City of La Porte

Back again at La Porte's Stone, Pine and Clear lakes July 26-28, LakeFest will feature watersports, music, art and food, all while showcasing the city’s parks and lakes. Schreiber said some changes and additions to this year’s lineup should...

The LakeFest planning committee today released the festival's schedule of events for its fourth annual season, according to Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber.  Back again at La Porte's Stone, Pine and Clear lakes July 26-28, LakeFest will...

Residents and business owners of 39 North can expect to see City service vehicles in and around the neighborhood very soon, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody.  The city’s annexation of the 39 North Conservancy District took effect on...

The City of La Porte's Office of Community Development is currently seeking proposals for its Public Services Program funded through the federal Community Development Block Grant program.  Proposed projects must be able to demonstrate a clear...

The City of La Porte Fire Department is currently accepting firefighter applications, according to Chief Andy Snyder. As the testing procedure occurs just once every two years, Snyder said the time is now for anyone who has been considering a career...

Mayor Tom Dermody today announced and swore in Richard Buell as the new Chief of Police for the City of La Porte Police Department. A La Porte County native, Buell’s policing career began at LPPD. He advanced quickly through the ranks, holding the...

All eyes were on the City of La Porte this week, as Code Enforcement Director Jeff Batchelor presented at the Accelerate Indiana Municipalities Conference in Indianapolis. The conference gathered nearly 700 newly elected municipal officials from...

With snow and sub-zero temperatures coming, Mayor Tom Dermody said the City of La Porte will be opening warming centers for those in need. “While we’ve been incredibly fortunate so far with mild temperatures, harsh winter weather is on its...

City of La Porte Police Chief Paul Brettin today announced his retirement, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody.  Brettin, who has served on the department for nearly 30 years, will step down as chief on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. He will remain...

Residents with a sweet tooth should purchase their tins next week for the 11th Annual Downtown Cookie Walk this December, according to City Events & Civic Director Brett Binversie. Collectors' tins for the 2023 Cookie Walk will go on sale...