‘Auctions in August is back, new items posted online
By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – It’s time again to get some of the greatest bargains imaginable and help dozens of regional charities at the same time. That may sound too good to be true,...
View ArticleQualifying surprises surface
Preston won’t run again By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – The first day of qualifying for elections on Oct. 14 brought several interesting surprises, although two days still remain to see if...
View ArticleAirey opts out of race for council
By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Parish Councilman and Library Board Member Jake Airey has decided he has done his public duty with service to the community. After over eight years that he...
View Article‘Antique Umbrella Alley’ will kick off White Linen Night
SLIDELL – The annual “White Linen and Lagniappe” night in Olde Towne each summer is already one of the most popular public art events in the city each year. But something special has been added for the...
View ArticlePublic forum set on books
More books get thumbs up by LaRocca’s panel By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – A much-awaited opportunity for the public to voice their opinion about the ongoing dispute involving sexually...
View ArticleBig changes seen on P.C.
Five incumbents decline to run, CCST efforts appeared to work By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Ever since the controversy began last summer about sexually explicit books available to...
View ArticlePacked lineup in Oct. 14 elections
By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – There might not have been any incredible shockers after last week’s qualifying for the October 14 primary election, but there certainly were some surprises....
View ArticleFishing Report – August 17
The Golden Triangle For kayak fisherman Max Patrucco of Slidell, the oppressive heat that has blanketed the Northshore from the high-pressure system camped out over South Louisiana has had its effect...
View ArticleQualifying list proves change can still happen
The final list of candidates qualified to run in the October 14 election will make this one of the most interesting parish election cycles in history. While there are competitive races in some of the...
View ArticleNewest spot to try: El Patron
I like to keep you up-to-date about some of the new restaurants in Slidell and I have recently found one that is worth your time to visit. El Patron is now open in the former site of the Saltgrass...
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Obituaries – August 17
KATHLEEN ‘KATHY’ FALER Kathleen “Kathy” Marie Kiniry Faler, a longtime resident of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on August 6, 2023 at the age of 77. She was a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,...
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Obituaries – August 24
MARIBETH CLEVELAND FOGG Maribeth Cleveland Fogg, age 82, was born in Stamps, Arkansas on June 12, 1941 and passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Slidell, Louisiana. She was a devoted...
View ArticleFishing Report – August 24
August Fishing Roundup In what is turning out to be one of the hottest summers in recent memory, anglers are struggling not only to find fish but to make it past 10 a.m. due to the brutal daytime...
View ArticleSevere fire threat need our attention
Big, breaking news! It’s hot outside. No joke. We all know the heat has been at record levels this summer, due largely to the fact we have had so little rain. That situation has also created a very...
View ArticleWould you call yourself a pack rat?
Got a laugh from Buddy Wilcox, owner of E. Gause Tire & Automotive, when he told me about digging through a bunch of old stuff at his house. Buddy said he stumbled upon his resume from the first...
View ArticleCromer goes on offensive
Parish president forum sees challenge critical of incumbent By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – When the matchup was set for the parish president election on Oct. 14 between Slidell Mayor Greg...
View ArticleParish Council to finally hear about books
Public forum Aug. 30 will be packed house By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau MANDEVILLE – While there is not expected to be any substantial action taken that will affect the growing intensity around...
View ArticleParish closer to obtaining $4.45 billion for flood control
Levee Board leading work at rapid speed By KEVIN CHIRI Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Is it possible for one woman to affect such positive change for a community that it could protect thousands of homes...
View ArticleYouthful PJP team faces 2023
Pigott still sees ‘talented’ group of Jaguars By CHRIS KINKAID Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Pope John Paul II comes into this season with a young team that features mostly freshmen and sophomores,...
View ArticlePanthers back from record season
High hopes for Northshore with veteran team in 2023 By CHRIS KINKAID Slidell news bureau SLIDELL – Northshore has a senior-laden team as the Panthers get ready for the 2023 season, hoping to continue...
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