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40,000 POUNDS OF PET FOOD DONATED TO HELP FAMILIES IN NEED

April 23, 2021April 27, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Fort Wayne Pet Food Pantry is receiving 40,000 pounds of pet food thanks to a generous donation from Hill’s Pet Nutrition through its Disaster Relief Network made in coordination with the Humane Society of the United States and the Community ... Read more

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GOOD MORNING & HELLO SUNSHINE!

April 23, 2021April 27, 2021 Michael Morrissey

A new business has successfully stepped into the void left by the closing of a beloved Waynedale institution. ... Read more

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NATIONAL SOCIAL SECURITY MONTH – Voice Of The Township

April 23, 2021April 27, 2021 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

April is National Social Security Month, and we here at the Wayne Township Trustee Office would like to take this opportunity to give a shout out of appreciation to the Social Security Administration and, in particular, to our local Social ... Read more

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NON-PROFIT LANDSCAPERS EMPLOY & INSPIRE YOUNG ADULTS

April 23, 2021April 27, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Bridge of Grace Compassionate Ministries Center (BGCMC) has announced Spring Forward: A Day of Giving & Momentum will take place on April 23 as an online fundraiser. Funds raised will benefit the Bridge of Grace social enterprise, MVP ... Read more

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RESIDENTS SHOULD CONTINUE COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS

April 9, 2021April 14, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Last week, the Allen County health commissioner urged residents to continue practicing COVID-19 precautions while virus spread and vaccination efforts are ongoing. ... Read more

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LOCAL ATTORNEY FIGHTS FOR EMPLOYEE RIGHTS

April 9, 2021April 14, 2021 Michael Morrissey

Loren Allison likes to think his affection for labor law comes from his hard-working parents. ... Read more

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FALCONCAM CAPTURES 2021’S FIRST EGGS

April 9, 2021April 14, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

A sure sign spring has arrived in Fort Wayne, IN is evident on the roof of the city’s tallest building: the peregrine falcon nest is now filled with 4 eggs. The first egg was spotted on Indiana Michigan Power’s (I&M) FalconCam on Sunday, March ... Read more

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NEW GROWTH IN SOUTHWOOD PARK

April 9, 2021April 14, 2021 Michael Morrissey

When it comes to the state-led program to bring new trees to the Southwood Park neighborhood, Katie Zuber isn’t shy about letting you know her feelings. ... Read more

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NE INDIANA LOCAL FOOD NETWORK RECEIVES INDIANA GROWN AWARD

April 9, 2021April 14, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Northeast Indiana Local Food Network is among five local food councils and networks across Indiana to receive a development grant from Indiana Grown, a program of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture in partnership with the lieutenant ... Read more

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A TOP NOTCH RESTAURANT

March 26, 2021March 28, 2021 Michael Morrissey

A new eatery has taken the place of an old Waynedale institution. ... Read more

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GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATION PUTS DOWN ROOTS

March 26, 2021March 28, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Save Maumee Grassroots Organization began as a group of friends wanting to make the Maumee River and its watershed a healthier ecosystem. In 2005, the first project was launched with a community litter pick up. Fast forward to 2020. Save Maumee ... Read more

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MOVING INTO THE 21ST CENTURY – Voice Of The Township

March 26, 2021March 28, 2021 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

In celebration of spring the Trustee Office has opened a Facebook page to better interact with the citizens of Wayne Township. In the past we have relied on face-to-face, phone communications and our web site, but since the beginning of the ... Read more

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SUSTAINABILITY MADE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL AT ECO FEST FORT WAYNE

March 26, 2021March 28, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Eco Fest Fort Wayne is excited to be on the Headwaters Park event calendar again this year with its annual event from noon to 5:00 PM on Sunday, May 16th in the gated Rothschild Pavilion area at Headwaters Park West. This daylong event will help ... Read more

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CREATING FREEDOM AND OPPORTUNITY FOR WOMEN -Community Spotlight

March 12, 2021March 16, 2021 Camille Garrison

We have a hidden jewel in our Waynedale Community. Sari Bari is an ethical fashion business that employs women who have been exploited in the sex trade or who are vulnerable to human trafficking. Women are trained as artisans to create beautiful, ... Read more

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SIGNIFICANT NEED ON-TRACK TO DOUBLE FORT WAYNE PET FOOD PANTRY’S SERVICES IN 2021

March 12, 2021March 16, 2021 Alex Cornwell

In just the first two short months of 2021, the Fort Wayne Pet Food Pantry has helped provide food for 4,000 pets in homes of 964 families! This is a staggering statistic when you think about the 14,500+ pounds of dry food prepared by volunteers ... Read more

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HONOR FLIGHT PRESENTS AWARD TO THE WAYNEDALE NEWS

March 12, 2021March 16, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Camille Garrison, Board Member, on behalf of Honor Flight of Northeast Indiana presented an award in thanks and appreciation of service and support to Publisher of The Waynedale News, Alex Cornwell on March 7, 2021. ... Read more

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CHECKMATE, FORT WAYNE!

March 12, 2021March 16, 2021 Michael Morrissey

An area chess club recently got a little help from a local high-status player. ... Read more

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OVERCOMING THE PANDEMIC TO HELP FURRY & FEATHERED LOVED ONES

February 26, 2021February 28, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

During the pandemic and ensuing shutdowns, the staff at Aboite Animal Clinic (4142 Covington Rd., Fort Wayne) has gone above and beyond to care for their furry little patients. Many may not immediately realize that veterinarians, in good ... Read more

Featured Local News Spotlight Waynedale History

HOW OUR COMMUNITY CAME TO BE

February 26, 2021February 28, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

The farmland that once comprised the area of Waynedale, though fertile, was also highly alkaline. During the Pleistocene period a vast sea covered the region of northern Indiana. While it flourished, billions of sea creatures died and left ... Read more

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DO YOU RECALL WHAT IT WAS LIKE?

February 26, 2021February 28, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Did you know that over 2,500 members belong to a unique Facebook group that focuses on pictures, memories and discussions of Waynedale past? The “Waynedale Recollections” group appeals to not just historians; it is open to anyone who is interested ... Read more

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WE ARE WAYNEDALE, 100 YEARS LATER!

February 26, 2021February 28, 2021 Alex Cornwell

What does a hundred years mean? For our community, a hundred years ago, on February 15, a vision was sought by Abner Elzey. As he stood on the corner of Lower Huntington Road and Old Trail, and wished for a community in which anyone could build a ... Read more

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FORMER WAYNEDALE NEWSPAPER OWNER RELEASES NOVEL

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 Michael Morrissey

A local author, and former owner of the Waynedale News, is releasing his first book on the market. ... Read more

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SWIMMERS TAKE A FRIGID PLUNGE TO SUPPORT THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 Michael Morrissey

When it comes to charity, some people like to give of their time, while others prefer donating clothing or even cash. ... Read more

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LETTERS OF LOVE CAMPAIGN FOR AT-RISK MOMS

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Healthier Moms and Babies is currently running their Letters of Love campaign to raise awareness for their mission and spread encouragement, support and kindness to mothers in our community throughout the month of February. Healthier Moms ... Read more

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FREE INTERNET ACCESS PROVIDED FOR SE FORT WAYNE RESIDENTS

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

After a brief hiatus, Bridge of Grace Compassionate Ministries Center is re-opening their computer lab to provide free wi-fi and internet access for Southeast Fort Wayne residents. ... Read more

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