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Mississippi River Cruise Line Adding Stop in River Parishes

VACHERIE, La. — The Louisiana River Parishes Tourist Commission and American Cruise Lines have announced a partnership that means there will be a River...

JP Mayors Luncheon: Infrastructure, Water Projects Top To-Do Lists

METAIRIE — Five Jefferson Parish mayors spoke about their cities’ priorities, accomplishments and challenges at the annual Jefferson Chamber Mayoral Luncheon on July 21...

Harbor Police Introduce Body-Worn Cameras

NEW ORLEANS – From the Port of New Orleans: Harbor Police Department Chief Melanie Montroll completed her first 100 days at the helm of the...

18-Year Oil Spill in Gulf: 1M Gallons Collected Since 2019

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — One million gallons of oil have been collected since April 2019 from the site of the nation’s longest oil spill, in the...

Association Presents Awards to West Bank Leaders

HARVEY, La. — At a June 9 event, the Westbank Business & Industry Association presented the 2022 Legacy Award to Brian Heiden, Lifetime Achievement...

Dredging Company to Pay $1M for Restoration Work Oil Spill

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A Houston dredging company has been ordered to pay a $1 million fine for an oil spill that occurred when a...

Complete Logistical Services Announces Expansion in St. Bernard Parish

CHALMETTE, La. – Complete Logistical Services, a staffing agency specializing in maritime and commercial construction jobs, has announced that it will be expanding its...

Danos to Support Promethean, Petrofac with Decommissioning Work

GRAY, La. – Oilfield service provider Danos will work with the Promethean Decommissioning Company and Petrofac alliance to decommission multiple facilities in shallow water...

Edwards, Legislature Commit Funds for Infrastructure

NEW ORLEANS — From the Port of New Orleans: The recent 2022 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature committed $96.595 million to aid expansion projects...

As Natural Gas Expands in Gulf, Residents Fear Rising Damage

LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana (AP) — The front lawn of Lydia Larce’s home is strewn with debris: remnants of cabinets and chunks of pink shower....

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