COACTION EXPANDS ACCESS THROUGH DUNELAND FAMILY Y
CoAction, Northwest Indiana’s Community Action Agency, is expanding access to critical resources through a new presence at the Duneland Family YMCA Health Living Campus (Duneland YHLC), creating a convenient location where Duneland residents can connect with essential support services close to home. CoAction serves individuals and families from infancy through older adulthood who are experiencing financial hardship, working to create a Northwest Indiana where people can flourish regardless of income, ability, or age. Residents seeking services from CoAction can call 219-794-1829 to schedule an appointment.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT HOLDS SAFETY FAIR
The Lake County Health Department hosts a health and safety fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28, in the 4-H Building at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court St., Crown Point. The event includes health screenings, raffles, free food, safety demonstrations, an appearance by Rusty the Railcat and more. For more information, visit the health department page at lakecountyin.gov.
RECYCLING DISTRICT OFFERS GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County has funding available for Porter County nonprofit organizations, schools, libraries, civic organizations, clubs and businesses.
According to a release, proposals may include, but are not limited to: new or expanding recycling programs, environmental education programs, waste-related public outreach initiatives or recycled-content purchasing initiatives. The district’s Citizens Advisory Board will accept grants through July 1. Grants will be awarded in January. For more information, email [email protected] or call 219-465-3694.
VALPARAISO INTERNATIONAL CENTER SEEKS VENDORS
The Valparaiso International Center is seeking vendors to participate in the World Cultural Festival on Sunday, Sept. 20 in downtown Valparaiso. Vendors who sell products with an international theme, particularly fair-trade vendors, are welcome. For more information, go to valpovic.org/?page_id=4745.
LAKE COUNTY TREASURER ISSUES SCAM ALERT
Lake County Treasurer John Petalas is warning people not to fall for a phishing scam using a treasurer’s office phone number. The caller uses a cloned telephone number from the Lake County Treasurer’s Office so it appears legitimate. When answered, the caller attempts to scare people into thinking they owe money and demands payment, he said. Anyone who receives a call should not offer any personal or banking information. They should hang up and contact the treasurer’s office. The office is keeping a record of the fraudulent calls for law enforcement. Any taxpayer with a concern about their tax status should contact the office directly for assistance. Never send money or banking information to someone who calls seeking payment. Hang up and directly contact the treasurer’s office at 219-755-3760.
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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION IS SATURDAY
The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County holds its next Household Hazardous Waste Collection from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Chesterton High School, 2125 S. 11th Street, Chesterton. Participants are asked to enter at 11th Street. Residents can dispose of corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive substances. Common items include antifreeze, motor oil, batteries (household & automotive), fluorescent bulbs, deck stains, pool chemicals, pesticides, and household smoke detectors. For additional information on district events, contact the Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County at (219) 465-3694 or [email protected].
LIVING WITH LAKES SEMINAR IS JUNE 27 IN VALPARAISO
This year’s Living With Lakes Seminars start at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, at Rogers Lakewood Park in Valparaiso. This year’s seminars will feature a team of distinguished scientists and environmental activists advocating for conservation and biodiversity. Speakers so far include Bharath Ganesh Babu, a geographer and professor at Valparaiso University; Christina Davis, a lecturer at Valparaiso University; and Nicole Harmon, director of wildlife rehabilitation for Humane Indiana. For more information, visit the Valparaiso Chain of Lakes Watershed Group’s Facebook page.
MUNSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Munster Police Department is accepting applications for police officer candidates to establish an eligibility list for current vacancies. Candidates must be at 21 years old and no older than 40 years old at the time of appointment, and must be a high school graduate or possess a GED equivalent. Application packets may be obtained in person at the Munster Police Department, 1001 Ridge Road, Munster. The Application fee is $25 and the deadline is 4 p.m. Monday, July 6. The town of Munster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.