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Both Lanes on New Belle Chasse Bridge Fully Open as Project Nears Completion

Justin Walton

Monday, March 24, 2025

The new Belle Chasse Toll Bridge being built by Plenary Group officially opened its northbound lane on March 17. This means that the new bridge is now fully open to traffic traveling both in and out of Plaquemines Parish.

Port Commissioners Approve Ordinance Seeking to Take 'HR Functions' Away from Civil Service

Justin Walton

Monday, March 24, 2025

During the February 27 Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District (PPHTD) meeting, commissioners passed an ordinance that “request the Plaquemines Parish Civil Service Commission to relinquish all Human Resource (HR) functions” to the port.

Voters to Decide Fate of Port Governance Change, Four Constitutional Amendments in March 29 Election

Justin Walton

Monday, March 24, 2025

On Saturday, March 29, Plaquemines Parish voters will participate in an election that has a few significant issues on the ballot. On election day, polls will be open from 7 am through 8 pm.

Croatian Fest 2025 Returns in April

News Staff

Monday, March 24, 2025

Croatian Fest 2025 is set to return on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, bringing a vibrant celebration of Croatian heritage, food, music, and culture to Belle Chasse. Hosted by the Croatian American Society, the festival will take place at 220 Croatian Way (Ave. G), Belle Chasse, LA 70037.

Arrests Made in Plaquemines Parish

News Staff

Monday, March 17, 2025

March 5, 2025Tyrin A. Barraza, 26, Belle Chasse: fugitive warrant.John M. Gaines, 52, Diamond: contempt of court.Jajuan M. Turner, 27, Port Sulphur: bond forfeiture.Janai Black, 21, Belle Chasse: aggravated assault.Shaun C. Harvey Jr.

PEACE & JUSTICE

Jim Brown

Monday, March 17, 2025

Should America have one official language-English? The President says yes, and asserts that a single shared language “is the core of a unified, cohesive society that serves to streamline communication and empowers new citizens to achieve the American dream.” Who could argue with those goals?

Upcoming Election

Garey Forster

Monday, March 17, 2025

There’s another election on March 29, but Early Voting is March 15-22 (excluding Sunday, March 16) from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.There are four Constitutional Amendments on the March 29 ballot: No. 1 - Specialty trial courts and discipline outof state lawyers.

POINT OF VIEW

Ron Chapman

Monday, March 17, 2025

Although little has been mentioned in the media of late, the Port of New Orleans (PONO) continues its drive to destroy St. Bernard. Between the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) and the grain project affecting Arabi our communities will suffer.

Important Issues Are The Ballot

Dale Benoit Dale@plaqueminesgazette.com

Monday, March 17, 2025

Early voting is underway, and two measures on the ballot could offer significant benefits to Plaquemines Parish residents. Constitutional Amendment No. 2 would ratify many of the actions approved by the Louisiana Legislature in the 2024 session.

America First

News Staff

Monday, March 17, 2025

Yes, Jim Brown, you’re on to something! Just making trouble! America is destined to be a beacon of light again to the world! What better way than to glorify our country and its borders by renaming the gulf, Gulf of America!Mexico is and always has been rife with drugs and cartels.

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