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Jefferson Parish · Jefferson ParishOrleans and Jefferson Parish non-profit and community organizers gathered over the weekend to hold the second annual Real Men conference. The goal of the conference is to try and educate young men. The conference also aims to get people to become mentors for some of the area's youth. Many speakers at the conference spoke on social justice issues.See the Story
Second annual Real Men conference focuses on mentoring youth, social justice
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Metairie · MetairieMETAIRIE, La. (WGNO) — The luck of the Irish made its way to Metairie Road for the 10th annual LCMC Health St. Patrick's Day Classic Race. Even with scattered showers throughout the morning, race director Eric Stuart said there was no doubt in his mind people would show up to compete. "They know there is a race, they are not afraid of getting wet and they want to go. So, they are getting ready, staying dry, waiting to go. We're going to get wet,…See the Story
Louisiana runners compete in LCMC Health St. Patrick’s Day Classic
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Grand Isle · Grand IsleColby Calderone is accused of payroll fraud and theft, adding up to more than $45,000 in taxpayer money, according to arrest records. The documents allege Calderone, a logistics fire chief and a firefighter, was receiving compensation for work he did not perform. Calderone was scheduled to appear in court Monday, but didn't have to show up after his attorney was able to waive his presence.See the Story
Grand Isle firefighter terminated after payroll fraud accusations, arrest
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Kenner · KennerAl Capone is the department's newest K9 officer. He is specially trained in gun detection and evidence recovery. Capone comes to the department from Europe and is a Hungarian vizsla, which is part of the Pointer family. Vizslas are known for being fantastic hunting dogs and will actually point their nose at an object.See the Story
Kenner police introduce new K9 officer
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Jefferson Parish · Jefferson ParishPatricia Hoover, 63, was last seen on March 8th, near 909 Phosphor Avenue in Metairie where she lives. Hoover is 5ft 7, and weights 225 lbs. She has green eyes and gray hair. She left her residence and is believed to be walking.See the Story
Silver alert issued for Jefferson Parish woman
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Jefferson Parish · Jefferson ParishIn a letter to RTA board chair, Jefferson Parish president says they want a way out. Jefferson Parish leaders say they will not be cutting ties with RTA. RTA spokesman says AGENCY continues to move the agency forward. If RTA moves forward, the KENNER LOOP could be impacted.See the Story
Jefferson Parish leaders say riders will not be impacted if they cut ties with RTA
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Metairie · MetairieBissonet Drive bridge closure impacting neighbors and students in METAIRIE, New York. The bridge will be closed from 7:30 p.m. to 3:30 P.M. on March 7, 2024. If you travel by car, use the Daily Discussion to help locals understand today's featured news stories.See the Story
Bissonet Drive bridge closure impacting neighbors and students
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Gretna, Louisiana · GretnaJEFFERSON PARISH, La. (WGNO) — A New Orleans man, who was found guilty of fatally shooting a robbing a Gretna barber shop owner in 2021, was sentenced. Officials with the Office of District Attorney Paul Connick Jr. said a judge sentenced 38-year-old Raymond Lee to life in prison on Thursday, March 7.
Four victims turn gun on suspect in Bourbon Street armed robbery According to court documents, on Dec. 5, 2021, Jefferson Parish deputies …See the Story
New Orleans man sentenced in fatal shooting of Gretna barber shop owner
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