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Highlights of Tuesday's St. John Parish Council meeting
LAPLACE – St. John Parish Council members on Tuesday approved a resolution calling for a special election for renewal of a 1-mill tax that pays for the housing of juvenile offenders.
Hale Boggs Bridge closed to traffic this weekend
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School Closures and updates from St. John and St. Charles Parishes
LAPLACE -- Parish Officials in St. John and St. Charles Parishes say they are monitoring the track of Tropical Storm Ida as it approaches the gulf coast near the Alabama-Florida border this afternoon.
Ruddock exit ramps closed due to high water
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development just announced the I-55 North and Southbound Ruddock exit ramps are closed due to high water and debris in the roadway caused by Tropical Storm Ida.
Hahnville clinches district crown over ESJ
Alfred Blue rushed for 150 of Hahnville’s 240 rushing yards and scored four touchdowns to lead the Tigers to a 42-21 District 6-5A victory over East St. John in Boutte on Friday night.
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For area principals, school leadership begins with vision
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From Edgard to Cooperstown
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Reserve man arrested for battery of girlfriend
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Tap water experts give analysis of filter system
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Counselors may joke, but abuse is no laughing matter
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WHO WE ARE: KEITH BROCK
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Bringing the farm to you
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Feds nab another local for Red Cross fraud
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LaPlace man dies of gunshot wound Monday
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First there was the bribery scandal involving former St. John Parish President Bill Hubbard. Then the many infractions by former Mandeville Mayor Eddie Price forced the resignation of that official. These scandals seem to pop up with more and more frequency these days, and unfortunately, such abuse of public office affects not only those committing the crime but also their constituency as a whole.
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Grants improve life for police
LAPLACE – The St. John and St. James Parish Sheriff’s Offices were among six law enforcement agencies across Southeast Louisiana receiving grant money from the U.S. Department of Justice, according to a release from Congressman Charlie Melancon.
Speaker inspires West Bank parents
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Playing’s the thing for council
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From farm to food
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WHO WE ARE: REGINA HICKMAN
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Suspended deputy resigns
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Former football star tells students about struggle
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Murder suspect in custody
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Alleged armed robber caught
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Worker dies from fall in St. James
ST. JAMES – Sheriff’s officials in St. James Parish said Thursday a Harvey man working a construction job at a storage tank died after a 40-foot fall from scaffolding inside.
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St. John Council to vote on 2010 budget
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Ida’s bark worse than her bite
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‘Food for Families’ accepting donations
With the holiday season on the horizon, the time has come to remember those in our community who are truly stretched to the limit this time of year.
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L’ Observateur’s ONLINE POLL
A number of factors have played into the rumored end of the LSU – Tulane football series. Once a great rivalry, games recently have been blowouts and interest in the series has definitely dwindled. Economic factors have also played a part in the decision, with Tulane being unwilling to share profits with LSU for those games held in the Superdome.
Reserve man attacked with hammer
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The River Region celebrates those who served in forces
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Second arrest made in Boutte burglary
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