News
Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all
To many it’s Merry Christmas. To others it’s Happy Holidays. […]
News
Columns
Cap and trade would be terrible for businesses
The words from the anonymous White House official were quite threatening and no doubt meant to be: “If you (Congress and opponents) don’t pass this (cap and trade) legislation, then the EPA is going to have to regulate in this area. […]
Allen Lottinger
Golf courses are a plus for St. Charles
With three active country clubs and a population of only some 50,000 in the past, St. Charles has had its share of golf courses. Ormond, Willowdale and Fashion have given residents and visitors many hours of pleasure in our outdoor wonderland of natural beauty. […]
Crime
Second man arrested in break-in that led to death
St. Charles Parish sheriff’s deputies have arrested a St. Rose man for taking part in an attempted burglary that led to another suspect being killed by the homeowner. […]
Government
Corps clearing land on Hwy. 90 for western levee
Many residents driving on Highway 90 near the Davis Pond Diversion think that the parish is already clearing land for a new boat launch. […]
Business
Bucket Brigade calls refineries unsafe, releases accident report
From 2005 to 2008, ten of the state’s largest refineries, two of which are in St. Charles Parish, reported over 2,000 accidents that resulted in the release of millions of pounds and gallons of pollutants near schools, waterways and neighborhoods, according to a report released by the Louisiana Bucket Brigade. […]
News
Drinkers get free ride during holidays
The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office and Jake’s Towing are making sure residents have no excuse to drink and drive this holiday season. […]
Lifestyles
Battered woman’s life saved
For several years, 22-year-old Cora Shaw was living in a continual nightmare. […]
Emergency Info
Underwater
A 24-hour barrage of rain forced the closure of schools, businesses and roads across the parish and also caused the flooding of at least 35 homes on the West Bank. […]