Winter Weather Update

The Winter Storm Warning continues in La Porte, Porter, and St. Joseph Counties, but Starke County and Marshall County are now under a Winter Weather Advisory until 7 a.m. ET Saturday, January 20. The Winter Weather Advisory in Pulaski County has been allowed to expire. In La Porte, Porter and St. Joseph Counties, heavy lake effect snow is anticipated with additional snow accumulations of 2 to 9 inches. Whiteout conditions with near zero visibility are expected at times. In Marshall and Starke Counties, lake effect snow is anticipated with additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Localized higher amounts are possible should the lake effect snow band linger in any one spot.

Hamlet Police Looking to Add New Reserve Officers

The Hamlet Police Department is seeking individuals interested in assisting the Department with Law Enforcement functions. Qualified candidates will fill a gap in the Hamlet Police Department Reserve Program 

which is an unpaid position. Some of the general requirements are, must be 21 years of age, have a clean driving record, High School Diploma or Equivalent, no Felony Convictions or Misdemeanor Battery Convictions. 

Applicants must also be able to pass a thorough criminal background check.

Applications are available Monday through Friday between 8am and 3pm at the Hamlet Town Hall or by emailing HamletReserves@gmail.com for an application