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The Waynedale News Staff March 17, 2023April 13, 2023

YWCA Hosts Film Screening Of ‘The Color Of Care’

YWCA Northeast Indiana will be hosting a free screening of The Color of Care on March 28th, 2023, as an event leading up to their 2nd Annual Race Against Racism 5K Walk/Run on April 29, 2023, and you are invited! . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff March 3, 2023April 13, 2023

Does Ohio Train Derailment Impact Our City Water?

According to The City of Fort Wayne, the chemical spill caused by a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, does not affect the water source or drinking water of City Utilities. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff March 3, 2023April 13, 2023

$169K Grant Expands Hepatitis C Services In Northeast Indiana

The Northeast Indiana Positive Resource Connection continues to grow and evolve since its 1985 inception, now incorporating a new Hepatitis C department and creating two new staff positions. Historically known as the AIDS Task Force in Fort Wayne, . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff February 17, 2023February 21, 2023

Art Therapy Offered For Ages 18-24

Grief can impact the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of anyone who has experienced a death-related loss. Unattended, it can further impact all aspects of being, including concentration, isolation, and difficulty carrying out daily activities. . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff February 17, 2023February 21, 2023

College Massage Clinic Reopens For Spring Semester

Healthy Essence, the student-run massage clinic at Ivy Tech Community College’s Fort Wayne campus, will open to the public this semester from Feb. 13 to May 6. Students from the Therapeutic Massage program will provide hour-long full-body relaxation . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff February 3, 2023February 21, 2023

Precautions & Visitor Restrictions With Rising Respiratory Virus Activity

Public health officials and the local hospital systems want to remind the community about the importance of adhering to visitation policies during heightened respiratory virus activity in Allen County. Cases of influenza, respiratory syncytial virus . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff February 3, 2023February 21, 2023

Seeking Talent For Turnstone Fundraiser

Turnstone is excited to host their second talent show fundraiser, Center Stage: Fort Wayne’s Premier Talent Show, in 2023 at the Clyde Theatre. Talent submissions for this event will open on January 2 and close on February 14. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff January 20, 2023January 26, 2023

Infant Massage Class For Parents & Caregivers

Turnstone’s award-winning Therapy team is now offering Infant Massage classes that teach parents and caregivers how to properly calm and nurture their babies through touch. Classes are specifically designed for parents, grandparents, and primary . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff December 16, 2022December 16, 2022

Winter Solstice Ride & Bonfire

The City of Fort Wayne Greenways and Trails, the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department and Fort Wayne Trails are partnering to present the Winter Solstice Walk/Ride and Bonfire on Wednesday, December 21 at 4:30 p.m. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff December 16, 2022December 16, 2022

Tips To Prevent Holiday Fires

Statistics show that the incidence of home fires and electrical accidents typically increases during the winter holiday season. To combat this, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual holiday safety campaign by . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff December 2, 2022December 16, 2022

Lindenwood Cemetery Rededicates AIDS Memorial

Lindenwood Cemetery will have a rededication ceremony for its AIDS Memorial on World AIDS Day, Thursday, Dec. 1, to help raise awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection, as well as mourn those who have died of the disease. . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff December 2, 2022December 16, 2022

Turnstone Seeking Volunteers For The Season Of Giving & Beyond

Turnstone Center is seeking volunteers to join them in creating possibilities. Throughout its nearly eight-decade history, Turnstone has relied on volunteers who support its mission by donating their time and talents. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff November 18, 2022December 16, 2022

Erin’s House Lights Of Love Memorial At Parkview Field

The holidays can be an especially difficult time after the death of a loved one. The Lights of Love Memorial provides the community a meaningful way to tribute their loved ones. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff November 18, 2022December 16, 2022

Test Your Smoke Alarms To Help Stay Safe From Home Fires

The American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms to help stay safe from home fires. “Home fires claim more lives in a typical year than all natural disasters combined, but working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff November 18, 2022December 16, 2022

Equipment Needed To Help Cancer Patients

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The Waynedale News Staff November 4, 2022December 16, 2022

Pinkwashing Leaves Some Consumers Seeing Red

Many people consider making donations or purchases supporting charities that address the prevention, education, screening, treatment, and/or research to find a cure for breast cancer or support those in the fight during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff November 4, 2022December 16, 2022

Free Prenatal & Infant Care Directories

The latest edition of the Prenatal & Infant Care Resource Directory is now available for free to the public and organizations that serve low-income and vulnerable residents. Free, printed copies of the directory are available for pick up by filling . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff October 21, 2022November 8, 2022

All Inclusive Event: Trunk Or Treat

Turnstone Center invites community members of all ages and abilities to the fifth annual Inclusive Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 27, at Turnstone in Parking Lot A. Treats will be passed out from 5-7 p.m. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff October 7, 2022October 18, 2022

Library Hosts Vaccine Clinics

The Allen County Public Library is hosting a series of Flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics in September and October. As the community approaches cold and flu season, both entities are dedicated to ensuring Allen County residents have access to vaccines . . . Read More

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Abbey Nickel October 7, 2022October 18, 2022

Identifying Language Disorders Earlier Can Set Children Up For Success

Arielle Borovsky, associate professor in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences in Purdue’s College of Health and Human Sciences, works with Emily Newman and her son, Caleb. Borovsky studies language development in children – with an emphasis on . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff September 23, 2022September 26, 2022

Czechowski Honored With Gold Standard Award

Center and the U.S. Association for Blind Athletes (USABA) are pleased to announce Jake Czechowski has been named the 2022 Ronald W. Plassman Gold Standard Award honoree. An employee of USABA and Fort Wayne resident, Czechowski currently serves as U.S. . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff September 23, 2022September 26, 2022

Annual Allen Co. Safety Fair

September is national safety and preparedness month, and this year’s Safety Fair is right around the corner. This free, family event will be held at the Public Safety Academy. This year’s event will have over 40 booths and displays including fire . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff September 9, 2022September 16, 2022

2nd Annual ‘Golf For The Warrior’

The Northeast Indiana Base Community Council will host the 2nd annual ‘Golf for the Warrior’ charity fundraiser 18 hole scramble golf tournament, Sept. 23, 2022, at Brookwood Golf Club, Fort Wayne. . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff September 9, 2022September 16, 2022

Fort Wayne Named In Top 5 Minor League Sports Cities

The City of Fort Wayne has once again been tabbed as one of America’s five best cities for minor league sports. The Summit City checked in at No. 4 on Livability’s recently released list of “The 5 Best Minor League Sports Cities in the Country.” . . . Read More

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The Waynedale News Staff September 9, 2022September 16, 2022

Family 5K To Raise Awareness For Infant Health

Healthier Moms and Babies will host their 6th annual Diaper Dash walk/run to raise awareness for their mission of preventing infant mortality and improving the outcome of pregnancy in Allen County. . . Read More