PPG to Host Series of 'Alert Plaquemines' Sign-Up Events

The 2025 hurricane season officially began on June 1, and, as usual, the Plaquemines Parish Government (PPG) has been actively preparing their storm mitigation infrastructure and response process throughout the year to ensure the parish can handle any event.

Council Enacts Stricter Enforcement for RV/ Trailer Park Violations

The Plaquemines Parish Government (PPG) council continues to struggle with the various issues surrounding the RV and trailer parks that sprouted up across the parish in recent years.

Port Struggles With Ferry Repairs

Issues with ferry services continue to frustrate the Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District (PPHTD) DBA Louisiana Gateway Port. During the June 12 port meeting, a brief update on the ferry situation was discussed by commissioners and Executive Director Charles Tillotson.

Deadline Set For July 2025 Commodity Food Distribution

Deadline for accepting applications for participation in the July 2025 Food Distribution Program is July 11, 2025. Plaquemines Parish residents who have not yet applied for or completed an APPLICATION/ DECLARATION FORM OF ELIGIBILITY can do so now or before the above mention date.

DOTD Installing Traffic Count Devices Across Louisiana

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is notifying residents and motorists that traffic count devices are being temporarily installed on various local roads across the state. Data collection is currently underway in several parishes, including Caddo, Sabine, St. John, St.