Last week, Northshore Food Bank shared some of the impacts the COVID-19 pandemic had on the organization and the community.
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Local History: African Americans in Covington by Dr. Eva Baham
“African Americans in Covington” is a collection of stories, memories and photographs covering the history, lives and triumphs of Covington’s African American community. Written by by Dr. Eva Semien Baham with forward by Rev. Mallery Callahan…
Local History: Covington in the 1940s and 1950s by Phil Pfeffer
The memories of day-to-day life in Covington in the 1940’s and 1950’s were written down by Phil Pfeffer, a graduate of Covington High School in 1958. Here is what he shared about those times from 70 years ago.
How to Host a Food Drive for Northshore Food Bank
Each year, the Northshore Food Bank distributes over 1 million pounds of food to the residents of St. Tammany and Washington parishes. This year the Food Bank saw an increase of more than 110% in the number of individuals and families they serve due to COVID.
Donation Opportunities for the Covington Community
November is traditionally the month of giving, and many in our community have suffered hardships this year. Thankfully there are a number of organizations in our area designed to help our local neighbors.
New Covington Concert Band – First Meeting November 2nd
The City of Covington is partnering with local musicians to form the Covington Concert Band, a new concept to create another outlet for local
Non-Profit Spotlight: Boys & Girls Club Continues Community Aid Programs
Since 1965, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana has been a leading provider of both after-school and summer enrichment programs focused on
Broken Trust by Nick Tranchina
We as a community want to trust our leaders and believe they have our best interest in mind and will do the right thing when no one is looking. That is really a simple expectation and not far fetched – Right?
CPD Delivers Meals for the New Year
The Covington Police Department started off 2018 doing what they do best, helping one of the Covington Churches deliver meals to those a little
Local Bias
By Beverly Hobbs Shea There really is a lot to be said for living in a small community. True, there can be various challenges
STHS: Laying the Foundation for a No-Kill St. Tammany
The St. Tammany Humane Society serves St. Tammany Parish as the only non-profit, non-governmental animal sheltering and welfare organization for more than 55 years.
Back to School Reminder From Chief Lentz
Summer is now halfway through and area schools are preparing to resume. In anticipation of the extra traffic during school zone times, Chief Lentz
FD12 Donates to CCST for Flood Relief Efforts
The St. Tammany Parish Fire District 12 / Fire Fighters Association – Local 4800 gave a donation to Concerned Citizens of St. Tammany for
Esther Festival takes place at Bogue Falaya Park on Saturday, November 7, 2015
A Message From Token of Love You are cordially invited to the 1st Annual Esther Festival, to be held November 7, 2015, in Bogue Falaya Park
Junior League of Greater Covington Hosts Open House This Thursday
The Junior League of Greater Covington is hosting an open house for prospective members on Thursday, July 30 at 6:30pm at 529 North Columbia
Covington Police Department To Participate In National Night Out Against Crime – Community Involvement Encouraged
Chief Tim Lentz announces that the Covington Police Department will be participating in the National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, October 14th. Each