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Happy 101 Years, Waynedale! – From The Publisher

February 25, 2022March 1, 2022 Alex Cornwell
Can you feel it? It’s the beginning of a new era in the Waynedale community! ... Read more
Featured Local News Spotlight Waynedale History 

The Founding Of Our Community

February 25, 2022March 1, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
In the early 1870s the railroad spur at the Lower Huntington Road intersection created a minor land boom. Pioneer landowners such as the Masons, Bradburys and Weavers, sold lots to people wanting to move to the suburbs out of the busy Fort Wayne ... Read more
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The Fort Wayne Aviation Company

February 25, 2022March 1, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
As you drive west from Waynedale to 5036 Lower Huntington Road, before you get to Smith Road, you come to what was once the Fort Wayne Aviation Company. The property is on the north side of the road and if you look north, you can see the south side ... Read more
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Grants Available For Black-Owned Businesses

February 11, 2022February 14, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
On February 1st in honor of the first day of Black History Month 2022, the Dyer Family Foundation announced a new program that will offer grants to support small for-profit Black-Owned businesses in greater Fort Wayne with annual revenues ... Read more
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Why Are Cookie Sales Important To The Scouts?

February 11, 2022February 14, 2022 Maria Sutherland
Girl Scouts was first formed about 110 years ago by Juliette Gordon Low who had a thirst to redefine what was possible for girls everywhere. She wanted to enable them to see with a sense of adventure and have an unstoppable belief for all the possibilities ... Read more
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Buddy Bench Inventor Receives State Award

February 11, 2022February 14, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
State Sen. Dennis Kruse (R-Auburn, right) and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch (left) awarded Fort Wayne resident, Sammie Vance, the Brilliant Firefly award for her development of the ‘Buddy Bench’ project, Tuesday, Jan. 25. The Brilliant Firefly ... Read more
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Local Retired Teacher Inspires Youth With Her New Book

January 28, 2022February 11, 2022 Michael Morrissey
A local author has self-published her first book, looking to boost the confidence and self-worth of local youth. ... Read more
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Fantasy Of Lights Overcomes Obstacles In 2021 Season

January 28, 2022February 2, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
Blue Jacket’s Fantasy of Lights had its final car come through for 2021 on New Year’s Eve, finishing the second most successful attendance year in the event’s 27-year history. Over 27,300 cars drove through the month-and-a-half long event, ... Read more
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“Betty White Challenge” Raises Over $80,000 for Humane FW

January 28, 2022February 2, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
On January 17, 2022, Humane Fort Wayne participated in the viral Betty White Challenge, which encouraged fans of the late actress and animal advocate to donate $5 to animal rescues and shelters in her name on what would have been her 100th birthday. ... Read more
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Public Meeting: Bluffton Road Bridge Project

January 28, 2022February 2, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
The City of Fort Wayne invites the public to attend a public meeting for an overview of the Bluffton Road Bridge Project. The project will include replacement of the bridge beams and deck, and added enhancements such as wider sidewalks with ... Read more
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Honoring Bob Stark, Neighbor & Community Advocate

January 14, 2022January 18, 2022 Michael Morrissey
One of Waynedale’s favorite citizens and a former owner of the Waynedale News has passed away. ... Read more
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WUMC Welcomes New Pastor

January 14, 2022January 18, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
The congregation of Waynedale United Methodist is proud to announce their new pastor. ... Read more
Spotlight Waynedale Political Commentaries 

Looking Back & Planning Ahead – Voice Of The Township

January 14, 2022January 18, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox
As the year 2022 gets underway we, like many of you, are thinking about fresh starts and how we can build on the successes of the past year. I find that to encourage new growth it helps to review your accomplishments. Over the past year here’s some ... Read more
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South Side H.S. Hosts Used Shoe Drive For Recycling Program

January 14, 2022January 18, 2022 Michael Morrissey
Some smelly, old gym shoes are the currency one South Side High School coach hopes can help her teams. ... Read more
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Varsity Lady Pioneers Win “Hoopfest”

January 14, 2022January 18, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff
Congratulations to the Varsity Lady Pioneers of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School! They clinched the 2021 Hoopfest Championship at the University of St. Francis. Sponsored by the Queen of Angels Athletic Board, the Lady Pioneers ... Read more
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New Coloring Book & Mural Tell History Of Little River Valley

December 17, 2021December 20, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
The Little River Wetlands Project (LRWP) and Hamlets West Homeowners Association have collaborated to create a coloring book and mural that describe the history of the Little River Valley. LRWP’s Wetland Educator, Aly Munger, created the ... Read more
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne Christmas Party

December 17, 2021December 20, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
Several hundred children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne enjoyed making cookies, eating pizza and receiving gifts at the annual Christmas party held at the Clyde Theatre recently. ... Read more
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Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Reconstruction Of Burns Blvd

December 17, 2021December 20, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
Director of Public Works, Shan Gunawardena, joined City Councilman Geoff Paddock and Fairfield Terrace neighborhood association residents, along with the City’s Public Works Division, for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion ... Read more
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Festival Of Trees Virtual Tour Assist Fundraising Efforts

December 17, 2021December 20, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
The Embassy Theatre concluded the 37th annual Festival of Trees on December 1, one of the region’s most anticipated holiday traditions and the organization’s largest fundraising event. ... Read more
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Holiday Wreaths Up For Bid To Support Sidewalks & Trails

December 3, 2021December 8, 2021 Alex Cornwell
Hung at the Waynedale Library with care, holiday wreaths now await for your viewing and bid to take home in support of the Waynedale Trails & Sidewalks Initiative. This long-standing annual fundraiser returns once again to feature many ... Read more
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See Santa As He Tours Waynedale Neighborhoods!

December 3, 2021December 8, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus, right down… Old Trail Road? Yes, it’s true! Santa is coming to visit Waynedale and the surrounding neighborhoods the weekend before Christmas. On Sunday, December 19, from 1-4pm Santa, Mrs. ... Read more
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Season’s Greetings! – From The Publisher

December 3, 2021December 8, 2021 Alex Cornwell
Filled with the spirit of the holidays, from the bottom of our hearts, we would like to thank everyone for reading, donating and supporting us to keep the historic Waynedale Newspaper going! It means so much to us that you value the legacy of the ... Read more
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Helping To Decorate Annual Christmas Tree

December 3, 2021December 8, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
Members of the Ambassadors Club of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne decorated their annual Christmas tree inside the club while volunteers distributed 300 Thanksgiving meals outside. The Ambassadors are sponsored by Ambassador ... Read more
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Virtual Health Career Exploration Day

December 3, 2021December 8, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff
Approximately 1,000 high school students at Fort Wayne Community Schools engaged with Parkview professionals and explored a wide variety of exciting career opportunities …without leaving their classrooms! Junior Achievement of Northern ... Read more
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Love Where You Live ~ Shop Local – Community Spotlight

November 19, 2021November 22, 2021 Camille Garrison
We hear the ominous warnings in the local and national news “Buy your turkey sooner rather than later” and “Shop for Christmas gifts” early. The apprehension of supply shortages is real and just one good reason to Shop Local. ... Read more
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