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November 24, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Local Vet Expands Services With New Boarding & Grooming Facility

Just in time for the holiday season, Aboite Animal Clinic has recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to pet boarding and grooming. This new addition is a testament to the clinic’s commitment to offering top-tier care for pets, . . . Read More

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November 10, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Teen Buddy Bench Inventor Awarded Founder’s “See The Girl”

The Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center is pleased to announce that Sammie Vance, a 9th grade student at Snider High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana is the recipient of the See the Girl 2023 Founder’s Award. . . Read More

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November 10, 2023 Michael Morrissey

Coffee Lands Big In Waynedale

A “new” coffee shop is opening its doors in the string of businesses along Lower Huntington Road, according to the shop’s owner. Landing Zone Coffee and Bake House opened its doors early last month, absorbing the space once occupied by Sunshine . . . Read More

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November 10, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Korean Monument Unveiling

The Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum will officially dedicate a new monument to honor all Korean Veterans on Saturday November 11th at 11am at 2122 O’Day Road, Fort Wayne. The new monument will display (12) seven-foot tall soldiers made . . . Read More

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November 10, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Celebrating The Opening Of The Pontiac Street Market

A major milestone occurred today in southeast Fort Wayne with the opening of the Pontiac Street Market. Mayor Tom Henry, the City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division, and Parkview Regional Medical Center and Affiliates led a ribbon cutting . . . Read More

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October 27, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Excellence In Nonprofit Leadership Awarded To Linda Jackson

Foellinger Foundation presented the 2023 David A. Bobilya Excellence in Nonprofit Leadership Award to Linda Jackson, Board Chair of Erin’s House for Grieving Children, at a ceremony held on September 27. . . Read More

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October 27, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Indiana AARP ‘Asks The Candidates’

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October 27, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Upcoming Veterans Day Activities

The annual Veterans Day Parade on Parnell Avenue, sponsored by the Allen County Council of Veterans Organizations, will be held Saturday, November 4 at 11:00 a.m., with a ceremony immediately following the parade. . . Read More

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October 27, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Reviving Memories & Traditions ~ Voice Of The Township

It’s been good to see the revival of the building that housed the former Roller Dome South at 4540 Bluffton Road. Several people here at the Wayne Township Trustee Office remember that as the site of our first holiday skating party held back in 2012. . . . Read More

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October 13, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

National Fossil Day Event Held At Quarry

Earth Science Week, an annual event occurring every October, promotes the understanding of geosciences and responsible stewardship of the Earth through celebratory events and opportunities across the country. To kick off this nationally recognized week, . . . Read More

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October 13, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Prairie Grove Chapel & Cemetery Receives Historic Preservation Award

Mary Penrose Wayne Daughters of the American Revolution Chapter will present the Historic Preservation Award to Prairie Grove Chapel and Cemetery Association on Wednesday, October 25th at 6312 Old Trail Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana. . . Read More

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October 13, 2023 Michael Morrissey

Roller Dome To Become Antique Mall & More

Another vintage Waynedale building will soon see new life breathed into its rusting exterior. The old Roller Dome skating rink is preparing for reincarnation as an antique mall, according to one local entrepreneur. . . Read More

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September 29, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

The Big Party Returns To Benefit Pets & Families In Need

The annual “Charlie’s Birthday Bash” will return this year to support the hundreds of pets and families in need, assisted by the Humane Fort Wayne Pet Food Pantry. The grand celebration is scheduled from 1-4 pm on October 7 at Rich’s Auto Center, . . . Read More

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September 29, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

New Veterans Memorial Bridge ~ Voice Of The Township

Over the last year the Wayne Township Trustee Office, located at 320 East Superior Street, has been in the center of some major construction downtown. Sometimes it seemed almost impossible to get to our location for clients and staff members alike. . . . Read More

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September 29, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Politicians Participate In Helping Hands Food Distribution

An Indiana Senator and Representative volunteered at the Saturday Helping Hands distribution at Community Harvest Food Bank. This program serves over 1,100 households weekly during a food distribution open to anyone in need. . . Read More

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September 29, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Lessons To Improve Neighborhood Engagement

The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Neighborhood Planning and Activation Workgroup hosted the first annual Inspire Neighborhood Conference at Electric Works. The conference featured keynote speaker Bree Jones, the founder and owner of Parity . . . Read More

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September 15, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

‘Parkview Pups’ Fosters Therapy Dog Program

A new program from Parkview Health allows co-workers to make the workday brighter and help improve the mental well-being of their peers – with a little help from their four-legged friends. . . Read More

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September 15, 2023 Alex Cornwell

Waynedale Corridor Receives Fall Upgrade

You may have noticed a little more vibrance in the Waynedale Community lately. In early September, volunteers from the Waynedale Events group installed four fall planters at some landmark locations around the community. . . Read More

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September 15, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

BraveHearts “Trail To Zero” Ride To End Suicide

The Trail to Zero ride to end suicide, a 20-mile horse ride aimed at helping end suicide among Veterans, is returning to Fort Wayne and Allen County on September 16. Started in 2017 by BraveHearts, the largest equine-assisted services program for Veterans . . . Read More

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September 15, 2023 Tabitha Ervin

FWCS Safer Schools Political Action Committee

As a parent of a Fort Wayne Community School student but also a leader in this community, I was invited to participate in the FWCS Safer Schools Political Action Committee. The school board voted to proceed, and this committee will lead the charge for . . . Read More

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September 1, 2023 Camille Garrison

Neighbors Volunteer At Community Harvest SeniorPak Program

A group of longtime Waynedale neighbors and friends gather regularly to work on various volunteer projects through the Volunteer Center. One recent project was decorating paper grocery sacks for Community Harvest Food Bank. . . Read More

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September 1, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

St. Therese Catholic Church Celebrates 75 Years

Since 1948, St. Therese Catholic Church has been an integral part of the vibrant Waynedale community. Its rich history, marked by resilience and devotion, serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of this parish. . . Read More

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September 1, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

For The Love Of Community ~ 91 Years In Print

On September 2nd, The Waynedale News will proudly celebrate an impressive 91 years in print! Since its modest beginnings in 1932, the newspaper has stood as a resilient community voice, advocate, and invaluable free resource for all to enjoy. . . Read More

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August 18, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Hundreds Of Local Kids Gifted Free School Backpacks

Recently, hundreds of people converged onto the lawn of Avalon Missionary Church to pick up a free backpack filled with school supplies. 273 backpacks were given away to be exact. The event was hosted by Iglesia Avalon and their sister church Avalon . . . Read More

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August 18, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

“Faces Of The Fort” Mural Dedicated Downtown

Mayor Tom Henry joined the Fort Wayne Public Art Commission, members of Gene B. Glick Company, and city officials for the dedication ceremony of a new Faces of the Fort mural. . . Read More