The comments come in response to investigations by IndyStar and Mirror Indy.
Author Archives: Peter Blanchard
Alma Mater: Ithaca College
Before arriving at Mirror Indy, I wrote about state politics and economic development for the Indianapolis Business Journal, where my work was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists and The Alliance of Area Business Publishers. Prior to moving to Indiana in 2021, I worked for newspapers, online publications and radio stations in upstate New York and my native state of Pennsylvania.
I joined the Mirror Indy team because I believe that local journalism is an essential public service that is vital to a functioning democracy. As local, for-profit newspapers continue to shutter or make cutbacks, non-profit newsrooms can help fill in gaps in coverage, ensuring that communities have access to information that shines a light on the truth and holds public officials accountable.
When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors, playing music and spending time with my wife and our cat at our home in Irvington.
My phone number is 317-605-4836 and my email address is peter.blanchard@mirrorindy.org.
Posted inGovernment
Indy Democrats call for modest ethics change after ‘Mr. Clean’ investigation
The proposal follows an IndyStar/Mirror Indy investigation into ethical issues in the Hogsett administration.
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Who are Hogsett’s top donors? Many do business with the city.
A first-time analysis shows many big contributors do business with the city.
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Hogsett vowed to fight insiders. His campaign advanced their interests behind closed doors
Here’s how Hogsett’s campaign machine infiltrated city government starting in the mayor’s very first term.
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Indy invited to weigh in on data center growth
An upcoming forum will focus on the rapid proliferation of data centers.
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Indy councilors advance vehicle tax increase to access state road funding
The measure goes to the full City-County Council for a final vote.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Here’s how Indy plans to regulate data centers
A draft proposal includes plans for water management, electrical capacity and noise mitigation.
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City agency under the microscope following internal audit
The Indianapolis Office of Public Health and Safety is the subject of ongoing scrutiny.
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Andrea Hunley wants to build a people-powered campaign
An enthusiastic crowd gathered for her launch party, but she’ll need to raise lots of money to keep up with the competition.
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Indy Democrats weather test to establishment
Some insiders wonder, though, whether the results foreshadow trouble down the road for incumbents.
