Congratulations are in order to Gary Blocker, who is now Fire Chief for the City of Covington. From the desk of Mayor Cooper: Team
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NHS Pet of the Week
Tabby was adopted from Northshore Humane Society in 2010 when he was just a small kitten. After eight years in what he thought was
Law Enforcement History/ Points of Interest
The following is more history of law enforcement and civil service for the City of Covington, provided by Chief Tim Lentz of the Covington
Meet the Covington Fire Department
Firefighter/Operator Justin Plummer got his start in the fire service in 2015. He started as volunteer in Folsom for District 5 where he is
Ludwig Running For City Council District D
COVINGTON, La. – Local civic leader, Cody Driskell Ludwig, is announcing her intention to run for the Covington City Council’s District D position in
NHS Pet of the Week
Taffy is a one-year-old small mix breed pup looking for a forever home at Northshore Humane Society! Taffy and her siblings were rescued from alongside the
STPDD Requests Proposals For Strategic Plan
The St. Tammany Parish Development District, a political subdivision of the state of Louisiana, requests proposals for a comprehensive strategic plan. The firm’s plan
Firehouse Renovation Update
As many have noticed, the old Firehouse building on N. Theard Street has been dismantled and all that remains is the foundation. There may
NHS Pet of the Week
This sleek girl is Macchiato, a one-year-old kitty looking for her forever home at Northshore Humane Society. Our adoption team likes to call Macchiato
Chris Masingill Named CEO of STPDD
Economic development commission shifts focus, welcomes new leadership (Mandeville, La.) — After a five-month intensive search, the St. Tammany Parish Development District (STPDD) Board
Quick History CPD Timeline
Covington Police Chief Tim Lentz sent in a historical timeline of the Covington Police Department. 1816 Five trustees to be elected by inhabitants of
Social Media Watch: Rural Hwy Traffic Safety
Editor’s Note: Safe and conscientious driving is an issue very close to Covington Weekly. Our personal opinion is that it should be illegal to
Tiffany Angel Nesbit At City Hall
The City of Covington’s current artistic exhibition consists of the paintings of artist Tiffany Angel Nesbit located at the City of Covington Town Hall.
NHS Pet of the Week
Sparxx is a 2-year-old small to medium size mix pup looking for a forever home at Northshore Humane Society. Yellow, brindle marking peek through
Get Ready For Back To School
It’s getting to be that time again – Back To School. Give a few extra minutes of travel time around the school zones, remember
Recognizing Signs of Heat Illness
Heat Stroke: high body temperature; hot, red, dry or damp skin; fast, strong pulse; headache; dizziness; nausea; confusion; losing consciousness What To Do: call
Rob’s Rockin’ Dog of the Month
Rob’s Rockin’ Dogs, located at 400 Theard Street, features a special dog every month, called The One Hit Wonder. July’s One Hit Wonder is
NHS Pets of the Week
Clyde (left) is a three-year-old large breed mix who was transferred to Northshore Humane Society from a municipal shelter with space limitations. Clyde is
“No Truck” Through Routes Effective July 16
“The Police Department, Mayor’s Office and members of the City Council have received numerous complaints about 18 wheelers utilizing our downtown streets to cut
Old Firehouse Renovation Underway
The historic old firehouse on North Theard Street is being renovated as a public venue for small meetings, events, and activities. Local architect Michael