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.
News
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.
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.
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.
Crime
Sheriff’s Office canvasses parish to warn of auto burglaries
St. Charles Parish Sheriff Greg Champagne has dispatched employees to every home in the parish in order to get the word out about vehicle burglaries.
Crime
Father of murdered teen speaks out
A 16-year-old boy who is the prime suspect in the murder of 19-year-old Jared Mealey turned himself in to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office last night.
News
Church will give away $1,000 in gas on Sunday
King Jesus Ministries will be giving away free gas on Sunday, June 10 immediately following their 10:30 a.m. worship service at the Shell station next to the Herald-Guide office in Boutte.