineering Department. “We’re pleased with the progress we’ve made, in arterial areas as well as in...

The Valparaiso Police Department is honored to announce the retirement of Sergeant Perry Stone, who has served the City of Valparaiso since January 16, 1986. Stone began his career with VPD as a “Special Officer” before being officially sworn-in...

The City of Crown Point is continuing its ongoing effort to expand parking in and around downtown.  Most recently, the City expanded parking near the Cal Ripken Little League fields on Joliet Street. Work began July 14 and largely wrapped July...