Whiting Fire & Police Hold Public Safety Day

The Whiting Fire and Police Departments will be holding their annual Public Safety Day on Friday, June 17, 2011 from 10:00 am till 4:00 pm. This event will be held at the back of the Whiting Fire & Police Departments on White Oak Avenue. There will be tours of both stations, Tower Truck & Ambulanc   Read More

Whiting Hosts Tri-City Special Games

The Fifth Annual Tri-City Special Games will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2011. This year's event will be held at Whiting High School's Ray P. Gallivan Field located at 1500 Center Street, Whiting, IN. The eager participants will come from the cities of East Chicago, Hammond, Whiting and   Read More

National Drug “Take Back” Day

Whiting Police Department in conjunction with the US Department of Justice and the DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) will hold a "Take Back" day on Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Whiting Police Department, 1914 Schrage Avenue, Whiting, IN. DEA Officials will be collecting exp   Read More

BP Noise Issue Update – April 19

You can read the latest update from the refinery on the noise issue by clicking here. March 30 Update In recent months, many area residents have been negatively impacted by an unusual noise coming from the BP Whiting Refinery. BP offcials have assured the City that they are addressing this complica   Read More

Whiting Police Department Requests The Publics Assistance

There have been numerous garage break ins throughout the City. The Whiting Police Department is requesting assistance from the public. If you see anyone around your neighbors' home and/or garage that you do not recognize, PLEASE do not hesitate to call the Whiting Police Department at 219-659-2131   Read More

BP Noise Issue Update – March 30

In recent months, many area residents have been negatively impacted by an unusual noise coming from the BP Whiting Refinery. BP offcials have assured the City that they are addressing this complicated issue. You can read a note submitted to the City late last month by BP officials by clicking here   Read More

Local Law Enforcement Officers Recognized for Outstanding Service

The City of Whiting would like to recognize Sgt. Kevin Puhek and Sgt. Donald Greer on their awards for "Above and Beyond the Call of Duty" at the Outstanding Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Officers Banquet. Sgt. Puhek, with 20 years on service on the Whiting Police Department, was dispatched to a   Read More

American Legion Host St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Annual Raffle

The American Legion Whiting Post 80 will host a St. Patrick's Day Dinner & Annual Raffle on Thursday, March 10, 2011 from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Boulevard Club Rooms, 2003 Indianapolis Blvd., Whiting ,IN. They will be serving Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes, Carrots, Bread, Dessert & Coffee. The cost   Read More

Whiting High School Science Olympiad Wins Regional

On Saturday, February 12, 2011, the Whiting High School Varsity Science Olympiad team defeated 11 other team from 9 schools, including Munster, Valparaiso and Highland, to capture the Purdue Calumet Regional Science Olympiad Championship. The team scored 82 points and medaled in 22 out of 26 events   Read More

City Hiring Probationary Police Patrolman

The City of Whiting is beginning the process of hiring new Probationary Police Officers. At least 2 new officers will be hired in 2011. The hiring process will establish a "Hiring List" which will remain active for 2 years. The requirements for potential applicants are stringent and the applicati   Read More

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