Christiaan Mamczak, D.O. will join Bryan Boyer, M.D. at Beacon Medical Group Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery. Dr. Mamczak received his medical degree and completed his Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey – School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, N.J. He completed his Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery at Washington University […]

After a fire damaged the linens and cleaning supplies of the Humane Society Calumet Area, JAK’S Warehouse and Pet Supplies Plus in Dyer took it upon themselves to organize a Fire Relief Drive. After a two week drive, local animal lovers came out in droves to show support with donations of towels, blankets, cleaning supplies,

Janis Regnier, Chief Volunteer Officer of the YMCA of Portage Township recently announced that the Board of Directors unanimously approved the search committees recommendation to appoint Christopher Aungst as the next CEO of the YMCA of Portage Township.  “The board and staff are pleased to welcome Chris to our Y family.  Chris expressed a deep

Porter Regional Hospital will present the following free community wellness programs in September: Get the Facts: Influenza & Pneumonia Influenza and pneumonia combined are the eighth leading cause of death among all Americans and the seventh leading cause of death among all Americans over the age of 65 according to the American Lung Association. To

Robert Bills Productions will present THE ODD COUPLE (female version), Neil Simon’s 1985 adaptation of his Tony Award-winning Broadway comedy, at Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave, previewing October 17, opening Friday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m. and running through Sunday, November 10. “Felix” and “Oscar” are now “Florence” and “Olive” in this riotously