Tag: Fort Wayne Indiana
FWPD: Homicide Investigation, 3500 block South Lafayette Street
On October 22, 2025, at 1738 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a report of a person shot in the 3500 block of South Lafayette Street.
Repairs to temporarily close Lawton Skate Park
In order to make repairs to the surrounding fence and foundation, the Lawton Skate Park will be closed temporarily beginning October 23, 2025.
Banfield Foundation invests in Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control has received a Community Care Grant investment from Banfield Foundation in support of their lifesaving work in the community of Fort Wayne, Indiana.
City of Fort Wayne launches TRECtheFort.com
The City of Fort Wayne Public Works Division is launching new website, designed to improve communication with the traveling public regarding road restrictions and closures in Fort Wayne and surrounding areas.
FWFD: Water Rescue, Sawmill Woods Boulevard
On October 22, 2025, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a car in a pond in the Wyndmere Addition area across from Sawmill Woods Boulevard, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Structure Fire, 2700 East Maple Grove Avenue
On October 22, 2025, at 0807 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a vacant school fire at 2700 East Maple Grove Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Leaf Collection start date – 11/3/2025
Beginning November 3, 2025, the Fort Wayne Street Department will collect leaves in the City’s more than 400 neighborhoods.
Matt Smith, PhD, named CEO of St. Joseph Community Health Foundation
The Board of Directors and the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ announce the appointment of Matt Smith, PhD, as the next CEO of the St. Joseph Community Health Foundation.
Traffic Alert: East Pettit Avenue lane restriction
Starting October 22, 2025, crews will be restoring a portion of East Petit Avenue damaged by a water main break.
Crackin’ Up for a Cause, Community Harvest Food Bank benefit – 10/24/2025
The second Crackin Up For A Cause will be October 24, 2025, at the Fort Wayne Comedy Club.







