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DO THE HOLIDAYS FEEL DIFFERENT? – Letter From The Publisher

December 4, 2020December 15, 2020 Alex Cornwell

The holidays are here! But for many, the joy and feeling of the season isn’t quite in our hearts yet. There have been so many events this year that add to the anxiety and stress in our daily lives, it is hard to relax and truly celebrate the season. ... Read more

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21 COLD WEATHER SAFETY & POWER OUTAGE TIPS

December 4, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) is offering 21 tips to keep families safe and warm when the power goes out and freezing temperatures arrive. ... Read more

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CONTINUING THE LEGACY OF TURNSTONE’S RESIDENTIAL RAMPS

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Turnstone is proud to hand off its legacy ramp building service to local partner NeighborLink Fort Wayne. Since the inception of the original program in 1989, tens of hundreds of residents were assisted in adapting their homes to support ramp ... Read more

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HOLIDAY SAFETY FOR YOU & YOUR LETTER CARRIER

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

With the holiday season around the corner, it’s possible that safety isn’t the first thing that comes to mind for most of us. ... Read more

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VIRTUAL FESTIVAL OF GINGERBREAD TOUR

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

It’s finally here! The 35th annual Festival of Gingerbread officially opened on November 27 and runs through December 13. Come in and see the 98 beautiful and imaginative gingerbread creations, as well as our temporary holiday displays. ... Read more

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ‘CHRIST THE TEACHER’ AWARD WINNER

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School is pleased to announce this year’s Christ the Teacher Award to 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Jessica Patton. The Christ the Teacher Award (formerly known as Light of Learning Award) is an annual award given ... Read more

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VOLUNTEERS GIVE NEGLECTED CHILDREN VOICES

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Allen County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and the Honorable Magistrate Sheri Hartzler held a Virtual Swearing-In Ceremony on Friday, November 20th, 2020 adding 12 new advocates to their volunteer based program. ... Read more

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OOOOHHH CHRISTMAS TREE!

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 Vince LaBarbera

“O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, how lovely are thy branches…” ... Read more

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CITIZENS SQUARE CLOSED TO PUBLIC

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Due to the continued increase in COVID-19 cases and to help ensure the safety of the community, Mayor Tom Henry announced Citizens Square closed to the public beginning Monday, Nov. 23. Current plans call for the building to reopen on Tuesday, ... Read more

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POKAGON TOBOGGAN RUN OPENS

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Get ready to ride, Hoosiers — Pokagon State Park’s toboggan run opened Friday, Nov. 27. ... Read more

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PBS COLLABORATES TO FIGHT HUNGER THOUGH HOLIDAYS

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

PBS Fort Wayne, in a special collaboration with Premier Bank, has announced that for any donation made to PBS Fort Wayne by the end of the year, Premier Bank will make a donation to Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana equal to four ... Read more

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COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS TO CHRISTMAS – Around The Frame

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 Lois Levihn

We’re counting down the days to Christmas as we spiritually prepare for the birth of the Christ Child. ... Read more

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MIKE’S CARWASH RAISES $26,000 FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Over a three-day period, October 22-24, Mike’s Carwash raised more than $26,000 through its 11th annual “Get a Wash, Give a Future” fundraiser. ... Read more

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VIRTUAL HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR TO FILL THE LIVE CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT VOID

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Local musicians, dancers and artists are joining together to create the Virtual Holiday Spectacular (VHS), a holiday variety show to be streamed on Facebook at 8pm on December 20, 2020. Featuring soloist Addison Agen, Fort Wayne native and ... Read more

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HEADWATERS PARK ICE RINK OFFERS POSITIVE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The Headwaters Park Outdoor Ice Skating Rink will open at 11 AM Saturday November 21, 2020, for its 18th season. ... Read more

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CHRISTMAS MARKET ADDED TO THE FANTASY OF LIGHTS

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Blue Jacket continues to make enhancements to the annual family tradition, the Fantasy of Lights, but is announcing perhaps their largest addition; an open-air Christmas Market. ... Read more

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ONE-STOP POP-UP GIFT SHOP TO BENEFIT MAKE-A-WISH

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Shop ‘til you drop at the Northeast Indiana Make-A-Wish One-Stop Pop-Up Gift Shop and help bring joy back into a child’s life this holiday season! The pop-up will be open from noon on Friday, December 4th until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 6th ... Read more

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CHILDREN’S CHOIR HOLIDAY RECORDING PROJECT

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The Fort Wayne Children’s Choir (FWCC) is releasing a holiday recording, entitled Sing! Choirs of Angels. This recording will feature all seven of FWCC’s performing ensembles at First Wayne Street United Methodist. ... Read more

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STUDENTS GAIN VITAL EXPERIENCE AT GIGI’S PLAYHOUSE

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The new graduate program in speech-language pathology at Purdue University Fort Wayne is already paying dividends for students in its inaugural class and for individuals with Down syndrome at GiGi’s Playhouse. ... Read more

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FREE BATTERY RECYCLING CONTAINERS TO “STOP THE SPARK”

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Each year on November 15th, the Allen County Department of Environmental Management (ACDEM) celebrates America Recycles Day. While recycling is an activity that all residents can take part in 365 days a year, ACDEM is choosing to highlight ... Read more

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20TH COATS FOR KIDS KICKS OFF

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

November 7th marked the start of the 2020 COATS FOR KIDS Campaign sponsored by the Volunteer Center. Guest of Honor, Mayor Tom Henry, kicked off the campaign by distributing coats to the children at MLK Montessori School, 6001 South Anthony ... Read more

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THE LARGEST SHOPPING SEASON IS HERE, 7 IDEAS TO MAKE GIFT GIVING JOYOUS

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

With Christmas less than 40 days away, and retailers offering their “Black Friday Pricing” already, the stress of holiday gift giving has arrived. And while there seems to be endless good parenting advice around food or discipline, there ... Read more

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“ART GONE WILD” TO SUPPORT LOCAL ANIMAL SANCTUARY

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Trubble Brewing is kicking off the holiday season on Black Friday hosting an event “ Art Gone Wild” featuring artwork created by the exotic animals at ... Read more

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FREE GRAB & GO THANKSGIVING MEAL

November 20, 2020November 24, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The FWCS Career Academy Culinary Arts program will celebrate Thanksgiving by offering a free grab and go dinner from 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the Bill C. Anthis Center, 1200 S. Barr St. Dinner is open to anyone interested in attending. ... Read more

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LEARNING ABOUT VETERANS DAY – Voice Of The Township

November 6, 2020November 6, 2020 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

At our last Wayne Township Trustee Office Board Meeting we celebrated the installation of street signs naming Stevenson Way on our property at 320 East Superior Street. In a carefully orchestrated, socially distanced ceremony attended ... Read more