Government

Residents looking to get rid of a few things before the cold winter months will be able to do so in the coming weeks, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody. Running Monday, Oct. 16 through Friday, Oct. 20, city residents will be able to discard of...

The Valparaiso Police Department has added five (5) additional police officers with the swearing-in of Brad  Carlson, Austin Janik, Josh Dixon, Josh Hart, and Tony Lopez yesterday. Mayor Matt Murphy performed the  ceremony within the...

With more than 32 years in law enforcement, Jeff Balon said he still gets up with a smile on his face in the morning and looks forward to going to work. He attributes his longevity on the job to both of his families - his family at home and his...

At the corner of Franklin St. and Indiana Ave. in downtown Valparaiso, the Porter County sheriff’s residence looms large. Holding important stories from the Region’s history, this residence is still an important historical landmark today in the...

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...

In April of 2023, La Porte Police Department visited American RENOLIT Corporation, LaPorte, Indiana, to conduct active shooter response training. To express its gratitude, American RENOLIT presented the La Porte Police Department with a check for...

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...

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...