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Mandeville
St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana
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Body found in Mandeville near Pelican Park
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a woman’s body was found Wednesday afternoon on trails between Pelican Park and the Northlake Nature Center in Mandeville. A passerby discovered the body…
Led by a sophomore QB, Mandeville is 10-0 and ready to make a deep playoff run
Mandeville High School's football team has achieved a perfect 10-0 regular season record, securing the District 6-5A title. Sophomore quarterback Krew Collura has been instrumental in the team's success, demonstrating…
'I don't want leave': NAMI peers brace for eviction from Safe Haven Campus
People who rely on free mental health services at NAMI’s Safe Haven Campus in Mandeville fear losing access as the organization negotiates with St. Tammany Parish leaders. The parish is seeking about $160,000 a year for…
Farmer Football 5: Mandeville earned its wire-to-wire top spot
Mandeville finished the regular season undefeated, securing the District 6-5A title with a 28-10 win over Fontainebleau and earning a first-round playoff bye. The Skippers’ unbeaten regular season is their first since…
Weekend workshop focuses on the natural world
The Pelican Park Naturalist Weekend Workshop is inviting residents to participate in a two-day educational event focused on the natural world. Scheduled for November 21 and 22, the workshop includes classroom sessions…
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The LHSAA football brackets are out, so what does the future hold for St. Tammany teams?
The Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) has released the football playoff brackets for the 2026 postseason. St. Tammany Parish teams are well-represented in the upcoming tournament, with local schools…
Faith: Reflection set for Dec. 3
Catholic Women in Action has scheduled a Northshore Advent Morning of Reflection for December 3, 2026. The event will take place at Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Mandeville and will feature a presentation by…
Dominican seniors show dominance as Jesuit, Mandeville and Northshore swimmers shine at metro meet
Dominican High School swimmers secured a dominant performance at the 2026 GNOHSSL Metro Championship Meet held at Franco's in Mandeville. Seniors Marta Giarrusso, Kendall Jollands, Therese Vocke, and Embry Palmisano led…
Habitat for Humanity Northshore West Announces Federal CDFI Certification of New Subsidiary, Community Partners Lending, Inc.
Habitat for Humanity Northshore West has announced that its subsidiary, Community Partners Lending, Inc. (CPLI), has received federal certification as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). This…
St. Tammany Week 10 Football Recap
The 2026 high school football regular season concluded with notable performances across St. Tammany. Jewel Sumner secured a third consecutive district title after a decisive victory against PJP II, led by Rylan James'…
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FNF Week 10: Mandeville completes undefeated regular season with 28-10 win over Fontainebleau
The Mandeville Skippers concluded their regular season with an undefeated record after a 28-10 victory over the Fontainebleau Bulldogs. Competing in a District 6-5A matchup on Friday night, Mandeville maintained their…
Mandeville leaned on its offensive line to close out its perfect regular season
The Mandeville Skippers capped off a perfect 10-0 regular season with a 28-10 victory over the Fontainebleau Bulldogs on November 6. Led by sophomore quarterback Krew Collura and a dominant offensive line, the team…
Northshore used its aggressive offense and a special connection to sweep Fontainebleau
The 12th-seeded Northshore Panthers swept district rival Fontainebleau in a first-round Division I volleyball playoff match. Led by libero Gracie Schaff's 24 digs and an aggressive offensive strategy, the Panthers won…
Hodges' backers breathe sigh of relief with runoff secured
Former Louisiana State Police Superintendent Robert Hodges has secured a spot in a December 12 runoff for St. Tammany Parish Sheriff. Hodges captured 32% of the vote, finishing behind former Slidell Police Chief Daniel…
Emotional hearing sparks debate over mental health services
A public hearing in St. Tammany Parish regarding proposed budget cuts led to tense exchanges between officials and mental health advocates. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) expressed concerns that the…
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St. Tammany arrests man in connection with copper theft
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office arrested 48-year-old Mark Geri in connection with the theft of copper plates and wire from a business near Mandeville. Deputies tracked the stolen items to a scrapyard in…
NAMI Safe Haven campus could close in St. Tammany Parish as contract expires
The NAMI Safe Haven campus in St. Tammany Parish faces potential closure after the parish notified the organization that their agreement will end on December 31, 2026. The facility provides housing and mental health…
Parish tourism board adopts its 10-year master plan
The St. Tammany Parish Tourist and Convention Commission has unanimously approved its first 10-year Destination Master Plan. The $325,000 initiative, developed with marketing firm MMGY Nextfactor, aims to drive…
Louisiana wildfowl come alive in Mandeville
The 47th annual Louisiana Wildfowl Festival took place at the Castine Center in Mandeville from Oct. 23-25. The event brought together master carvers, painters, and collectors from across the country to showcase…
Mandeville playwright brings the drama to hometown stage
Local playwright Andrea J. Fulton is bringing her two-person drama, “The Prior 55,” back to the North Star Theatre in Old Mandeville for a one-day engagement on Nov. 17. The play, which explores themes of memory and…
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Farmer Football 5: Here are 5 storylines to follow in Week 10
Week 10 of the 2026 football season marks the final week of the regular season, bringing high-stakes matchups with significant playoff implications. Mandeville looks to secure an undefeated district title, while…
Who was the best boys athlete on the Northshore for the week of Oct. 25-31? Vote Now!
The Northshore community is invited to participate in a weekly poll to determine the top boys athlete for the period of October 25-31. Readers can cast their votes online to support local high school sports talent. This…
Daigle, Castilho overcome adversity to shine at Northlake district swim meet
The 2026 Northlake District High School Swimming Championships showcased impressive performances from local athletes. Swimmers including Avery Daigle, Gustavo Castilho, Chris Lobue, and Cole Boisseau secured victories…
A junior kicker booted two long field goals to decide the Mandeville-Northshore showdown
In a closely contested high school football showdown, Mandeville defeated Northshore thanks to the decisive performance of junior kicker Kingsley Hunt. Hunt, who only began practicing field goals recently, successfully…
One person injured, two homes damaged in Mandeville fire
The Mandeville Fire Department responded to a residential fire on Orient Street Thursday night that resulted in one person sustaining minor injuries. The blaze, which began around 8:30 p.m., caused significant damage to…
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