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Covington
St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
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Man shot killed by coworker at Covington construction site
A man was shot and killed by a coworker at a construction site in the Covington Country Club area on Friday morning, the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office said. Authorities reported the fatal shooting, but no further…
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office investigating apparent shooting in Covington-area
A man died after being shot at a construction site on Bertel Street in the Covington area, the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies were called around 11:30 a.m. Friday, and the suspected shooter is in…
E. E. Lyon Elementary paraprofessional issued summons
A paraprofessional at E.E. Lyon Elementary in Covington was issued a summons for simple battery after an alleged incident involving a student with a disability. Gladys Holliday turned herself in on Monday and was…
Watch for Patchy Frost North of Lake Pontchartrain This Weekend
Patchy frost is possible north of Lake Pontchartrain on Saturday morning, with temperatures forecast to fall to 33–39 degrees across the Northshore. The coldest readings are expected in northern Tangipahoa and…
Covington teacher’s assistant accused of battery on special needs student
A teacher’s assistant at E.E. Lyon Elementary School in Covington, Louisiana, was arrested Monday and released on a summons after being charged with misdemeanor simple battery involving a special-needs student. Police…
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Northshore’s Pizza Man of Covington closes after 50 years
Pizza Man of Covington, a neighborhood restaurant that opened in 1976, is closing permanently after its owners decided to pursue new ventures. The family-run shop on North Collins Boulevard had been a gathering place…
Covington E.E. Lyon employee charged with simple battery
Covington police charged E.E. Lyon Elementary School employee Gladys Holliday with simple battery after an incident involving a student on Oct. 23. Police said the case proceeded after a forensic interview with the…
Final regular-season stat leaders in St. Tammany Parish
Regular-season football statistics and standings have been finalized for teams in St. Tammany Parish. The roundup lists the parish’s leading players and team records after the regular season, including overall and…
Reagan statue might move from trailhead to Justice Center
The Covington City Council unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday allowing the city to donate its 9-foot bronze Ronald Reagan statue to St. Tammany Parish. The proposed new location is the Justice Center and…
Four Hannan softball players announce their college destinations
Four Hannan High School softball players announced their college destinations at a signing ceremony on November 9. Shortstop Kodi Ricks will attend William Carey, catcher Riley Williams is headed to LSU Eunice, pitcher…
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Man accused of child exploitation in Covington
A man has been accused of child exploitation in Covington. The available report identifies the allegation but provides no further details about the suspect, the alleged conduct or any court action. The case concerns an…
In St. Tammany School Board races, 3 incumbents cruise, 1 is in a runoff and 3 newcomers win
Three incumbents won re-election to the St. Tammany Parish School Board, while incumbent C. Brandon Harrell will face Tammy Harwell Penton in a Dec. 12 runoff. Amanda Reed Martin won District 6 with 73%, Isabelle Moore…
Two hopefuls headed to runoff for partial Covington term
Alva Drionne Smith and Maisha Harrell-Bijou will face each other in a Dec. 12 runoff for Covington City Council District A. Smith led the three-candidate Nov. 3 special election with 187 votes, followed by Harrell-Bijou…
Man sentenced to 115 years for child sex crimes in St. Tammany Parish
A man was sentenced to 115 years in prison for child sex crimes in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana. The sentence follows his conviction in a case involving offenses against children. The punishment keeps him imprisoned…
Slidell man sentenced to 115 years for child sex abuse
David Allen Hammond Jr., 47, was sentenced Thursday to 115 years in Louisiana state prison after pleading guilty to multiple child sex abuse and child pornography charges. State District Judge Tara Farris Zeller imposed…
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Funding crisis threatens future of St. Tammany Parish's coroner's office
St. Tammany Parish’s coroner says the office could run out of money for death investigations, mental health services and its DNA lab if new funding is not secured. The office is currently relying on surplus revenue from…
St. Tammany Parish priest arrested, booked for alleged theft
A priest in St. Tammany Parish has been arrested and booked on charges of alleged theft. Local authorities confirmed the arrest, which has drawn attention within the community. The investigation into the allegations is…
A beautiful night to count blessings on the St. Joseph campus
St. Joseph Seminary College hosted its annual 'Deo Gratias Gala' on October 24 to celebrate 135 years of priestly formation. The 'Under the Stars' themed evening featured outdoor dining and dancing on the campus…
Broadband expansion in St. Tammany Parish brings Louisiana closer to full connectivity, connecting over one thousand locations
A new broadband expansion project in St. Tammany Parish has successfully connected over one thousand locations, including 940 households and 72 businesses. Funded by the GUMBO 1.0 program and delivered by Spectrum, the…
Mary, Lancaster elected to northshore judiciary
Two St. Tammany Parish attorneys have been elected to the 22nd Judicial District Court following the November 3 elections. The candidates secured their positions after narrowly defeating their opponents in head-to-head…
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Covington home has farm animals, casual hosting space
Vince Hayward, owner of Camellia Brand Beans, and his wife Carole Fisher have transformed 10 acres of land in Covington into a unique homeplace. The property features a monitor-style barn for rescue animals, a workshop…
FNF Week 10: Covington hangs on in win over St. Paul’s, 20-17
Covington secured a narrow 20-17 victory over St. Paul’s in a Week 10 high school football matchup. The game remained competitive throughout, with Covington holding on in the final moments to clinch the win. This result…
A senior RB took over in the second half of the Covington-St. Paul’s rivalry
Covington High School running back Rodney Clark delivered a standout performance, rushing for 264 yards and two touchdowns to lead his team to a 20-17 victory over rival St. Paul’s. The win, secured at Jack Salter…
Covington couple died in murder-suicide, coroner says
The St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office has confirmed that a couple found dead in their Covington home on Monday morning died in a murder-suicide. Authorities identified the victims following an investigation into the…
St. Tammany Parish coroner identifies couple found dead in Covington home
The St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office has officially identified the two individuals discovered deceased in a residence in Covington on Monday. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the…
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Biologists say there are nearly as many alligators in Louisiana as people
Biologists report that Louisiana’s alligator population has staged a remarkable recovery, with numbers now rivaling the human population. Once listed as endangered in 1967 due to overhunting, the species has rebounded…
Library card helps save patrons a lot of money monthly
The St. Tammany Parish Library is offering an increasing range of services to help patrons save money on monthly subscriptions. By providing free access to information and entertainment resources, the library aims to…
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff election results
Voters in St. Tammany Parish headed to the polls on Tuesday to elect a new sheriff following the resignation of former Sheriff Randy Smith, who stepped down after pleading guilty to a battery charge. Four candidates…
Join a group sleep out to benefit military vets without housing
American Legion Post No. 16 in Covington will host its fourth annual Sleep Out for Veterans on Nov. 21. The event aims to raise awareness for homeless military veterans by encouraging community members to spend a night…