Richard Meek, Author at L'Observateur
News
Fresh off of an election in which she was unopposed after her only challenger was disqualified, St. John the Baptist Parish President Jaclyn Hotard is ...
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by Richard Meek, Thursday, November 2, 2023 11:06 am
Local
Public defenders in St. John the Baptist Parish will soon be able to receive retirement benefits, as mandated by the state, parish President Jaclyn said ...
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by Richard Meek, Friday, October 20, 2023 1:14 pm
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Enhanced flood protection for St. John the Baptist Parish residents continues to draw closer, with the Parish Council approving $9.6 million for a ...
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by Richard Meek, Saturday, September 2, 2023 9:54 am
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Distinctive garbage trucks draped in green and blue have recently been spotted throughout St. John the Baptist Parish, picking up solid waste from ...
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by Richard Meek, Wednesday, August 16, 2023 2:21 pm
LaPlace
LAPLACE — A potential financial shortfall for St. John the Baptist Parish was averted Tuesday night when an ordinance providing for the levy and collection ...
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by Richard Meek, Saturday, July 29, 2023 10:14 am
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Potential raises for members of the St. John the Baptist Parish Council will have to wait. A proposed ordinance introduced by Councilman Warren ...
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by Richard Meek, Tuesday, July 18, 2023 12:34 pm
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Plans for a proposed 49-house expansion in the Harvest Run Subdivision in LaPlace that were previously rejected by the St. John the Baptist ...
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by Richard Meek, Friday, July 7, 2023 5:00 pm
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Motorists driving along Carrollwood Drive in LaPlace are not only in for a smoother ride but also one that will be a bit ...
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by Richard Meek, Wednesday, May 31, 2023 10:22 am
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Kurt Becnel did little to veil his excitement as he “proudly” made a motion during the St. John the Baptist Council meeting May ...
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by Richard Meek, Wednesday, May 17, 2023 12:59 pm
LaPlace
LAPLACE — Lift stations, the St. John Community Center and even a utilities warehouse appear next in line for ongoing Hurricane Ida repairs. St. John ...
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by Richard Meek, Wednesday, May 3, 2023 10:37 pm
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