LCMC Health leads Louisiana in robotic-assisted MIDCAB procedures
Advanced approach offers select heart patients a less invasive option for coronary artery bypass surgery By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau COVINGTON – LCMC Health is currently the only health system...
View ArticleBudget spotlights critical vote
Public safety cut 60 percent By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Parish President Mike Cooper has unveiled his proposed 2027 budget and as expected, public safety agencies are looking at the...
View ArticleJabbia retires amidst furor in reporting cases
Lyon administrators charged by CPD, no longer working in district By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – A lifelong Slidell resident, teacher, coach and eventually the superintendent of St....
View ArticleWhere does A.G.’s talent end?
Who knew the talent that lies deep within our former Louisiana Senator A.G. Crowe. A.G. is a longtime public servant for St. Tammany Parish, one that started with time serving on the St. Tammany School...
View ArticlePublic safety cuts already leading to parish changes
It will be interesting to see at what point the public realizes parish officials are not crying wolf about the possible situation concerning public safety in St. Tammany Parish, should a Dec. 12...
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Two important public hearings in October
What and why you need to know? Your time and your money! There are two very important public hearings this month. The one involving mostly your (lost) time, is La DOTD sponsoring two open house...
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Obituaries – October 8
MICHAEL SALVADOR CINQUIGRANNO Michael Salvador Cinquigranno, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on September 29, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on August 23, 1950, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to...
View ArticleFishing Report – October 8
Welcome October Cooler weather has finally arrived on the Northshore, and anglers are enjoying the pleasant mornings that October usually brings. Right on cue, catches of sheepshead and flounder are...
View ArticleFishing Report – October 1
October Fishing Forecast The first real cool front of the season is knocking on the door which will bring the biggest change of the year for saltwater and freshwater anglers. Cooler nights will begin...
View ArticleObituaries – October 1
Audubon Funeral Home Obituary Listings (For information on services, contact Audubon at 985-645-0600 or online at: audubonfuneralhome.com) Joy Helen Schmitt Abraham, age 86, of Slidell, LA, passed away...
View ArticlePhil’s shrimp special proves bigger than expected
I published a story a month ago about the 35th anniversary coming up for Marliene and Rooney Salvaggio at Phil’s Marina Café. The business all began many years earlier in 1982 when Phil and Marliene...
View ArticleHow much should Congress control the AI explosion?
The controversy about the pros and cons of AI is rapidly heating up and it’s easy to see the arguments on both sides of the issue. On one hand, AI has exploded into our society and virtually everyone...
View ArticleLouisiana insurance rates finally show signs of easing
Temple says more work remains By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau MANDEVILLE – One of the biggest problems facing Louisiana residents for years has been sky-high auto and homeowner insurance rates. The...
View ArticlePost 16 makes 105 a special day for Robinson
Birthday for U.S. veteran held at World War II Museum By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau COVINGTON – Covington American Legion Post 16 can lay claim to one of the oldest Americans among their members...
View ArticleParish suicides back up
Coroner raising public awareness By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape is alerting the public to a sudden spike in suicides for 2026, following...
View ArticleFormer mayor still brings laughs
Caruso reminisced about 17 years in top City Hall job By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Former Slidell Mayor Sam Caruso can still draw a crowd. Considered one of the most colorful and...
View ArticleLess is more: How a councilman helped 154 homes become nine homes
Military Road, east of Slidell, developed into one of the more desirable communities in St. Tammany and not by accident. Developments were initially one acre lots with homes built within forests, not...
View ArticleFishing Report – September 24
NHBA Fishing Tournament returns to Rigolets Marina Fall fishing is cranking up across the Northshore, and one of the area’s favorite fishing events is preparing to return to the Rigolets. The...
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Obituaries – September 24
JACKIE GUILLOT Jackie Guillot, age 92, of Slidell, LA, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 26, 1934. Jackie will be remembered for her...
View ArticleNew owners of Saia’s keep success rolling
Mandeville grocery store beats odds with great customer service and more By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau MANDEVILLE – Larry and Lindsay Antoine have a proven history of business success through...
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