NIPSCO teams were kept busy this weekend. Approximately 700 customers around Ogden Island, Eli Lilly Road, Kanata Manayunk and Johnson’s Bay were without power from approximately 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 18, through 12:14 a.m. Sunday, July, 19, due to a primary underground fault that failed at the same time there were storms in the area.

A power outage in in Syracuse is affecting the downtown area along with 1,626 customers. NIPSCO is working on the problem and hopes to have power restored by 11 a.m.

By Liz Shepherd InkFreeNews *UPDATE: Power has been restored in southern Kosciusko County.* CLAYPOOL — More than 1,000 NIPSCO customers are currently without power in southern Kosciusko County. The NIPSCO website shows multiple outages in Kosciusko County, including the areas of Claypool and Burket. A phone call to NIPSCO’s customer service line states that Silver …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO is accepting applications for its environmental action grant to support local nonprofit organizations with environmental initiatives. In its fifth year, NIPSCO’s Environmental Action Grant aims to provide funding for restoration and education projects throughout northern Indiana. “As part of our commitment to strengthen and support partnerships with organizations passionate about improving the …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission has approved of a rate hike for NIPSCO beginning Jan. 1. The decision follows an extensive regulatory review and public input process, which began with NIPSCO’s original proposal in November 2018 and has resulted in a balanced outcome for customers. “New rates are anticipated to remain in line with …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO, a subsidiary of NiSource Inc., and EDP Renewables SA, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America LLC, have executed a Build and Transfer Agreement that will bring the 302 megawatt Indiana Crossroads Wind Farm to White County. The wind farm is anticipated to be constructed and operational in 2021. “It’s …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — A power outage has been reported in the North Webster area. According to the NIPSCO website, 1,213 customers in the area are currently affected by this outage.  A NIPSCO representative said they are aware of the situation but gave no estimated time for power restoration. The NIPSCO website shows that the cause …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — A downed tree took down a power line, resulting in the closure of US 30, starting west of Warsaw and going for at least 2 miles. Utility crews are working to address the problem. According to NIPSCO, US 30 is expected to be open in the next two hours. As of approximately 4 …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — If you’re just waking up, you may be unpleasantly surprised to find out you have no power. As of approximately 4 a.m., calls begin coming through to NIPSCO regarding widespread power outages. The NIPSCO site shows multiple outages in Kosciusko County, including the areas of Warsaw, Silver Lake, Claypool and Mentone, with a …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — While some customers, including those in downtown Warsaw, have seen their electrical power restored, an official for NIPSCO said late Thursday afternoon that power may not be restored to other parts of Kosciusko County until Friday evening, May 24. Kosciusko REMC also said they expect repairs to continue on Friday. “KREMC is advising …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Power outages throughout Kosciusko County are affecting local residents, including much of downtown Warsaw. The storm passed through Kosciusko County and surrounding areas shortly before 5 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Kosciusko County Sheriff Kyle Dukes said Milford, including Beer Road and Lapoint Drive, were hard hit by the storm. Mentone …read more.

SYRACUSE — Because state funding is either flat or declining for many school districts in Indiana, saving money becomes even more of a priority. State funding for the Wawasee Community School Corporation has seen little or no growth in recent years. With a tighter budget, administrators have looked for ways to control or cut costs. …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The annual Home and Outdoor Show, sponsored by NIPSCO, is being held this weekend, March 22 to 24, at the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. The event began Friday, starting at noon and ending at 7 p.m. The hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 23, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, …read more.

INDIANA — As the anticipated coldest arctic outbreak in two decades makes its way across Indiana, NIPSCO encourages customers to keep safety top of mind and know what to do if they experience an emergency.  NIPSCO crews across the region will be working to ensure safe, reliable natural gas and electric service, and the company is …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College is reaping the financial benefits of energy-saving projects completed on campus in 2017 and 2018. Kirby Dipert, field engineer at Lockheed Martin Energy, recently presented a check for $32,392.09 to Grace College from NIPSCO. Lockheed Martin Energy administers NIPSCO’s energy efficiency programs. According to Dipert, the check’s value represents the …read more.

INDIANA — Each year, NIPSCO and other energy providers in Indiana and across the nation provide a forecast for home heating bills during the upcoming five-month winter heating season from November through March. NIPSCO projects, assuming normal winter weather, natural gas residential customers can expect their overall bills during the winter heating season to be …read more.

INDIANA — Indiana’s lowest-cost natural gas provider, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC, received a decision from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to modify its natural gas rates effective Oct. 1. “Maintaining affordable energy costs for customers is essential,” said NIPSCO president Violet Sistovaris. “This balanced outcome allows us to continue to improve service and …read more.

  MERRILLVILLE — Crews have completed work in Kosciusko County on the 100-mile electric transmission line going from Reynolds to Burr Oak to Topeka. The transmission line is owned by Northern Indiana Public Service Co. The project began in 2012 and now connects substations in White, Marshall and LaGrange counties. The six-year project strengthened Indiana’s …read more.

INDIANA —  NIPSCO is announcing a new grant to support local nonprofit organizations that provide public safety education and training across northern Indiana. Grant opportunities will include community and youth public safety education programming and training for first responders. Areas could include, but are not limited to, police and fire department fire and carbon monoxide …read more.

INDIANA — The arrival of warmer weather in northern Indiana means the possibility of heavy rain and strong winds that can wreak havoc and create unsafe situations. As the upcoming summer season approaches, NIPSCO advises customers to take precautionary measures and prepare for severe weather to ensure their safety. Before the storm, customers can stay …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — NIPSCO is awarding 15 local nonprofit organizations with grants—totaling $50,000—to help fund restoration and education projects throughout northern Indiana. This year’s winners include: Boys & Girls Club of White County, community environmental education programming Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana, Spaceship Earth education programming City of LaPorte Park and Recreation Department, erosion control …read more.

MERRILLVILLE — Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) natural gas customers will see a lower rate increase than originally proposed in the company’s pending regulatory rate review, as a result of a collaborative agreement reached with the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC), industrial customers and the NIPSCO Gas Supplier Group. The proposed agreement …read more.

INDIANA — Bill payment assistance will still be available after the state’s moratorium on disconnecting electric and natural gas service during the winter for eligible customers ends March 15. Between Dec. 1 and March 15, natural gas utilities in Indiana do not disconnect service to Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program customers who are delinquent on …read more.

WARSAW — A local business recently received new equipment designed to save energy and received a hefty bonus check in the process. Zolman Farms and Tranzstar Transportation Warehouse and Tank Wash were approved for a custom project through Nipsco that installed a process boiler that will provide a savings of 47,424 therms annually, according to …read more.

WARSAW—As cold temperatures continue, NIPSCO is reminding customers to keep their electric and natural gas meters free of snow and ice. Although meters are designed to withstand winter weather conditions, heavy or hard-packed snow and ice, icicles falling from building eaves, or water dripping from a roof and freezing on the meter could create potential …read more.

INDIANA — As a result of the newly enacted federal tax reform, NIPSCO submitted a request with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to lower its previous request to modify natural gas base rates by $26 million. The reduction means natural gas residential customers would pay nearly $2 less per month following the commissions’ decision in the …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 12:40 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, 4200 block East CR 450N, Leesburg. Police were notified of an individual threatening a roommate with a knife. 10:42 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, 4300 block North Deer Run, Warsaw. Police were called for a family fight. 4:40 p.m. …read more.