Hammond, Indiana Commits to Join AARP’s Network of Age Friendly States and Communities The City of Hammond has taken an important first step toward becoming a more age-friendly community by committing to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. This national program supports cities and states as they work to create environments that are safe, inclusive, and supportive …
40th Annual Disabilities Awards BreakfastThursday, March 26, 20268:00amDynasty Banquets4125 Calumet Ave., Hammond, IN 46327 The purpose is to recognize youth, adults, and organizations that reach out and make a difference regardless of a disability. The Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities will choose award winners. NominationsThe Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities would be greatly honored if you would nominate someone you think deserves …
The Hammond Public Works Sanitation division will not be working Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Monday through Friday’s garbage pick-ups will be one day late. Sanitation will be working on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
The Hammond Police Department is now hiring Crossing Guards. Earn $15/hour! Applications are available online or at the Hammond Police Department (509 Douglas Street). For more information call 219-852-6384.
Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., has announced that due to the extreme cold expected this week, the City of Hammond has identified several buildings as warming centers, including: Individuals may use these facilities during regular operating hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. if necessary to get out of the cold. In the case of a city wide power outage these …
Department: Police Department Job Title: Correctional Officer – Probationary (Full-Time) Date Requested: January 16, 2026 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $50,773.00 annually Principal Function: The Correctional Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of all city and federal inmates while they are in the jail, and/or until they either bond out or are transported out of the jail, and within the …
Department: Police Department Job Title: Correctional Officer – Probationary (Full-Time) Date Requested: January 16, 2026 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $50,773.00 annually Principal Function: The Correctional Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of all city and federal inmates while they are in the jail, and/or until they either bond out or are transported out of the jail, and within the …
Applications Open for 2026 Funding Through the City of Hammond’s Gaming Advisory Committee Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. announces that applications for 2026 funding through the City of Hammond’s Gaming Advisory Committee will open on December 15, 2025 and will remain available until February 20, 2026. This year, the City is moving toward a more technology-friendly and streamlined process. …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott and the city’s economic development team announced that the former site of Franciscan/St. Margaret Hospital is now owned by the city. “The deed was received from Franciscan last week and we promptly recorded it so that the city can move on to the next exciting chapter on this site,” said Mayor McDermott. The site, which occupies …
