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Arrests Made

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As a service to its readers, The Plaquemines Gazette reports arrests and suits filed in Plaquemines Parish. Information listed here is obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but due to the possibility of human or mechanical errors in filing, entering, and transcribing documents, this information is not guaranteed.

Suits Filed

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September 27, 2023 68447, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company vs. Terran Barthelemy, S&R Trucking Company LLC, Redwood Fire and Casualty Company, National Indemnity Company, Damages.

Silence is Golden

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Thoughts from the Publisher Did you hear the screaming, shouting, and gnashing of teeth when the council and administration fought over giving parish employees pay raises at the last council meeting? You didn’t hear it because it never happened. If you weren’t paying attention, you probably missed it because it happened so quickly and with little fanfare.

PEACE & JUSTICE

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the Next Governor The Louisiana gubernatorial election is less than two weeks away with six major candidates for governor showering television stations across the state with TV ads. One candidate is a democrat and the other five are all Republicans.

September Gardens of the Month

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Belle Chasse Garden Club would like to acknowledge the following Belle Chasse business and residences as recipients of Garden of the Month awards for September 2023: • Community: Renee Hansen, 115 Primrose

Denis Rousselle: A Lifelong Education and the Community

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In the world of education, there are those who stand out for their unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to improving the lives of students, parents, and educators. Denis Rousselle, former Superintendent of the Plaquemines Parish school system, is one such professional who has left an indelible mark on the educational landscape of his hometown. Born and raised in Plaquemines Parish, Denis Rousselle's journey from a local boy to the Superintendent is nothing short of inspirational. Let's delve into the remarkable career of Denis Rousselle, exploring how he has supported his community and navigated through the challenges of Hurricane Katrina and the COVID-19 pandemic.

WEEKLYAND MONTHLY MEETINGS

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Rotary Club of Belle Chasse Meetings The Rotary Club of Belle Chasse meets every Tuesday at 12 p.m. at Adams Catfish House in Belle Chasse.

In the garden Salt Wedge Q&A

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s week’s column will be some of the questions and answers that I’ve gotten in the past week to help spread the word about salt wedge impacts to plants and livestock. For human health and pet health questions, please reach out to the Louisiana Department of Health oce in your parish, your doctor, and your veterinarian. LSU AgCenter cannot assist with human or pet health information.

Menhaden Spills Lead to LDWF Considering New Regulations

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menhaden industry in Louisiana could be facing more strict regulations in the future as two recent menhaden spill incidents caused the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) commission to look into the possibility of expanding the “coastal bu_er zone” and adding spill / release “reporting elements.”