Compost and recycling sites in Portage and Boone Grove will be open through Dec. 10, according to Porter Recycle and Waste Reduction.
PORTER COUNTY — Portage and Boone Grove will close their compost sites for the winter season, according to a news release sent Monday by Porter County Recycling and Waste Reduction.
The two locations will close Dec. 12, but Valparaiso’s compost site will remain open for recycling, yard waste and electronic drop-offs, according to the release.
Controlled Burn at the Indiana Dunes National Park
The Portage and Boone Grove sites will be closed Thursday through Sunday next week in observance of Thanksgiving. The Valparaiso Compost Site will only be closed the day of Thanksgiving and will re-open the following day.
Information on locations and recyclable items can be found at portercountyrecycling.org.
Compost and recycling site hours
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- 2150 W. Lincolnway, Valparaiso
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Saturday
- 6451 U.S. Highway 12, Portage
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Saturday through Dec. 10
Boone Grove Compost Site:
- 546 S 400 W, Valparaiso
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Saturday through Dec. 10
Gallery: The Times Photos of the Week
National Park Services Great Lake Fire Management Zone burn
A wildland firefighter lights leaves on fire during a controlled burn Nov. 7at the Indiana Dunes National Park.
National Park Services Great Lake Fire Management Zone burn
Wildland firefighters start a controlled burn Nov. 7 of 77 acres in and around the Dunewood Campgrounds at the Indiana Dunes National Park.
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21st Century coach Larry Upshaw talks with Ashton Williamson during boys basketball practice Nov. 7 at 21st Century.
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21st Century coach Larry Upshaw checks over basketballs as players drill at the start of boys basketball practice Nov. 7 at 21st Century.
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Coach Larry Upshaw watches as players run during practice Nov. 7 at 21st Century.
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21st Century’s DJ Moss shoots during drills during practice Nov. 7.
U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan awaits election results
U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, D-Highland, takes a selfie on election night with supporter Isabelle Plair of East Chicago at the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 Hall in Merrillville.
U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan awaits election results
U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan greets Indiana Rep. Earl Harris Jr. on election night at the International Union of Operating Engineers 150 Hall in Merrillville.
U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan awaits election results
U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, D-Highland, and his wife, Jane, greet his mother, Jean Mrvan, on election night at the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 Hall in Merrillville.
Democratic Party Rally
U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan (D-Highland) speaks at a Democratic rally Nov. 7 in Highland.
Democratic Party Rally
U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan (D-Highland) speaks at a Democratic election-eve rally Nov. 7 in Highland.
With Election Day over, let’s keep an eye on how the losing candidates respond to defeat
A sign greets voters outside the Valparaiso Public Library on Election Day.
Pathway to Adventure Boy Scout Council Distinguished Citizens Award
With his wife, Donna, at his side, Fred Halpern gives thanks Wednesday for the Pathway to Adventure Boy Scout Council Distinguished Citizens Award at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster.
Pathway to Adventure Boy Scout Council Distinguished Citizens Award
With his wife, Donna, at his side, Fred Halpern gives thanks Wednesday for the Pathway to Adventure Boy Scout Council Distinguished Citizens Award at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster.
Pathway to Adventure Boy Scout Council Distinguished Citizens Award
Donna and Fred Halpern, left, and friend Scott Allen chat before the festivities at the Pathway to Adventure Boy Scout Council Distinguished Citizens Award presentation Wednesday at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster.
St. Mary’s knows pasta’s power
Seventh-grader Gavin Ciposki waits as parent volunteers Megan Newtoff, left, and Kristin Olis prepare spaghetti at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary’s knows pasta’s power
Patrons line up for spaghetti at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary’s knows pasta’s power
First-grader Beckett Gardiner attacks a noodle at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary’s knows pasta’s power
Fourth-grader Jack Ahern tries out a spaghetti sandwich at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
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Indiana University Northwest ROTC members salute the U.S. flag during a flag-raising ceremony on campus Thursday as part of the university’s 2022 Vet Week celebrations.
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Indiana University Northwest ROTC members march away from a flagpole after raising the U.S. flag Wednesday during the university’s 2022 Vets Week celebrations.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Merrillville’s Roshaun McGee sacks Valparaiso’s Justin Clark at the Merrillville/Valparaiso Class 5A Football Regional Championship game Friday.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Valparaiso quarterback Justin Clark celebrates after Valparaiso’s win in Friday’s Class 5A regional.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Merrillville’s Johnathan Brown escapes a tackle against Valparaiso during the Class 5A regional Friday.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Valparaiso coach Bill Marshall talks to his team after Friday’s win over Merrillville in the Class 5A regional.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Valparaiso’s Travis Davis is tackled by Merrillville’s E.J. Shirells in Friday’s Class 5A regional.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Merrillville’s Johnathan Brown bobbles a punt but maintains control at the Merrillville/Valparaiso Class 5A Football Regional Championship game Friday.
Merrillville at Valparaiso in Class 5A regional
Valparaiso coach Bill Marshall hugs quarterback Justin Clark at the Merrillville/Valparaiso Class 5A Football Regional Championship game Friday.
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Merrillville coach Brad Seiss talks to his team after its loss to Valparaiso in Friday’s Class 5A regional.
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Andrean’s Drayk Bowen (34) runs for a touchdown on a handoff from quarterback Billy Henry (7) against Lafayette Central Catholic during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
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Andrean’s Patrick Clacks III (21) hauls in a pass for a first down against Lafayette Central Catholic’s Brinn Robbins (23) and Owen Munn (8) during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
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Andrean’s Ethan Kost (82) kicks after a touchdown against Lafayette Central Catholic during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
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Andrean’s Antonio Barnes (20) goes after the a loose ball with Lafayette Central Catholic’s Evan Dienhart (1) during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
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Andrean’s Patrick Clacks III (21) congratulates Drayk Bowen (34) after a touchdown against Lafayette Central Catholic during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
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Andrean’s Billy Henry (7) passes to Patrick Clacks III (21) for a touchdown against Lafayette Central Catholic during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
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Andrean’s Drayk Bowen (34) runs after an interception as Lafayette Central Catholic’s Robert Koch (19) closes in during the Class 2A regional Friday at Andrean.
St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti lunch/dinner
Music teacher Tony Rossi sings songs to eat spaghetti by at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti lunch/dinner
Kindergartner Ariella Adedoyin enjoys her lunch at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti lunch/dinner
Eighth-grader Hailey Baehler assists Class of 1961 patrons at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti lunch/dinner
Parent volunteer Megan Newtoff helps prepare the pasta at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.
St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti lunch/dinner
Eighth-grader Hailey Baehler assists Jane Haverstock of St. Myers, Fla., at the St. Mary Catholic Community School annual spaghetti supper Wednesday in Crown Point.