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Foster homes needed as summer brings an influx of pets into shelters

BY TRACI HOWERTON | Contributing writer
11 hrs ago

This time of year is tough for shelter pets. The days are long and the walks are short — usually because the ground is hot and we are also very low on volunteers.

NOLA Gen Fezt, 'Charlie Brown,' and more area community news

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Jun 13, 2023

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Juneteenth: Commemoration and celebration in St. Tammany

Jun 13, 2023

Juneteenth celebrations are scheduled in Covington and Mandeville this weekend, and on June 19, to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.

From the Files of The Farmer

BY ANDREW CANULETTE | Staff writer
Jun 13, 2023

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Beer fest to aid Northshore Humane Society on tap Saturday

BY SHEILA GRISSETT | Staff writer
Jun 12, 2023

Animal lovers, beer aficionados and friendly dogs will all come together for the 10th annual Larry Hartzog’s Twisted Brew Fest, a place where the beer will be cold, the food will be scrumptiou…

Rodeo fishing with friends and family

BY SHEILA GRISSETT | Staff writer
Jun 12, 2023

“Sharing the fun of fishing turns strangers into friends in a few hours.” — Eugenie Clark, pioneer fish and shark scientist

ESL class begin this summer in St. Tammany

BY JACKIE RIECKE | Contributing writer
Jun 12, 2023

St. Tammany Parish Library has partnered with the nonprofit New Neighbor Project to deliver English as a Second Language as part of the Summer Reading Adult Programming. The New Neighbor Proje…

STARC artists in the spotlight

BY SHEILA GRISSETT | Staff writer
Jun 12, 2023

STARC of Louisiana has hosted another successful Art Night, a special occasion that allows STARC clients to flex their creative muscles by producing and selling the art pieces that grace the h…

No boat, no skills, but you want to sail? Nonprofit makes gliding on Lake Pontchartain more accessible

BY ROBERT S. WOLF | Contributing writer
Jun 12, 2023

The thought of jumping in a sailboat after a long day at work and catching the wind for a relaxing sail around Lake Pontchartrain seems like a pastime reserved only for only for those who can …

Documentary on the Up Stairs Lounge fire, which killed 32, screens on 50th anniversary

BY CHRIS SMITH | Contributing writer
Jun 12, 2023

The Jefferson Parish Library will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Up Stairs Lounge fire with a free screening of Royd Anderson’s documentary on the tragedy at 6:30 p.m. June 22 at the East…

From video storytelling to robotics and rhythm, New Orleans library offers fun for youths

BY JANE LEGROS | Contributing writer
Jun 12, 2023

It's a busy summer at Orleans Parish Libraries, which are helping keep kids of all ages involved in fun and educational events.

Too sophisticated for s'mores? Never! Try these upscale variations

BY KAREN TAYLOR GIST | Staff writer
Jun 10, 2023

Some foods come wrapped up in memories. Remember gooey chocolate and graham crackers, charred marshmallows and a hint of grit from ashes, at summer cookouts and fall camp-outs.

Kids-only market will be a first of its kind in Madisonville

BY JESSICA SAGGIO | Contributing writer
Jun 9, 2023

Goat soap made by a 4-year-old.

Harbor Center plans $3.5 million-plus in expansion improvements

BY SHEILA GRISSETT | Staff writer
Jun 9, 2023

A long-awaited expansion of Slidell's Harbor Center meeting space is finally moving forward.

More leadership changes announced at St. Tammany schools

BY ANDREW CANULETTE | Staff writer
Jun 9, 2023

St. Tammany Parish Public Schools Superintendent Frank Jabbia introduced a host of new administrators to the School Board on June 8, including eight new assistant principals and a key leader f…

At the ready

Jun 9, 2023

Hurricane season has arrived, and Second Harvest Food Bank is prepared. Volunteers gathered at the Harahan facility to create about 1,000 disaster-relief boxes. Feeding America and global heal…

A spelling bee, kitten yoga and jigsaw puzzles: Free activities at the Jefferson Library

BY CHRIS SMITH | Contributing writer
Jun 9, 2023

SPELLING BEE: The Jefferson Parish Library will hold its eighth annual spelling bee for adults at 7 p.m. June 14, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie. Adults 18 …

Salmen summer league offers girls basketball teams chances to grow

BY JOSEPH HALM | Staff writer
Jun 9, 2023

Northshore junior Cherie Spencer calmly took the ball up the court.

