Churches encouraged to ring bells three times at 1 p.m. Wednesday

Strengthening a Sister City bond in the wake of the tragic plane crash Saturday that killed Polish President Lech Kaczynski and 96 other people, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry today expressed his sympathy to the people of Poland and...

City provides gloves, trash bags, T-shirts plus an after-party at Headwaters East

Groups interested in being part of the City of Fort Wayne’s annual spring cleanup May 15 still have time to sign up. Mayor Tom Henry invites volunteers to put the polish on their hometown by joining a team to pick up...

Lindenwood Nature Preserve, located at 600 Lindenwood Ave., will open for the season on Tuesday, April 13 at 9 am.

This 110-acre wooded park features 4 hiking trails of varying lengths (one is wheelchair and stroller accessible), a pond and an open-air pavilion. Hiking, wildlife viewing,...

The Botanical Conservatory will add a new attraction to their annual live butterfly display this year: fairies! This spring showcase opens Saturday, April 10 and runs through Sunday, June 27.

The butterflies are confined to the chrysalis hatching lab and the display tent, but fairies travel beyond the

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Program remains extremely popular with Fort Wayne residents

Less than two hours after opening the application process, the City of Fort Wayne has no more available appointments for the 2010 homeowner improvement program. The City had a large volume of calls when the program opened at 8 a.m. today, and...

Be prepared when your pet needs you to be! Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control will hold a Dog First Aid class on Sunday, May 2 from 12-4 p.m. at Animal Care & Control, 3020 Hillegas Road. The $55 class fee includes instruction by a registered veterinary technician, classroom materials, dog First Aid...

Internationally known Natural Step leader to present workshop on proven green-strategy advantages on the 40th anniversary of Earth Day

As part of his ongoing efforts to stimulate job growth and strengthen the local economy, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry invites business leaders from throughout...

Work of Fort Wayne’s Complete Count Committee applauded for ensuring a full tally of all people living in city

One day before the official April 1 Census Day, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry reminded all Fort Wayne residents to return their 10-question census forms if they haven’t already done so. As of...

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Al Moll was joined by representatives from City Council, the Lincoln Foundation, and media sponsors as he announced the 2010 Foellinger Theatre season. This summer’s events will feature more signature concerts, more nationally-known tribute bands, and more...

I would like to thank each member of the task force, and John Stafford, our moderator, for your hard work and commitment to finding a solution to our mutual space needs.  

As part of my original invitation, a simple charge was set forth: 1) To find a plan using the City-County Building and 200 East...

Meeting open to public, broadcast on City TV

The City’s Solid Waste Contract Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Monday March 29, 2010 in Council Chambers, Room 126 of the City-County Building.

The meeting is open to the public. City TV will also broadcast the meeting on Comcast Channel 58 and Verizon...

Interlocal agreement creates separate agency to handle emergency dispatch, radio services

More than 30 years after it was first proposed, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry today joined with the Allen County Commissioners and members of the Fort Wayne City Council to sign the interlocal agreement that...

For 35 years the Board of Trustees of the Fort Wayne Community Trust has met annually as stewards of this extraordinary community resource. Over these decades, we have come together on behalf of the people of Fort Wayne to review the state of the trust and to ensure its proper management.

This...

Nature’s Crossroads, a new seed company located in Bloomington, Indiana, is donating organic seeds to the Food for the Fort: Community Gardening Project. The donated seeds include: tomatoes, peppers, basil, peas, melons, squash and kale.

“We love supporting community gardening programs, especially...

Continuing his commitment to strengthen Fort Wayne’s neighborhoods, Mayor Tom Henry announced the availability of about $300,000 in funds to assist those who hope to become homeowners.

“For most families, owning their own home symbolizes the American Dream,” said Mayor Henry. “While the market...

A Few Changes Added in Prioritizing, Allocating CDBG Funds

Mayor Tom Henry today announced the availability of about $200,000 for improving the quality of life for low- to moderate-income families in the community. The annual, local Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), funded through the...

Thursday’s changes to improve traffic flow and air quality, reduce idling

Drivers on North Clinton Street should be aware of some traffic signal changes at the signalized intersections between Coliseum Boulevard and Medical Park Drive/Wakefield Avenue. The adjustments will start around 11 a.m...

City Utilities crews have completed repair work of the water main break on Taylor Street and the street has reopened. Earlier today Taylor was closed between Fairfield Avenue and Broadway Avenue because a 100-year-old cast iron pipe broke causing water to wash away dirt and a portion of the street...

Easter egg hunts aren’t just for children anymore! Dogs everywhere are invited to join the fun at the third annual Easter Bone Hunt sponsored by Happy Dogs Daycare to benefit the Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control pet adoptions program.

The event will be held at Franke Park on Saturday, April 3 from...

Will be four-way stop during dismissal time through end of school year

The new traffic signal at the intersection of Auburn and Wallen roads will go into operation at approximately 10 a.m. Thursday, March 18. It has been flashing all red since its installation earlier this month.

The signal will...