The city of Hammond has been awarded a “2016 City Livability” award for its College Bound program by the U.S. Conference of Mayors at its annual conference in Indianapolis, marking the second time the program has snagged the prestigious honor.
Mayor McDermott reschedules Mayor’s Night Out from February
HAMMOND, IN. – Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. has rescheduled the February 24, 2016 Mayor’s Night Out in the 5th District that was canceled due to a snow storm.
Hammond Police Open Safety Village for Summer Months
Beginning June 8, 2016 and continuing every Wednesday and Friday through August 12, 2016, Hammond police officers will staff the Safety Village located behind the Hammond Civic Center at 5825 Sohl Avenue from 10am-2pm.
WJOB is now on FM too
By Joseph S. Pete Original article here. You can now listen to the "Voice on the Region" on FM and AM radio. Hammond-based WJOB started broadcasting on 104.7 FM in addition to 1230 AM as part of the Federal Communications Commission's AM revitalization plan, which involves giving AM broadcasters FM repeater stations. "Local AM radio provided a platform to exchange ...
Hammond Opens New Bike Trail
Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. cordially invites the public to a ribbing cutting of the newest addition to the Hammond system of bike trails – Hammond Grand Marquette Greenway Phase 2. The 1.9 mile pedestrian trail extends the existing Grand Marquette Greenway from 142nd Street and Calumet to 150th Street and Walnut Avenue. The ceremony will be held on …
PUBLIC NOTICE of the ANNUAL C.A.P.E.R
This is PUBLIC NOTICE that the Annual CAPER (Annual Performance Evaluation Report) for the Community Development Block Grant Program, HOME Rehabilitation Program and the Emergency Solutions Grants Program is available so that residents will have an opportunity to review and comment on it. In general, the CAPER describes how funds were actually spent and the extent to which these funds …
Hammond’s Citizen Advisory Commission Seeking Interested Applicants for Districting Commission
The Hammond Police and Citizen Advisory Commission (HPCAC) is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Districting Commission within the five Hammond police districts. The HPCAC’s, mission is to improve the relationship between the police department and the community. The commission works to strengthen and promote policing programs, enhance communication among the community and police, educate residents about making …
Aquatic Play Center at Wolf Lake Now Open
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Port Authority are proud to announce the official opening of the Aquatic Play Center at Wolf Lake. Bring your children, twelve and under, out for fun in the sun at the splash pad. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The one hour and 45 minute sessions begin at …
Get Ready for Summer Fun at Hammond’s Pools
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and Hammond Parks & Recreation invite all area residents to join us for summer fun at Hammond’s four outdoor pools. Pool passes are on sale now, and the pools will open, weather permitting, June 11 through September 3. Pool hours will be: Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 am until 7:00 pm and Sunday from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm. All of the pools are closed on Mondays for maintenance. Pick up your Season Passes for the whole family at the Hammond Civic Center, 5825 S. Sohl Ave. or at the Jean Shepherd Community Center, 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive, 219-554-0155.
Hammond Parks has Six Flags Great America Tickets!
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. invites all area residents to purchase your tickets for Six Flags Great America from Hammond Parks & Recreation at a steep discount!
The Six Flags Great America tickets are typically priced at $71 each if purchased at their main gate. Hammond Parks & Recreation is offering them for only $48 each. That is a savings of $23.00 per ticket!