Contact: Public Information Office, 427-1120

CITY CLOSED THURSDAY FOR VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY

Garbage, recycling pick-up unaffected,Free Golf for Veterans

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Fort Wayne offices, including City Utilities,

Mayor Attends Renaissance Pointe YMCA Open House/Grand Opening

Photos from Renaissance Pointe YMCA's Open House/Grand Opening November 5. Event highlights included tours of the facilities, ribbon cutting ceremony, speeches from YMCA staff and city leaders and a surprise basketball challenge. For

For Release:  Thursday, November 4, 2010

Contact:          Public Information Office, 427-2146

MAYOR ANNOUNCES RETURN OF POPULAR COMMERCIAL FAÇADE GRANT PROGRAM

Funding helps strengthen businesses, spruce up commercial corridors

 FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Underscoring his commitment to Fort Wayne’s economic growth,

For immediate release: November 4, 2010

Contact: Frank Suárez 427-6051

ONE CART RECYCLING ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Postcard Registration Coming Soon 

Fort Wayne, Ind. - Residents wanting to participate in the City of Fort Wayne’s One Cart Recycling program can register now by going online at

 For Immediate ReleaseNovember 2, 2010

MEDIA CONTACT: MEDIA CONTACT:
Liesl Marelli Amanda Straub
City of Fort Wayne National League of Cities
260-427-2146 202-626-3015

FORT WAYNE RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Fort Wayne has been chosen as one of 20 cities from across the

MEDIA CONTACT:                        MEDIA CONTACT:
Sarah Bodner                                Ozzie Mitson
Communications Director          Business/Legislative Liaison
Indiana Michigan Power             City of Fort Wayne
260-425-2133                               260-427-2673

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CITY OF FORT WAYNE, I&M HOST OPEN HOUSES FOR PUBLIC
ON CITY LIGHT LEASE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

FORT

Leaf Collection Ahead of Schedule

Crews Move North this Afternoon

 Fort Wayne, Ind.– Weather is always a factor in the amount of leaves that fall when the City starts its we start our collection process. While many

For Immediate Release
(Previously released) September 24, 2010
Information by Raquel R. Foster, Fort Wayne Public Information Officer, Fort Wayne Police Department

2010 Official Trick-or-Treat Hours

Fort Wayne Police Chief Rusty York has established the official hours for Trick-or-Treat for

For Immediate Release

Contact:        Liesl Marelli 427-2146

Date: October 26, 2010             

 MEDIA ADVISORY: SEVERE WEATHER ALERT

 Fort Wayne, Allen County, is currently under a severe thunderstorm watch until early afternoon. We expect sustained high winds for up to 30 hours.    

Be watchful for downed power lines

Nearly 100 small-business owners and budding entrepreneurs attended

Fort Wayne, Ind. - More than 90 small-business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs attended the showcase to learn about

For release: Monday, October 18, 2010

Contact:        Public Information, 427-1120

MAYOR HENRY/BUSINESS LAUNCH - Bright Green Business

Green City Business Moves to New Era

Fort Wayne, Ind.– Fort Wayne businesses are beginning a new chapter - a greener chapter - as the Green City Business Program moves in

For release: Thursday, October 14, 2010

Contact: Public Information, 427-6051

ARDMORE MOVES TRAFFIC, BOOSTS ECONOMY

Ardmore Avenue re-opens two weeks ahead of schedule

Fort Wayne, Ind. - Ardmore Avenue re-opened today as a four-lane road and designated truck route.

Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry

For release: Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Contact: Public Information, 427-1120

CITY TAKES POSSESSION OF McMILLEN PARK APARTMENTS

Community will help decide best use for site in southeast Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, Ind.– The City of Fort Wayne officially took possession of the former McMillen Park

For immediate release: Wednesday October 13, 2010

Contact: Frank Suárez 427-6051

ARDMORE AVENUE FINISHES EARLY,RIBBON CUTTING THURSDAY

WHAT:      Road opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newArdmore Avenue.

WHEN:      Thursday, October 14, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.  Road opens shortly after ribbon cutting.

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Mayor Henry and Chamber Offer Opportunity for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses to Learn How to Find Resources

Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry, Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce officials and local business representatives gathered today at Ottenweller Company to announce an upcoming opportunity for small

Halloween Pet Parade

*    WHO:  Four-footed, furry goblins are lining up to take part in the Halloween Pet Parade sponsored by Paws & Remember as a benefit for Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control. . .

*    WHAT: Pet owners are invited to come dressed in costume and to bring their costumed friendly pets by

Mayor Henry and FWCS Put Safety First for Students

Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry joined Fairfield Elementary School principal Jeff Cline and others to celebrate International Walk to School Day Wednesday morning. Communities throughout the country and globally use the event as an effort to focus on

Free Event Showcases Fort Wayne Trail Network

The popular community bike rides that took place this summer will offer one more unique opportunity to “Trek the Trails”.  The City of Fort Wayne in conjunction with the Greenway Consortium and the Fort Wayne Astronomical Society, are sponsoring a

Saturday, October 23, Doors Open at 8 pm; Movie at 9:15

Fort Wayne, Ind: Let’s do the time warp agaaaaain! As a part of the Downtown Improvement District’s Fright Night, the Conservatory will once again spin the tale of Brad and Janet on a rainy night sheltered by the bizarre Dr. Frank N. Furter.