Editorial
Bonnie brings first use of HESCO baskets
Forecasts for last week’s Tropical Storm Bonnie showed a storm surge threat for low-lying areas on the West Bank. Thankfully the storm wasn’t nearly as intense as projected. […]
St. Charles Parish Louisiana
Allen Lottinger
Long-term recovery efforts need escape from limbo
It would have been a much easier job to restore the coast of Louisiana many years ago not long after the leveeing of the Mississippi stopped the river from overflowing and leaving the sediment to build up the wetlands. Not so today. […]
Crime
Sheriff’s Reports 7-29-2010
Sheriff’s Reports 7-29-2010 […]
Crime
Des Allemands woman charged with rape of 12-year-old boy
A 38-year-old Des Allemands woman was arrested and charged with the aggravated rape and molestation of a 12-year-old boy, according to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office. […]
Crime
Vandals target Des Allemands flood control devices
Thirty-five yellow caution lights that were placed to alert motorists to HESCO baskets lining Bayou Des Allemands were removed and tossed into the bayou, according to parish officials. […]
Lifestyles
St. Gertrude about more than just catfish festival
What started out as a mission of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Hahnville is now one of the most well-known churches in the area and the host of one of the largest local festivals.
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Government
Increased popularity of spillway means big improvements on the way
After more than 350,000 people visited the Bonnet Carre Spillway last year, the Corps of Engineers is moving ahead with the design and construction of recreational improvements. […]
Crime
Police warn: Be wary of security company
The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is warning residents to be on the lookout for a security system company that has gone door-to-door in the Hahnville area selling security alarms. […]
Lifestyles
Baker-Tregre engagement
Carol Anne Baker and Gerald Paul Tregre are pleased to announce their engagement. […]