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🌱 Patch AM: Why a longtime Gary police sergeant is now on unpaid leave
You won't want to miss Gary Truck Driving Recruiting Event at Schneider on the Gary Patch calendar
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In today's newsletter:
- Why a longtime Gary police sergeant is now on unpaid leave
- How could Gary’s airport and new rail stop reshape daily commutes?
Also on today's calendar: THE DISCO CIRCUS at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary, IN! and 1 more event.
Find out what's happening in Garyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Garyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Sunday: Bitterly cold, with a high of 14 and low of 6 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Monday: Not as cold, temps: high: 26, low: 17.
- Tuesday: Clouds and sun; not as cold, with a high of 38 and low of 34 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Gary Police Sgt. Arrested on Multiple Charges (lakeshorepublicmedia.org) — Gary residents should know that a 17-year veteran police sergeant has been placed on unpaid leave after being arrested in Portage on domestic violence and OWI charges. Gary’s police chief emphasized that the department takes the allegations seriously, is pursuing an internal investigation, and remains focused on accountability and public trust in serving the community. 
• Planes, trains, automobiles: RDA's strategic plan sets 20-year goals (chicagotribune.com) — Regional planners are doubling down on Gary/Chicago International Airport and proposing a new University Park commuter rail station in Gary as part of a 20-year transportation and development strategy. The plan ties airport growth, new train routes, and land cleanup to thousands of future jobs, less highway congestion, and stronger connections between Gary, Chicago, and the rest of Northwest Indiana.
📸 Around Gary
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Gary
★ Featured events ★
- Gary Truck Driving Recruiting Event at Schneider
Schneider National Gary, IN, 7372 17th Ave, Gary
5:00 pm
Tuesday December 16
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Other local events
- THE DISCO CIRCUS at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana in Gary, IN!
Hard Rock Cafe , 5400 W 29th Ave , Gary
9:00 pm - The Disco Circus at Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe , 5400 W 29th Ave , Gary
9:00 pm - The Disco Circus
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana , 5400 W 29th Ave , Gary
9:00 pm
Friday December 26
📣 Gary Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Stand Up For 219 Comedy Show
Montego Bay Grille , 322 Main St , Hobart
3:00 pm - Trans-Siberians Orchestra Tribute: Christmas Wizards
Art Theater , 230 Main St , Hobart
5:30 pm - Kids Holiday Crafterevening
Children's Program Room Hobart -
5:00 pm - Exploring World Foods: Cornmeal Cookies - Ages 16 & Over
Programming Room Hobart -
6:00 pm - Storytime: Ages 4-5
Lake Station-New Chicago Branch of the Lake County Public Library , 2007 Central Ave , Lake Station
10:30 am - Bright Lights, Big Christmas by Mary Kay Andrews
Hobart Zoom Room Hobart -
11:30 am - Tween & Teen: Checkmate Chess Club
Programming Room Hobart -
3:30 pm - Edison Music Department Winter Performance
Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch , 3304 Parkside Avenue , Lake Station
7:00 pm
Sunday December 14
Monday December 15
Tuesday December 16
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Humane Society of Northwest IN News - Look at These Especially Amazing Dogs!
We posted Pepper when she first came in all straggly, but here she is just back from the groomer, and does she look beautiful! A true midsized dog, 1… (Nextdoor Miller Beach) - Looking for someone to help deliver and install both electric and gas washer and dryers on a consistent basis.
This is the perfect position for someone to make cash daily. Must be able to lift and know how to install. Payment per house completed. (Nextdoor Whitcomb St)
- Goodwill of Michiana, Inc. posted a job opening for Material Handler - Gary - PT in Gary. Apply here.
- Specialty Building Products posted a job opening for Material Handler in Gary. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gary here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lake Station
- Lake Station Man Charged With Multiple Felonies After Domestic Violence Investigation (regionnewssource.org)
- MAAC Foundation Celebrates Graduation of 41 Volunteer Fire Academy Students (wimsradio.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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