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America 250 Louisiana Kicks Off Semiquincentennial Celebration in St. Bernard

News Staff

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Louisiana’s yearlong America 250 celebration kicked off in St. Bernard Parish in conjunction with the 211th anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans with commemorations at the Chalmette Battlefield, the De La Ronde Plantation ruins, and by the parish’s Liberty Bell in Chalmette.

Krewe of Lourdes Holds 75th Annual Carnival Ball

News Staff

Thursday, January 15, 2026

The Krewe of Lourdes held its 75th Annual Carnival Ball in the Frederick J. Sigur Auditorium and Grand Ballroom, Chalmette, La. The theme was, “Lourdes Diamond Jubilee, 75 Years of Memories'.

in the garden

Anna Timmerman

Thursday, January 15, 2026

LSU AC H AFreshening Up YourContainer Garden for SpringMany gardeners have a collection of container plants huddled on their patio, a balcony, porch, or entryway. Container grown plants do need regular care just like plants grown in the landscape or out in the garden.

Spicy Crab Cakes

News Staff

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Ingredients:• 6 tablespoons butter• 1 small onion, minced• ½ celery rib, minced• ½ cup finely crushed cracker crumbs• 2 eggs, beaten• 1 teaspoon dry mustard• 1 tablespoon lemon juice• 1 tablespoons fresh mayonnaise• Salt and freshly ground pepper• Tabasco• 1 ½ pounds lump crabmeat• 2 tablespoons...

From left: Maj. Angela Hu and Capt. Lacye Lulei, both of the Communications Division 9-1-1 Center and C.O.P.S. for Christmas board members; Associated Terminals Project Manager Jason Perez; Associated Terminals Operations Manager Brian Deslatte; Sheri James Pohlmann; Associated Terminals Operations Manager Forrest Russell; and Lauryn Armand, Special Operations Division administrative assistant and C.O.P.S. for Christmas board member.

SBSO Receives Bicycles for C.O.P.S. for Christmas Program

News Staff

Thursday, January 8, 2026

For more than two decades, Associated Terminals, the exclusive operator of the St. Bernard Port’s marine facilities, has helped make the holidays brighter for local children by donating bicycles to the St.

SBSO C.O.P.S. for Christmas Brings Holiday Cheer to Families in Need

News Staff

Thursday, January 8, 2026

For more than 16 years, the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office has helped make the holiday season brighter for families in need through its C.O.P.S. (Caring Officers Provide Smiles) for Christmas program, and each year the program has grown bigger and more exciting, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

BPW Presents 2025 Golden Circle Award

News Staff

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Deborah Fagan was the recent recipient of the esteemed Louise B. Gorbaty Golden Circle Award. The award was presented to Deborah at the December meeting of the Business and Professional Women's organization by past president Wanda Alcon.

Nunez Launches Environmental Services Technician Program with St. Bernard Schools, Regional Employers, and Local Donors

News Staff

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Nunez Community College has announced the launch of a new Environmental Services Technician workforce training program designed to prepare individuals with exceptionalities for careers in environmental health services, infection control, and sanitation.

WHO'S WHO & WHAT'S WHAT

News Staff

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Shop Small WeekThe St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the St. Bernard Chamber Shop Small Week, an annual celebration of the one-of-a-kind businesses that make our parish special.

Chilled Cabernet Cherry Soup

News Staff

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients:• 2 pounds ripe red cherries, pitted• 2 cups water• 1 3-inch stick cinnamon• 2 whole cloves• 2 drops almond extract• ¼ teaspoon salt• 2 cups California Cabernet Sauvignon, claret or other red dinner wine• 1 tablespoon California brandy• Sugar• 2 egg yolks Directions:...

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