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Family Gras 2012 wraps up in Metairie
The annual Family Gras event right outside Lakeside Mall in Metairie wrapped up this evening, and luckily, festival goers say the show went on despite mother natures attempts to stop the fun.
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Safety concerns cause major delays for Sunday parade
On its 35th anniversary, thousands lined the streets as the Krewe of King Arthur's 28 floats rolled past.
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Metairie woman identified in fatal Saturday night accident on I-10
The 76-year-old woman killed in a fatal accident Saturday night on Interstate 10 has been identified as Claire Lajaunie of Metairie, according to John Gagliano, chief investigator for the Orleans Parish coroner's office.
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Metairie resident is a Mardi Gras participants for 70 years
When Metairie resident Marilyn Reynolds climbs down the ladder from float No. 4 in the Krewe of Isis parade on Saturday, it will be the end of an era.
FEMA to Waive Some of the Katrina Aid Debts
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For those of you that live in the New Orleans area, be sure to come out and catch the Krewe of...
For those of you that live in the New Orleans area, be sure to come out and catch the Krewe of Caesar parade tonight on the traditional Metairie route.
Archbishop Rummel High School celebrates naming of new president
Brother Gale Condit , vice principal of development at St. Paul's High School in Covington for the past 11 years, has been named president of Archbishop Rummel High School in Metairie.
'Catch and Release' trailer brings instant Mardi Gras bead recycling
It's like a Carnival float in reverse. Arc Enterprises' new "Catch and Release" float doesn't throw beads and baubles to parade-goers: The decorated trailer provides a place for revelers to pitch their surplus beads and baubles at the end of the parade.
Weather Doesn't Hamper Family Gras Festivities
"So far, so good," said Allen when asked about his first Mardi Gras. " getting ready to get some big beads though." "My fiance is in the Army.
West Bank man convicted in string of East Jefferson robberies
Shortly after arresting Ronald Ohlsson for robbing a neighborhood bar in Metairie, deputies said he apologized and blamed his heroin addiction in admitting he knocked off three lounges in East Jefferson in less than two weeks.
East Jefferson arrest reports, Feb. 3-9
Dwayne Blair , 31, 1005 Central Ave., Westwego, was arrested Feb. 3 in the 4600 block of Veterans Memorial Boulevard in Metairie and booked with simple burglary of an inhabited dwelling, simple burglary and possession of stolen property over $1,500. Raymond Heim , 55, 2012 Cartier Drive, LaPlace, was arrested Feb.
Legislative 'road show' listens to Jefferson, Orleans transportation worries
More cars and trucks on Jefferson Parish roads, the inevitable byproduct of widening Interstate 10 through Metairie and expanding the Huey P. Long Bridge across the Mississippi River, formed a central theme among those who took the microphone at the Regional Transportation Management Center.
Lagniappe: Your weekly guide to New Orleans entertainment
This week's "Lagniappe" takes a closer look at Family Gras in Metairie, the new venture by Papa Grows Funk and M Bistro's twist on local favorites.
Mardi Gras parades and festivities for February 10-12
It is carnival time in the city and this weekend there are many parades and fun things to do in and around the city.
Krewes watching weather forecasts with wary eyes
With rain in Friday's parade forecast, a half dozen Krewes are hoping they won't have to reach for their umbrellas.
Metairie man linked to three shootings faces federal charges
A 23-year-old Metairie man who is linked to three shootings, two of which were fatal, is facing carjacking, weapons and murder charges in a federal investigation that spans New Orleans and Jefferson Parish.
Lafreniere Park murder victim's son tells killer: 'You are no one'
Sitting in front of a packed Jefferson Parish courtroom Thursday, Ryan Lassabe observed that no one appeared in support of the man convicted of killing and raping his mother, Sandra Adams, in Lafreniere Park six years ago.
Meters guitarist Leo Nocentelli to ride in Thor
Original Meters guitarist Leo Nocentelli is back in his hometown this weekend to headline Tipitina's on Saturday, Feb.
Long-time priest HOUMA Services for long-time priest the Rev. Hubert Broussard will be Friday.
Metairie resident's home brings Mardi Gras alive
Anyone who knows her and has seen inside her home is certain of one thing: Debbie Sherman knows a thing or two about decorating.