Porter County’s 911 Dispatcher Sandra Gallegos faces challenges head on

Porter County’s 911 Dispatcher Sandra Gallegos faces challenges head on 911 Dispatcher Sandra Gallegos handles challenges every day. For over two decades, Gallegos has supported the people of Porter County as a key piece of the Porter County Government.   “I started in this field 27 years ago,” said Gallegos....

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Porter County Judge Christopher Buckley presides over Mental Health Restoration Court

Porter County Judge Christopher Buckley presides over Mental Health Restoration Court Porter County Judge Christopher Buckley believes in the power of second chances, and he shows this every day as the presiding judge for Porter County’s Mental Health Restoration Court.  As a part of one of several problem-solving courts in Porter...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, January 18-21

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, January 18-21 Despite the cold, all the fun in the Region is heating up! From concerts to comedians to ice skating spectaculars, nothing will keep Northwest Indiana from getting out and enjoying itself. Stay safe, stay warm, and make sure to have some fun! Take a...

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Secretary of State Diego Morales delivers federal grant to Porter County for election improvement efforts

Secretary of State Diego Morales delivers federal grant to Porter County for election improvement efforts Porter County received a federal grant that will be utilized for local election improvement efforts on Tuesday, January 2.  The grant was distributed by Secretary of State Diego Morales, who will be visiting county election officials in Porter,...

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Indiana Dunes Tourisms’ Lorelei Weimer creates first section of Indigenous Trail

Indiana Dunes Tourisms’ Lorelei Weimer creates first section of Indigenous Trail Originally home to more than a handful of Native American tribes, today much of Indiana’s indigenous history is lost to many. The Porter County Commissioners and the Indiana Dunes Tourism Office are working to change that.  On September 27th of...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, December 28 – December 31

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, December 28 – December 31 With 2023 coming to a close, there’s plenty to reflect on and celebrate in the Region! No matter where you are in Northwest Indiana, there’s a New Year’s Eve party just waiting for you to show your best dance moves. Even the little ones will...

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10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, December 21 – December 24

10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, December 21 – December 24 Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you from GNL! The Region is planning to spend these last few days of 2023 with celebrations galore, and this weekend is sure to put you in a cheerful mood. With seasonal songs, holiday displays, and some last...

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