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Westfield police receive donation from Laird family

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:19:00 -0700

Hamilton County residents Mike and Debbie Laird presented the Westfield Police Department with a generous donation to fund a Community Day to be held in Westfield July 31. The Lairds are the parents of fallen Indianapolis Police Officer Jake Laird, who gave his life in the line of duty Aug. 18, 2004. In his honor, the Westfield Police Department will pay tribute to Jake and promote the spirit of community by providing an afternoon of food and fun for the residents of Westfield.

Westfield pursuing an opportunity with Google Fiber

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:17:00 -0700

The city of Westfield announced its intent to pursue a partnership with Google to bring fiber-to-the home connection to Westfield residents. Google plans to select a community to test its unique high-speed connection later this year. Communities nationwide will apply for this partnership and the selected community will be the pilot city and receive this unique high speed fiber access at no cost.

Westfield announces trash/recycling public survey results

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:16:00 -0700

The city of Westfield announced the results of its residential citywide public trash and recycling survey. The city o created the survey so that both Ray’s Trash Service and the city can gather necessary feedback to improve services to the residents. The citywide trash and recycling program was initiated Jan. 1.

Hamilton County Reads Begins March 1 - Special programs planned at the Westfield Washington Public

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:25:00 -0700

Once again, the Westfield Washington Public Library, in cooperation with the other county libraries, is participating in “Hamilton County Reads,” a countywide program, which begins March 1 and lasts until April 17, when everyone is asked to read the same book.

This year’s title is “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. The story begins in January of 1946, when writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. This is a remarkable tale of the island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and of a society as extraordinary as its name. Multiple copies of the book are available for check out at the library.

Westfield Receives Excellence in GIS Award

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:32:00 -0700

The City of Westfield has been awarded the Excellence in GIS Award from the Indiana Geographic Information Council (IGIC). The award was presented to the City of Westfield’s Eric Becker and Tammy Havard at the Indiana Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Conference yesterday in Bloomington, Indiana.

Westfield hires three new police officers

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:30:00 -0700

Westfield Police Chief Joel Rush announced the hiring of three new officers. The officers were officially sworn-in by Chief Rush earlier this year in a ceremony held at the Public Safety Building which was attended by co-workers, family, and friends.

Help wanted: Current Publishing seeks high school interns

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:57:00 -0700

Current Publishing is seeking a motivated high school student eager to learn more about working in community journalism through an internship. The company produces three weekly newspapers - Current in Carmel, Current in Westfield and Current in Noblesville - as well as a montly business publication, Carmel Business Leader, and can provide a wide range of valuable work experience. There are no specifications for age or previous experience, but a good attitude and reliable, independent transportation are required. Those interested should contact Assignments Editor Kevin Kane at kkane@currentincarmel.com.

First pair of Ben Vereen tickets awarded

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:22:00 -0700

Daniel Homan of Carmel has won the first pair of main floor tickets to "An Evening with Ben Vereen" being held at Carmel High School on March 7. Carmel Community Players and Current Publishing are giving away four pairs of main floor tickets with one winner being named each week. The winner of the VIP grand prize package will be selected March 2.
To register for one of these prizes or to learn more about the giveaway, visit http://carmelplayers.org/current-tickets-giveaway/ or simply click the ad on the right side of this page.

Westfield Police Received Donation for Fallen Heroes

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:07:56 -0700

On Feb. 4, the Westfield Lions Club presented the Westfield Police Department with a generous check for $5,000 for their locally sponsored “Hero’s Award” program. The check was presented to Westfield Police Chief Joel Rush.

Tom Wood dies at 77

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:06:34 -0700

Well-known auto dealer Tom Wood died Thursday morning, one day before his 78th birthday. Wood, the chief executive officer of Tom Wood Automotive Group, had been battling lung cancer for three years.
Wood is survived by his wife Julie and sons Christopher and Jeffrey. Christopher is a resident of Carmel and Jeffrey is expected to take his father's place as the company's next CEO.