The agreement to save the Blue Line remains shrouded in secrecy.
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.
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Indy removes recycling drop-off site after illegal dumping
Residents are leaving trash and other items that can’t be recycled, costing the city time and effort.
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‘Work that’s unfinished’: Colleagues and community reflect on legacy of Sen. Jean Breaux
The late senator fought for women’s health, affordable utility bills and equal pay for women.
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Indy installed no-turn-on-red signs at downtown intersections. Are drivers obeying them?
Police have written 41 tickets at the intersections since the signs were installed.
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Why parts of Michigan and New York streets are being converted to two-way traffic
The effort stems back to conversations following an eastside plant closure in 2007.
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200 senior housing apartments could be coming to the far east side
The complex would contain affordable housing.
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Indy is getting more federal money to address homelessness
The Damien Center, which helps LGBTQ+ people, is one of the groups that will benefit.
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We followed a dozen bills this legislative session. Here’s what happened to them.
The Indiana General Assembly considered bills about the Blue Line, downtown, birth control, schools and the environment.
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Blue Line supporters (quietly) celebrate win brought by secret deal, but questions remain
While some celebrated, a city official privately told supporters to avoid gloating publicly or risk tanking the deal.
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The Blue Line is saved after lawmakers reach deal with city and IndyGo
The agreement preserves dedicated bus lanes in at least two parts of the city, a source said.
