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PPSO Holds Ribbon Cutting for New District 1 Substation

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way possible, by conducting a ribbon-cutting ceremony using crime scene “caution” tape! ugh the ribbon cutting was held for the substation on Woodland Highway, PPSO has moved other parts of their district 1 operations— On Monday, October 2, Sheri_ Jerry Turlich ocially opened the new PPSO District 1 Patrol substation at the corner of Woodland Highway and Keating Drive in the most law enforcement up, Detective Bureau, Transportation Division, and Traf_c/ Marine Division—to a location on the Plaquemines Parish Government (PPG) complex. new substation on Woodland Highway and the location on the PPG including their lock complex will completely replace the outdated and deteriorating Belle Chasse Lockup on Croatian Way.

School Board Approves Finalized ITEP Policy

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At the October 2 Plaquemines Parish School Board (PPSB) meeting, board members ocially approved the _nalized version of their new Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) policy. policy, spearheaded by district 2 board member Niko Tesvich, gives a set list of regulations, graded list of quali_cations, and outlines a standardized process for any company seeking an ITEP from PPSB.

Tulane Study Shows 'Diversions, Crevasses, Breaches' in River Contribute to Saltwater Intrusion

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A recent study conducted by Tulane University on the e_ects of the 25 natural diversions along the east bank of the lower Mississippi River—Mardi Gras Pass, Neptune Pass, Fort St, Phillip, etc.—noted what many within Plaquemines Parish have been stating for months: these diversions are weakening the _ow rate of the river and increasing the intensity of the saltwater wedge.

Suits Filed

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September 22, 2023 68439, Bridget Ragas vs. Delta Drugs of Port Sulphur LLC, Damages.

Arrests Made

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September 13, 2023 Darrien Antonio Lee, 27, New Orleans: bench warrant, 2 fugitive warrants, resisting an officer, refusal to give correct name, reckless operation of a vehicle, operating a vehicle with a suspended driver’s license. Henry Anthony Schwank, 47, New Orleans: 4 bench warrants, fugitive warrant.

FORTHE RECORD

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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. Before acting on this information, please consult the official records.

Krewe of Katie to Participate in Buddy Walk

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Each year the Down Syndrome Association of Greater New Orleans (DSAGNO), a non-profit organization, holds its annual Buddy Walk fundraiser. The event is every October and is a half-mile fun walk with food, prizes, and entertainment open to the public. This year’s Buddy Walk will be held on Saturday, October 28, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Kenner’s Laketown, 5051 Williams Blvd., Kenner.