The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne Trail Buddies program celebrated giving a record-breaking 261 rides to individuals with diverse abilities during the 2024 season. Established in 2017, Trail Buddies provides free bike rides for those with physical disabilities . . .
The sights, sounds, and sparkle of the holiday season are arriving in Waynedale, and at the heart of the festivities is the return of the beloved Annual Wreath Decorating Contest! Organized by ‘Volunteers 4 Waynedale,’ this cherished tradition . . .
The Allen County Board of Commissioners is pleased to recognize Barb Richards with the 2024 Linda & Jerry Vandeveer Impact Award for a lifetime of service and dedication to the Allen County community and beyond.
Mrs. Richards’ nomination was one . . .
Community Harvest Food Bank has concluded its 10th Annual “U Can Crush Hunger” Food Drive Campaign. The final weigh-in at all participating schools has been completed, revealing exciting results. As of Monday, November 11, an impressive total of . . .
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Allen County Public Library (ACPL) invites the community to a special storytelling event, “Stories of the Miami People,” featuring artist and storyteller Katrina Mitten on Saturday, November 9 at . . .
The Volmead Youth Leadership Program from South Africa in partnership with The Indiana Center for Middle East Peace led by Dr. Michael Spath is coming to the United States for a tour called Drumming for Unity & Healing. The group will be in Indiana, . . .
Lots of events going on in November from the end of Daylight-Saving Time on the 3rd, Election Day on the 5th, Veterans Day on the 11th and, of course, Thanksgiving Day on the 28th.
But there’s one special day I’ll be observing wholeheartedly and . . .
November 9, 2024, marks a significant day at the Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum located at 2122 O’Day Road. The Shrine will host two important events: the dedication ceremony for the new Jeanette Sterling Chapel and the re-dedication . . .
Brian Strahm, who established the Heartbeat of Hoagland Foundation and owns Barney’s Heating and Air, Inc., gave a “heartfelt” talk to the Heritage Lions on Tuesday, October 8. Brian was persistent in his search for answers to his medical challenges, . . .
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Women’s Fund has partnered with 45 local bars and restaurants in a campaign to raise awareness and support for those affected by domestic and sexual violence. Local establishments are caring No Matter . . .
General Motors is honored to announce their induction into the Indiana Manufacturers Hall of Fame.
Organizations are recognized annually by the Indiana Manufacturers Association for their contributions to the state’s economy, as well as their commitment . . .
Five Parkview nurses were recognized this summer by The DAISY Foundation for extraordinary nursing.
The DAISY Foundation was founded in memory of Patrick Barnes, a 33-year-old man who spent eight weeks in a hospital being treated for an autoimmune disorder. . . .
Held on Saturday, October 19th at the Promenade Park Pavilion located in beautiful downtown Fort Wayne, Howl-O-Walkoween features a pet costume contest, a costume parade through Promenade Park, raffle prizes, pet portraits by Wild Paws Photography, . . .
Bishop Luers High School has once again demonstrated the power of service, faith, and community by dedicating over 625 hours of volunteer work and generating an estimated value of $20,535 in support of various local organizations. Through this year’s . . .
The 230th Anniversary of the establishment of the city of Fort Wayne is on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, and a local group is planning a celebration for this momentous occasion.
The General “Mad” Anthony Wayne Organization, Inc. (“GMAWO”), a nonprofit . . .
The public is invited to celebrate National Bison Day on Saturday, November 2 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at LC Nature Park. Entry is free.
Celebrate the mighty bison, with a day full of adventure, food, and fun at LC Nature Park! Explore our scenic trails . . .
Prepare for an epic plunge into the hidden world of water treatment! WaterWorks FunFest will take over the Water Pollution Control Plant on Saturday, September 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Water Pollution Control Plant, 2601 Dwenger Avenue. This . . .
The Allen County Public Library is pleased to present a conversation with Leah Johnson on Monday, October 7 at the Main Library. The conversation with the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana Authors Award honoree is part of the Indiana Authors Awards . . .
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation applauds the commitment and accomplishments of the executive committee of the School Children’s Flower and Vegetable Association (SCFVA) and participating students in the City-Wide Blue-Ribbon Show, which took place . . .
The Fort Wayne Fire Department joined Mayor Sharon Tucker as she visited with residents in the Hickory Grove neighborhood. The FWFD attended the neighborhood walk in order to deliver and install free smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors. This kind . . .
The Allen County Bicentennial Executive Board is pleased to announce the 15 artists selected to paint murals on fiberglass sculptures for the ‘I’ Am Allen sculpture project.
To honor Allen County’s 200th anniversary, 15 sculptures will be placed . . .
Mayor Sharon Tucker joined by residents, nearby business owners, and representatives from the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works and Community Development divisions, celebrated the completion of the Liberty Mills Road Trail Project with a ribbon cutting . . .
Animals are now available for adoption at Humane Fort Wayne’s new location at 901 Leesburg Road. Humane Fort Wayne welcomes community members to come experience its new adoption location for the first time.
Humane Fort Wayne celebrated its grand opening . . .
The Mom of an Addict, Inc. is hosting the fifth annual Recovery Rocks at a new location – Headwaters Park East – Lincoln Pavilion, located at 333 S Clinton St, Fort Wayne, on Sunday, September 15 from 2 to 6 PM.
This event, which is free to . . .
The Waynedale News is celebrating 92 years of serving its community with heartfelt stories and local news. Publisher Alex Cornwell marks 15 years leading the paper, emphasizing the importance of community support. Dedicated to telling local stories, the paper thrives thanks to its readers' engagement and contributions.
The Little River Wetlands Project invites the community to the annual Monarch Festival on September 8th, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve in Fort Wayne. This free family-friendly event features live displays, educational presentations, butterfly tagging, and a plant giveaway, promoting monarch butterfly conservation and community engagement.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Waynedale Masonic Lodge, established in 1954. The Lodge has a rich history of community service and growth, culminating in the construction of its Temple in 1969. The Lodge continues to embody the values of Freemasonry and fosters community involvement, inviting all to celebrate this milestone.
The inaugural “Dog Days of Summer” event at Waynedale United Methodist Church was a delightful success, attracting around twenty participants. Held on Saturday, August 24th, at 2501 Church Street, the event brought together dog lovers and their . . .
Ryan Miller, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and a devoted father, has always had a deep connection to the natural world. As a master gardener and active member of the Three Rivers Fruit Growers Group, he spends much of his time nurturing . . .
Post Miami will take place at the Old Fort on Spy Run Avenue Saturday – Sunday, August 24-25, 2024. As you enter the grounds of the fort, you will step back into a French fort in the 1700s. The French completed the construction of Fort Miami . . .