Kids were excited to see Santa and Jingles the elf during Winona Lake’s Christmas event this year. KOSCIUSKO — As we head into the holiday weekend, Ink Free News is once again asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet and memorable photos related to the …read more.

Santa came to visit the North Webster Community Center earlier this month. Pictured on Santa’s lap, from left are Peyton Bartels and Chloe Bartels. Wyatt Bartels, 14 months old, sits on Chloe’s lap since he is unsure of Santa. KOSCIUSKO — As we head into the holiday weekend, Ink Free News is once again asking readers …read more.

Copelynn Pearson, Warsaw, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus earlier this month at the Warsaw Community Public Library. KOSCIUSKO — As we head into the holiday weekend, Ink Free News is once again asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet and memorable photos related to …read more.

Carol (left) and Pernell (right) enjoy a laugh with Santa last Saturday, Dec. 17. KOSCIUSKO — As we head into the holiday weekend, Ink Free News is once again asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet and memorable photos related to the Christmas holiday. Whether it …read more.

Oliver Conley appears a bit uncertain about sharing his Christmas wish list with Santa earlier this month. KOSCIUSKO — As we head into the holiday weekend, Ink Free News is once again asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet and memorable photos related to …read more.

LEESBURG — Over 1,000 lanterns were placed along the streets of Leesburg, leading everyone to the old Leesburg fire house for the annual Candelaria from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9. This year it was moved from the town hall to make it more handicap accessible.

NORTH WEBSTER — The snow and blustery winds couldn’t stop the holiday celebration kickoff at 9:30 a.m. with a sausage and pancake breakfast served by the Lakeland Kiwanis in the North Webster Community Center banquet hall.

SILVER LAKE —  Silver Lake residents enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus Tuesday, Dec. 5, when he stopped by the old fire station on Jefferson Street. Those who were unable to make it to the fire station were still able to see Santa as he made his rounds through town in a fire truck, accompanied …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation will again promote safe travels this holiday season by tracking the movements of Santa Claus through Indiana on social media. Kris Kringle will pass Indiana landmarks, visit with INDOT staff and share travel tips he picks up on his long trip around the state. Children who wish to …read more.

WARSAW — Come out and celebrate the first lighting of the Central Park Holiday Light Display at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2. “Light Up the Night” is a free event sponsored by Warsaw Parks & Recreation. Santa and Mrs. Claus will ride in the First Friday Twinkle Parade and will arrive at the park around …read more.

WARSAW —  The Leadership Secrets of Santa will be discussed at a free Lunch and Learn workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at Trine University’s Warsaw campus, 907 Wooster Road. Think Santa’s job is easy? Think again! Discover how Santa meets these never-ending challenges in this holiday-themed event and how you …read more.

[weaver_youtube Mq0k_KGDL_8 rel=0]   WARSAW — The response was fantastic. InkFreeNews received a wide variety of holiday photos from our readers, ranging from a baby’s first Christmas to experiences visiting Santa Claus. We even received photos of decorations, preparations for Christmas, furry kids ready for Christmas and many more. Every photo we received was special …read more.

There is still plenty of time for readers of Ink Free News to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. Readers can send photos up until 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 26. We are looking for those funny, sweet, and certainly memorable photos dealing with Christmas. These photos can include, photos with Santa, catching Santa …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation will promote safe travels this holiday season by tracking the movements of Santa Claus through Indiana on social media. Saint Nick is predicted to enter the state near Santa Claus, Indiana, at 4 p.m. Eastern on Dec. 24 and visit one of INDOT’s six regional districts per hour …read more.

Ink Free News is asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet, and certainly memorable photos dealing with Christmas. These photos can include, photos with Santa, catching Santa delivering presents, a child’s or adult’s expression opening Christmas gifts, making delicious Christmas cookies and treats, or …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Christmas Countdown from 6-8 p.m. Friday Dec. 11 at Center Lake Pavilion. Celebrate with crafts, hot cocoa, cookies, music and more. Santa will make a special appearance so make sure to bring a camera to snap a picture of the kids. After participating in …read more.

MIDDLESBROUGH, U.K. — Get ready to feel all the feels, because this heartwarming moment between a mall Santa and a little girl with a hearing impairment is basically the best thing to ever happen.

[weaver_youtube G_2yLR24AL0 rel=0] WINONA LAKE — Numerous area families visited Winona Lake yesterday, Saturday, Dec. 5, to celebrate the season with the Winona Lake Parks Department at the annual “Kringlefest” celebration. Taking a break from the seasonal duties of decorating Christmas trees, making shopping lists and wrapping gifts, parents and children alike were welcomed to …read more.

[weaver_youtube Ohio4LL_heQ rel=0] WARSAW — December’s First Friday is currently underway in Warsaw. Despite a temperature of 41 degrees, children, adults and pets alike are strolling the streets of Warsaw to enjoy some pre-Christmas holiday cheer. Guests began lining up for a chance to see Santa in the Optimist Club’s Santa House, currently parked at the …read more.

