West-Newton News

West Newton Elementary in Decatur Township announced the school's Top Classroom Readers for the fourth grading period.

“More than anything, we feel a large sense of pride having accomplished what we accomplished in the past three years”

Janitors in Indianapolis will see wage increases and more consistent work hours as part of a new contract ratified Saturday. via IndyStar.com

“His name was brought up (during the investigation of the March 22 incident) because he was a former employee and was recently fired”

A former employee of one of the nine neighboring businesses burglarized this week has been arrested. via IndyStar.com

From maximizing contributions to pre-tax retirement plans, to contributing to a 529 educational savings plan, to investing in tax-free municipal bonds, you can do a lot now to lessen your tax burden come next ... via IndyStar.com

“We absolutely respect his decision”

It's been 60 years since a presidential candidate made a stop in Hamilton County. via IndyStar.com

Prevail, Inc. of Hamilton County is a victim awareness and support program advocating for victims of crime. via The Indianapolis Star

See 13 different Indianapolis performing arts organizations at the annual Spotlight 2008: One Night, One Stage, One Reason April 21, 7:30 p.m. at Clowes Hall. via Nuvo Newsweekly

“The main concern was the tax rate of the community and the impact it would have on taxpayers”

Superintendent critical of state's decision to block funding plan for new school Clark-Pleasant Schools officials plan to meet next week to decide on their response to the state's rejection of the district's ... via IndyStar.com

Indiana House Speaker B. Patrick Bauer, D-South Bend, will speak at the annual Hendricks County Jefferson-Jackson Dinner on April 25 at Martha's Orchard. via IndyStar.com

“If we have problems, it'll be national news”

It's not only Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama who hope to succeed on May 6, the day Indiana primary voters head to the polls. via IndyStar.com

“The Indiana State Police interviewed the alleged victims, the accused officer, and other staff members”

An officer at the Indianapolis Juvenile Correctional Facility is under investigation after two female offenders alleged they had sexual contact with him over the weekend, facility officials said today. via IndyStar.com

Who could blame Executive Director Jeb Conrad if he slipped up on the name, given how many times it's changed in the past seven years? Wrought from a two-year study of the area's economic development apparatus, ... via IndyStar.com

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce that Central Park is the winner of the local ACI award for the Indiana Chapter American Concrete Institute . via IndyStar.com

“Jimmy has been an outstanding leader within the RE/MAX organization”

The oldest RE/MAX franchise in Indiana, RE/MAX Ability Plus, is now under the sole leadership of Jimmy Dulin. via Carmel Star

“This is exactly the reason we've always opposed them”

Restaurant group official fears effect on spending; for some, it's no deterrence Beginning Tuesday, the cost of eating out in certain Hamilton County communities will reach new levels. via IndyStar.com

“We believe that a close connection to the Indianapolis market is imperative to our overall motorsports marketing strategy”

Big Red, Inc., one of the nation's top 10 soft drink companies, will open a new marketing office in Indianapolis as part of its expanding marketing strategy for the Big Red brand and its subsidiary All Sport. via IndyStar.com

The Indiana Senior Games is welcomed back to Hamilton County June 12-15. Registration is now open for athletes interested in participating in the games by going to IndianaSeniorGames.com or calling ... via Carmel Star

“Noblesville Parks is so fortunate to have the Legacy Fund as a benefactor for our community and especially for this program. The Legacy Fund grant will allow us to provide an outstanding camp experience to campers with special needs”

The City of Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department has received two grants totaling $9500 from the Noblesville Community Fund and Legacy Fund, both a part of the Central Indiana Community Foundation . via The Noblesville Ledger

“We had an initial goal of 1,000 books, but reached that (objective) just after one week of explaining the book drive. What a blessing to share the gift of books with those in need. We have very giving students and families at Prairie Trace”

Prairie Trace Elementary students, parents and faculty and staff have donated more than 1,900 books as part of this month's Blue Ribbon Literacy Campaign, reports media specialist Denise Dragash. via Carmel Star

“I think it's a unique alternative for the residents of not only Indianapolis but also Central Indiana”

Broad Ripple folks talk about life in village The Broad Ripple community shared concerns about growth, change and their neighborhoods during the annual Broad Ripple Village Association Town Hall meeting. via IndyStar.com