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Ponchatoula Chamber 2024 board members, from left: Becky Burt; Dawn Chiasson; Tricia Nicholas, Secretary; Marge Haas, Treasurer; Carlene Melton, President; Tonya Aiken, Vice President; Beth Sheridan Richard; Amber Narro (Photo courtesy of Phillip Colwart Photography)

Ponchatoula Chamber 2024 board members, from left: Becky Burt; Dawn Chiasson; Tricia Nicholas, Secretary; Marge Haas, Treasurer; Carlene Melton, President; Tonya Aiken, Vice President; Beth Sheridan Richard; Amber Narro (Photo courtesy of Phillip Colwart Photography)

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“A New Year for All Businesses”

Stefanie Brooke Tangi Times Staff Journalist
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, Strawberry Manor hosted a special Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce meeting that unveiled some big organizational changes. Judge Jimmy Kuhn presided over the swearing-in of the new board members, officers, and associates.

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Tall Cop to Give Presentation at PHS

Stefanie Brooke
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
As a parent, guardian, caregiver, teacher, or friend of a young person, it is important to maintain open communication, show an interest in their activities, and provide guidance and support where possible.

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Tangi Gumbo

News Staff
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
- On his first official day in office, Gov. Jeff Landry cut off an alternative graduation route for Louisiana high school seniors who fail the state’s academic progress exam.
Lieutenant Sharkey (center) receives Deputy of the Year Award from Sheriff Daniel Edwards (right) and Brad Stevens (left) with the Hammond City Club. (Courtesy Photo)

Lieutenant Sharkey (center) receives Deputy of the Year Award from Sheriff Daniel Edwards (right) and Brad Stevens (left) with the Hammond City Club. (Courtesy Photo)

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Deputy of the Year

Press Release
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Sheriff Daniel Edwards is pleased to recognize Lieutenant Timothy “Danny” Sharkey as the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy of the Year.
PARD Youth Sports Registration Now Open

PARD Youth Sports Registration Now Open

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PARD Youth Sports Registration Now Open

Stefanie Brooke
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Don’t let the bitter cold weather get you and your little ones in a funk. The Ponchatoula Area Recreation District 1 is now registering children ages 4-18 for T-ball, baseball, and softball.
Southeastern Students Win Top SPJ Award

Southeastern Students Win Top SPJ Award

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Southeastern Students Win Top SPJ Award

Press Release
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Southeastern Louisiana University students at the Southeastern Channel won four Mark of Excellence Awards, including two first-place honors, at the Society of Professional Journalists’ annual Region 12 conference.
Christopher Montrel Hoskins, wanted for multiple charges (Courtesy Photo)

Christopher Montrel Hoskins, wanted for multiple charges (Courtesy Photo)

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Attempted Murderer Sought by HPD

Press Release
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
On January 7, 2024, at approximately 2:00am, the Hammond Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance where a female was reported with a stab wound to the neck. Upon arrival, HPD officers found the victim near the steps of the residence, holding her bleeding neck.
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