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Bogalusa Welcomes First Baby of 2024 in Washington Parish
BOGALUSA, La. – A new year brings new beginnings, and for Washington Parish, this couldn’t be truer. Our Lady of the Angels Hospital in Bogalusa celebrated the arrival of its first baby of 2024. At 9:07 p.m. on January 1, Iesha Brown and Dareon Devante Cooper Sr. welcomed their son, Dareon Devante Cooper Jr., a […] The post Bogalusa Welcomes First Baby of 2024 in Washington Parish appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa City Council Meeting Canceled
BOGALUSA, La. – Bogalusa City Council President and Acting Mayor Kenny Kellis announced the cancellation of the city council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, due to the illness of City Attorney Kelvin May. The next meeting is rescheduled for Tuesday, January 16. This postponement ensures the council’s ability to address city matters with full […] The post Bogalusa City Council Meeting Canceled appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Franklinton Police Dept’s Generator Fails Amidst Outage: Mayor’s Urgent Fix
FRANKLINTON, La. – A recent power outage in Franklinton has underscored the critical need for a new generator at the Franklinton Police Department (FPD). According to Chief of Police Justin Brown, the current generator, deemed non-serviceable in June, failed to activate during the outage, affecting various town departments. Chief Brown expressed his concerns, stating, “Our […] The post Franklinton Police Dept’s Generator Fails Amidst Outage: Mayor’s Urgent Fix appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Emergency at Bogalusa Walmart: Man Self-Harms with Store Knife
BOGALUSA, La. – Around 5:00 P.M. someone went into the local Walmart and began mutilating their arm. The staff called 911, to which the Bogalusa Police Department responded to an adult male suffering from a mental health crisis, according to Assistant Chief of Police Troy Tervalon. The unnamed suspect obtained a knife from one of […] The post Emergency at Bogalusa Walmart: Man Self-Harms with Store Knife appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Help Sought for Abandoned Dog in Bogalusa
BOGALUSA, La. – A black lab remains at a Chevron station in Washington Parish, more than eight months after being left there, drawing significant attention and concern from the local community. The Chevron station, located at 63227 Highway 10 near Coconutz Daiquiri, has become the dog’s refuge since his abandonment along with a sibling, who […] The post Help Sought for Abandoned Dog in Bogalusa appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Fireworks: Quick Safety Guide!
With the approach of celebratory events involving fireworks, Washington Parish officials are emphasizing the importance of safety. Fireworks, while a festive and traditional component of many celebrations, pose significant risks if not handled correctly. Local fire departments and safety experts are providing guidelines to ensure that community celebrations remain safe and enjoyable for everyone. They […] The post Washington Parish Fireworks: Quick Safety Guide! appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
YMCA Angel Tree Enriches Bogalusa Holidays
BOGALUSA, La. – In a heartwarming display, the community has come together to spread love and joy during the holiday season. In Bogalusa, the YMCA’s Angel Tree program was able to bring the true spirit of Christmas to families that were facing hardships. The program was a huge success and was able to provide gifts […] The post YMCA Angel Tree Enriches Bogalusa Holidays appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Shawn Landry Apprehended in Las Vegas for Serious Crimes in St. Tammany Parish
Shawn Landry, 25, was apprehended in Las Vegas by the Nevada Violent Offender Task Force, with assistance from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, for a series of crimes committed in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana. The arrest addresses charges of second-degree rape, attempted second-degree murder, home invasion, theft of a motor vehicle, simple assault, and […] The post Shawn Landry Apprehended in Las Vegas for Serious Crimes in St. Tammany Parish appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa Library Boosts Literacy at Central Elementary
Volunteers from the Bogalusa Library continue their Literacy Project at Central Elementary. Twice a week they work at the school with third grade students reinforcing their reading skills. The Project will award each student a medal if they master the 520 sight words on the Dolch and Fry lists. These are the most common words […] The post Bogalusa Library Boosts Literacy at Central Elementary appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa Sunset Acres Shooter Captured
BOGALUSA, La. — A 23-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at the Sunset Acres Apartment Complex, according to the Bogalusa Police Department. Kennis Loper was taken into custody at a residence on the southern side of the parish following an intensive investigation by local authorities. The arrest came after a male […] The post Bogalusa Sunset Acres Shooter Captured appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa Shooting in Sunset Acres
BOGALUSA, La. – The Bogalusa Police Department have confirmed that there is an active shooter situation in the Sunset Acres neighborhood. As more information is revealed, we will post an update. The post Bogalusa Shooting in Sunset Acres appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Heated Clashes at Bogalusa Council
BOGALUSA, La. — A tumultuous three-hour-long Bogalusa City Council meeting on Monday night was filled with overflowing attendees, heated debates, and controversial remarks. The meeting, which took place at the Bogalusa Courthouse at 5:30 P.M., was marked by a chaotic atmosphere where discussions frequently veered off course, and council members and citizens often spoke out […] The post Heated Clashes at Bogalusa Council appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
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