Covington to spend more on streets, police and fire

BY KIM CHATELAIN | Contributing writer
Jun 8, 2023

The Covington City Council has amended its 2023 operating and capital budget to bolster spending on streets, the police and fire protection.

St. Tammany property transfers May 16-22, 2023. See a list of home and other sales

Jun 8, 2023

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Cedotal ready to bring max effort as new Slidell baseball coach

BY JOSEPH HALM | Staff writer
Jun 7, 2023

Slidell High named its new baseball coach on June 7, and it’s a homecoming of sorts for the new skipper.

Photos: Friends and family share memories at funeral of Ben Franklin student struck and killed by bus

BY CHRIS GRANGER | Staff photographer
Jun 7, 2023

Read more: Ben Franklin student killed by bus in City Park remembered for kindness, LGBTQ activism

Photos: Now in their late 90s, a handful of WWII veterans attend 79th commemoration of D-Day

BY CHRIS GRANGER | Staff photographer
Jun 6, 2023

The National WWII Museum in New Orleans commemorated the 79th anniversary of D-Day and also the opening of the museum itself 23 years ago during the 2023 Dr. Hal Baumgarten D-Day Commemoration…

Evacuating with pets? Here's what you need to know.

BY TRACI HOWERTON | Contributing writer
Jun 6, 2023

Hurricane season is upon us once again, and it’s time to think about what to do should a storm threaten. That plan should include pets.

From the Files of The Farmer

BY ANDREW CANULETTE | Staff writer
Jun 6, 2023

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2023 All-District baseball teams from St. Tammany Parish

BY JOSEPH HALM | Staff writer
Jun 6, 2023

ALL-DISTRICT BASEBALL TEAMS

Delinquent tax properties listed in June 7 St. Tammany Farmer

BY ANDREW CANULETTE | Staff writer
Jun 6, 2023

The annual St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office tax sale is July 10, and the Sheriff's Office has advertised the list of delinquent properties in the June 7 edition of The St. Tammany Farmer.

Meet the 2023 St. Tammany Farmer All-Parish Baseball Team

BY JOSEPH HALM | Staff writer
Jun 6, 2023

2023 ST. TAMMANY FARMER ALL-PARISH BASEBALL TEAM

Communities

Foster homes needed as summer brings an influx of pets into shelters

NOLA Gen Fezt, 'Charlie Brown,' and more area community news

Juneteenth: Commemoration and celebration in St. Tammany

From the Files of The Farmer

Resources

Beer fest to aid Northshore Humane Society on tap Saturday

Rodeo fishing with friends and family

ESL class begin this summer in St. Tammany

STARC artists in the spotlight

No boat, no skills, but you want to sail? Nonprofit makes gliding on Lake Pontchartain more accessible

Documentary on the Up Stairs Lounge fire, which killed 32, screens on 50th anniversary

From video storytelling to robotics and rhythm, New Orleans library offers fun for youths

Too sophisticated for s'mores? Never! Try these upscale variations

Kids-only market will be a first of its kind in Madisonville

Harbor Center plans $3.5 million-plus in expansion improvements

More leadership changes announced at St. Tammany schools

At the ready

A spelling bee, kitten yoga and jigsaw puzzles: Free activities at the Jefferson Library

Salmen summer league offers girls basketball teams chances to grow

Covington to spend more on streets, police and fire

St. Tammany property transfers May 16-22, 2023. See a list of home and other sales

Cedotal ready to bring max effort as new Slidell baseball coach

Photos: Friends and family share memories at funeral of Ben Franklin student struck and killed by bus

Photos: Now in their late 90s, a handful of WWII veterans attend 79th commemoration of D-Day

Evacuating with pets? Here's what you need to know.

From the Files of The Farmer

2023 All-District baseball teams from St. Tammany Parish

Delinquent tax properties listed in June 7 St. Tammany Farmer

Meet the 2023 St. Tammany Farmer All-Parish Baseball Team

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