WARSAW — First Friday will take place this week on Friday, Dec. 4. The celebration will begin at 5 p.m. with events happening all evening long. Saint Nicholas will be flying into Warsaw Friday evening to celebrate December’s First Friday from 5-9 p.m. If you are unable to attend First Friday don’t worry. Santa will …read more.

ROCHESTER — TimberWolf Trading Post will host a “Letters to Santa” mailbox in its shop again this holiday season. “Christmas is all about hte children,” said owner William “Cliff” St. Martin. “The spirit of Christmas is alive and well at TimberWolf and this is just one of the ways we are giving back to our community this holiday …read more.

The North American Aerospace Defense Command is celebrating the 60th Anniversary of tracking Santa’s yuletide journey!  The NORAD Tracks Santa website, www.noradsanta.org, launching Dec. 1, features Santa’s North Pole Village, which includes a holiday countdown, games, activities, and more. The website is available in eight languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Chinese. …read more.

Ink Free News is asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos, current or past. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet, and certainly memorable photos dealing with Christmas. These photos can include, photos with Santa, catching Santa delivering presents, a child’s or adult’s expression opening Christmas gifts, making delicious Christmas cookies and treats, or …read more.

WARSAW — Families are invited to Breakfast With Santa from 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at Tourmaline, 208 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw.

NORTH WEBSTER — Santa Claus arrived in North Webster and brought the North Pole snow with him Saturday, Nov. 21. First he visited with area kids and they were able to take home a free photo of themselves with him. Each child received a gift from Santa also.

SYRACUSE — Hosted by Lakeland Youth Center, Syracuse Parks & Recreation and the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, Holiday Magic is returning once again Saturday, Nov. 21. Featuring favorites like sleigh rides and visits with Santa and his reindeer, Holiday Magic offers fun for the whole family.

NORTH WEBSTER — Celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season in Webster style with the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce Saturday, Nov. 21. From 3 to 5 p.m. is a fun and free event inside the North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St., called “A Visit with Santa.”

By DONNA BURROUGHS Superintendent, Triton School Corporation BOURBON — Nearly 70 Triton School Corporation kindergartners visited the Ancilla College campus Monday, Oct. 12, as part of the Promise Indiana program to promote 529 college savings plans. The visit included a look at the Ancilla College chapel, a chat with the athletics department, a meeting with nursing students, …read more.

Triton kindergarten students took a step towards making their future dreams come true with their visit to Ancilla College Monday, Oct. 12. This “Walk Into My future” is a part of the “Indiana Promise” program that encourages students to start saving early for their post high school training/learning needs.

[weaver_youtube KZlmZEU9QQY rel-0]   The response was fantastic. InkFreeNews received a wide variety of holiday photos from our readers, ranging from a baby’s first visit with Santa Claus to a week-old newborn at Riley’s Children’s Hospital. We even received photos of decorations, preparations for Christmas, furry kids ready for Christmas and many more. Every photo we …read more.

Ink Free News is asking readers to submit their favorite Christmas photos. We welcome readers’ submissions of funny, sweet, and certainly memorable photos dealing with Christmas.  These photos can include, photos with Santa, catching Santa delivering presents, a child’s or adult’s expression opening Christmas gifts, making delicious Christmas cookies and treats, or even your pets …read more.

[weaver_youtube EGdYSpRWn2Q rel=0] The town of Leesburg was alight Saturday evening with both the soft glow of luminaries and Christmas-time merriment. Men and women both young and old attended the annual Leesburg Candeleria. According to event organizer Christina Archer, this is the fifth consecutive year that Leesburg has featured the Candeleria after the event took an …read more.

Beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, the Pierceton Lions Club will be holding their annual Christmas event. The event will be located in Pierceton at the community building. Santa Claus will arrive escorted by the local fire department to visit with area children. Kids and their parents are invited to enjoy an evening that …read more.

By JESSICA FLORES Communication Specialist, Nappanee Public Library Nappanee Public Library events this week. Tuesday Tales Eudora Welty once said “Listening children know stories are there. When their elders sit and begin, children are just waiting and hoping for one to come out, like a mouse from its hole.” Listening children of all ages are …read more.

By MAGGIE KENWORTHY Feature Writer Syracuse Holiday Magic provided local families with a festive day full of activities. Saturday’s events began at the Lakeland Youth Center and later moved to Crosson Mill Park in Syracuse. The Lakeland Youth Center was a scene similar to Santa’s workshop as children were able to design and create their …read more.

Saturday night was a magical night in North Webster as Santa made an appearance to light the town’s Christmas tree and welcome in the holiday season.

Dubbed “A Visit With Santa” all area children are invited to attend a fun and free event from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday inside North Webster Community Center, 301 N. Main St. (SR 13). There will be crafts, activities and games as well as time and a free photo with Santa Claus. Pizza will …read more.

Good news was sounded Monday afternoon at the monthly meeting of the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce. The chamber has reached its halfway mark in its shoe drive due to the recent surge of support from the North Webster Church of God. Currently about 2,500 pairs of shoes have been collected out of approximately …read more.