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There are Pirates in Northwest Indiana.

There’s no need to be alarmed if you encounter a member of this crew. They’re friendly, and they don’t bury their treasure.

For nearly 50 years, the Pirates, Inc. philanthropic group has been on a mission to help children. It has contributed millions of dollars to local organizations that focus on the area’s youth, including TradeWinds Services, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana and the Down Syndrome Association of Northwest Indiana.

Read more about it over at NWI.com, powered by The Times.

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