On Wednesday, July 31, the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority (TRAA) will recognize the Allen County Public Library’s Safety & Security team for its efforts that resulted in saving the life of an Allen County Public Library (ACPL) patron.
On May . . .
Mayor Sharon Tucker, neighborhood leaders, residents of Waynedale, and City Utilities’ team members united in the Lakewood Park neighborhood for a ceremonial groundbreaking highlighting an upcoming water main upgrade.
An investment of nearly a million . . .
Fort Wayne native, Jordan Sprague, was one of nine 2024 Able Flight Scholarship recipients to receive their wings at a special ceremony on Tuesday, July 23, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The ceremony was part of the annual Experimental Aircraft Association . . .
Get ready for a vibrant and exciting event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of Hispanics and Latino Americans residing in Northeast Indiana! The much-awaited “Fiesta Fort Wayne 2024” is back, and it promises to be bigger and better . . .
The 2024 Shop Waynedale event recently concluded marking another successful year of celebrating and supporting the vibrant local businesses of Waynedale. Spanning from July 8 to July 20, this year’s event saw enthusiastic participation from residents . . .
On Sunday, May 30th, Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Waynedale, gathered for worship for the last time at its location, 1819 Reservation Drive. A large number of friends, and people with connections to the church, joined members in worshiping, thanking . . .
The class of 1974 has held reunions regularly starting with a five-year, followed by one every ten years. Their 40th reunion was held at Parkview Field, which is where the 50th will be conducted on September 14, 2024 from 6:30-10:30pm.
Wayne High School’s . . .
“We are beyond excited to open our next restaurant in Waynedale, it’s been a long time coming!” Jeremy McClain, Co-Owner of Salvatori’s Authentic Italian Eatery said in anticipation of their seventh location, and the area’s only Italian restaurant, . . .
Waynedale residents, Edwin Paul and Mary Lou (VanOsdale) Fox will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on July 25, 2024. They were married at just 19 years old at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 1959. Through thick and thin, they continued to be . . .
As we prepare for the upcoming 5th annual Shop Waynedale event, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the incredible community we call Waynedale. Running from July 8-20, this event is not just about great discounts and exciting shopping experiences, . . .
Fort Wayne Community Schools donated a school bus to the Fort Wayne Fire Department and the Fort Wayne Police Department. The bus will be used at Safety Village to educate students about how to evacuate a bus safely during a fire or accident.
Safety . . .
The Allen County Public Library’s Audio Reading Service (ARS) hosted its annual Volunteer Luncheon at the Mirro Center for Research. The annual luncheon celebrated the volunteers who read local newspapers and magazines as part of ARS’s services . . .
The anticipation is building as Waynedale gears up for the fifth annual “Shop Waynedale” event! Volunteers 4 Waynedale, an enthusiastic group of community members, has again organized an exciting Passport to The Community and Scavenger Hunt games, . . .
More than two years after a violent storm lashed Fox Island County Park, felling thousands of trees and blocking most of its hiking trails, the park is finally ready to greet visitors again.
Working for months to clean downed trees and clear trails, . . .
It is my delight to thank all of our neighbors in the Waynedale area who attended our Townhall on June 15. Mayor Sharon Tucker shared with us her vision to carry forward Mayor Tom Henry’s commitment to optimize the quality of life in Fort Wayne. . . .
While the Girl Scout Cookie season will not return to the area until January, local Girl Scouts continue to spread joy and show appreciation to those who make a difference in the community with these sweet treats. Through the “Care to Share” program, . . .
The United Way of Allen County is set to make 2024 a year to remember with the return of its beloved Kickoff Breakfast for the Day of Caring. This event, which has become a cornerstone of community service in the area, will commence at the Do it Best . . .
Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana held their annual Ribbon Walk on May 4, 2024. Total, the fundraising walk raised $113,823 to help local people with cancer. All donations stay local and support the mission of Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.
That . . .
Artist Julie Wall grew up skating at the Roller Dome South on Bluffton Road. And now, the local artist’s talents have brought her full circle.
The former Roller Dome South, now a collection of vintage sales booths known as The Rink, recently had the . . .
Online registration is now open for the 2024 “Push, Paddle, Pedal” challenge presented by Steel Dynamics, Inc. at p2p.onecause.com/ppp24. Community members of all . . .
Recently, a dedicated group of Parkview Health co-workers rolled up their sleeves for a special cleanup operation at Fort Wayne’s Veteran’s National Memorial Shrine and Museum (VNMSM), located at 2122 O’Day Road.
Members of Parkview’s Veterans . . .
4th District Councilman Dr. Scott Myers and the City of Fort Wayne invite you to share your vision for the Waynedale Community at an upcoming Town Hall.
The event will take place on Saturday, June 15, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Waynedale United Methodist . . .
Waynedale’s annual Memorial Day parade is ramping up to help celebrate the holiday and honor our nation’s service members, past and present.
The annual spring celebration is usually one of the area’s most popular and well-attended events, attracting . . .
Introducing: Storm and Cindy (females) and Tom and River (males).
Under the unapproving, watchful eye of peregrine falcon parents Jamie (father) and Moxie (mother), the four chicks were removed from the nest box atop Indiana Michigan Power Center on . . .
The Allen County Public Library welcomed media, donors, and families to celebrate the new Pontiac Branch StoryScape at a grand opening on Tuesday, April 30. Pontiac is the newest ACPL StoryScape location and builds on the success of similar spaces . . .
Joining the Waynedale Memorial Day Parade is a wonderful opportunity to experience and contribute to a community steeped in tradition and camaraderie. This annual event not only serves as a poignant tribute to the sacrifices of veterans but also brings . . .
Despite a bout of morning showers, a hardy group of about 20 geocachers met at the Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum on O’Day Road on April 28. They came from as far as Indy and Wyoming, MI to work on the Purple Heart Memorial as part . . .
On a sunny Saturday, the Waynedale community came alive during the Great American Cleanup. Enthusiastic volunteers were seen tidying up areas like Winchester Road, Bluffton Road, and nearby schools and parks. Their collective efforts not only beautified . . .
Even though it happened more than two years ago, the violent derecho storm that struck our area has had a lingering effect on Fox Island County Park.
“I just knew (after seeing the damage) it was going to be at least two years before we’d be . . .