The Covington Police Department is pleased to announce that Chief Tim Lentz has been selected to receive the Bureau of Governmental Research’s Excellence in
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LSP Reminds About Danger of Heat Stroke
Louisiana State Police – As temperatures continue to rise, troopers would like to remind parents and caregivers of the dangers of vehicle heatstroke. a
Congratulations to New CPD Recruits
Covington Police Chief Tim Lentz recently reported his attendance of the graduation ceremony of the 56th Slidell Regional Police Academy. The Covington Police Department
Candace Watkins Candidate in Upcoming Covington Mayor Race
PRESS RELEASE – May 21, 2018 For Immediate Release Contact: Candace Watkins 985-249-8646 Former Mayor Candace Watkins announced today that she has resigned her
A Saint For New Orleans
by Lindsay Reed Nine parishes in Louisiana have the distinction of being named after saints. The last time I had the pleasure of visiting
CPD Participates in Drug Take-Back Program
Chief Tim Lentz announces that on Saturday, April 28, 2018, from 10 a. m. to 2 p.m. The Covington P0lice Department and the Drug
Get Ready for Kokomo Stroll at Rosemary’s Closet
The 2018 Kokomo Stroll takes place on Saturday, June 2, 2018, from 4 – 7 p.m. Beach wear and drinks with little umbrellas will
Retro Music Co. New Location Open for Block Party
The April 2018 Columbia Street Block Party takes place this Friday in Downtown Covington. Vintage, classic and contemporary cars line the streets of Covington
Covington Rec Dept. Receives Training Grant
The City of Covington Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs (DPRC) will soon be offering adults ages 50+ a new way to stay
CHS Student Represents State At Poetry National Finals
Congratulations and good luck to DeJeune Richardson, a student at Covington High School, as she represents Louisiana in the Poetry Out Loud National Finals
STHS Pet of the Week: Rocky
Rocky is a handsome eight-month-old kitty ready to steal your heart! Rocky is your typical kitten: spunky, playful and loving. He is also adventurous
Covington Fire Department Utilizes New Lifesaving Equipment
Mayor Mike Cooper and Chief Gary Blocker are happy to announce that a local woman’s life was saved with the combination of the quick
Spring for Art Rescheduled to May 19, 2018
St. Tammany Art Association Announces Rescheduled Date For Spring for Art From STAA: There are few better ways to spring forward than with a
Mayor Cooper Names Provisional Fire Chief
With the retirement of longtime Fire Chief Badon effective Wednesday, April 4, it is my responsibility and duty to make a provisional appointment for
STHS Pet of the Week
Okra is a one-year-old male, large breed mix and 62 lbs. of love! Okra originally came to St. Tammany Humane Society as a small
CPD Receives ESGR Pro Patria Award
The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Pro Patria Award is the highest level award bestowed by an ESGR State Committee, awarded
Can Industrial Hemp Save Louisiana?
In the nola.com article “Toxic sites in Louisiana: 15 of the state’s most polluted places” (Feb. 2017), Scott Threlkeld details several areas of environmental
STHS Pet of the Week: Pinto
Pinto is a four-year-old large breed mix and one of 35 pups rescued by St. Tammany Humane Society during Hurricane Harvey. Pinto is a
New Breakfast Hours at Toad Hollow Cafe
Toad Hollow Cafe is now serving breakfast Tuesday thru Friday from 9 am to 11 am. Visit Toad Hollow Cafe online at toadhollowcafe.com or