Peter Blanchard

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.

Mayor Joe Hogsett, who is a white man wearing a black suit, is seen walking across a street while looking to his right and holding papers in his left hand.

Government

Hogsett addresses sexual harassment allegations. Briefly.

by Peter Blanchard August 28, 2024August 29, 2024

Hogsett briefly addressed how he handled allegations against his former top aide, Thomas Cook, but more questions remain.

Government

Mayor Joe Hogsett could get pay raise under new proposal

by Peter Blanchard August 26, 2024March 6, 2025

But Hogsett is opposed to a salary increase for himself, according to a spokesperson.

Government

Council committee advances proposal to investigate Hogsett administration

by Peter Blanchard August 23, 2024August 23, 2024

A committee of the City-County Council advanced a proposal to investigate allegations of abuse by members of the Hogsett administration.

Indianapolis City-County Council President Vop Osili sits with a thoughtful expression. Another council member is in soft focus in the foreground with a similar expression.

Government

Council considers outside investigation into Mayor Hogsett’s admin

by Peter Blanchard August 23, 2024October 10, 2024

The Indianapolis City-County Council considers how to investigate the Hogsett administration’s handling of harassment allegations.

Government

Advocates urge Hogsett to save Indy’s at-risk urban forests

by Peter Blanchard August 14, 2024August 14, 2024

Forests for Indy is asking Mayor Joe Hogsett to put $6 million in the 2025 budget to acquire urban forests for conservation.

Government

Hogsett addresses allegations against former aide as Council moves to investigate

by Peter Blanchard August 12, 2024December 3, 2025

Hogsett apologized to Caroline Ellert and Lauren Roberts, and the Indianapolis City-County Council moved to investigate allegations of impropriety against Thomas Cook.