News
Police say speed factor in 2 fatal crashes
Two fatal crashes, one in Paradis and another in Norco, are being blamed on high speeds, according to the Louisiana State Police.
Month: June 2012
Government
Plant loss in Cataouatche not cause for concern, biologist says
Boaters in Lake Cataouatche have noticed that submerged plants in the popular waterway seem to be disappearing, but a biologist with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says that residents shouldn’t be too concerned.
Football
All-Pro safety Reed bringing NFL players to Destrehan
Football players between the ages of 7 to 17 will get a chance to work out with several NFL players when Ed Reed comes to Destrehan to host his football camp next week.
Fishing / Hunting
What to do with gaspergou
During the next two months, fishermen in St. Charles Parish will no doubt catch gaspergou while fishing for bass, sac-a-lait or catfish.
Government
Health center will provide an array of new services to East Bank patients
A 28,000 square-foot facility in Norco that will provide healthcare, dentistry, adult day care and behavioral services will have its grand opening on Friday, June 22.
Government
From Senate president to D.A.
The St. Charles Parish District Attorney’s office is in a period of transition.
Crime
2 teens arrested in connection with St. Rose murder
Two teenagers have been arrested and charged with the murder of 19-year-old Jared Mealey, who was shot several times while sitting in his car in St. Rose on May 29.
Events & Announcements
Spillway trail run will take place on Saturday
Five hundred adrenaline junkies are preparing to go through a trail run gauntlet that will take them over log jumps and a wooden bridge this Saturday at the Bonnet Carre Spillway.
Crime
Police: Starved horse busts out of Boutte backyard
An emaciated horse that appears to have escaped from a Boutte residence with the help of vandals has been seized from owner Yolanda Breaux by the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office.