General News

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The M/V Plaquemines Pride will return to service at the Belle Chasse/Scarsdale landing on Monday, March 9th beginning at 5am. Read on...

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The Arts, Parks, and Recreation Department (APRD) is hiring! Read on...

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Empire Swingbridge Notification The Empire Swingbridge on Hwy 11 is currently out of service to vehicular traffic due to mechanical issues. Read on...

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M/V Plaquemines Pride Update The vessel will be transported to a shipyard for drydock and repairs on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Read on...

Baseball, Softball and T-Ball registration is now open on LeagueApps and in the office. Read on...

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SERVICE DISRUPTION The M/V Plaquemines Pride is currently out of service for repairs. Read on...

Two major road improvement projects are coming to LA 406 and LA 23 in 2026. The LA 406 roundabout at F. Edward Hebert Boulevard begins between late April and early June (9-month duration).... Read on...

Community Meeting for February 23, 2026 Recap and Community Meeting for February 24, 2026.... Read on...

Boil Water Advisory Update - Chevron Oronite South Gate to River Oaks Drive Effective immediately, the boil water advisory that was issued from the Chevron Oronite South gate to River Oaks Drive has been lifted.... Read on...

Building a Stronger, Safer Plaquemines President Hinkley was honored to celebrate the graduation of our newest firefighter recruits. Read on...

Plaquemines Parish Government wants to wish you a happy President's Day.... Read on...

Plaquemines Parish Governments want to wish you Happy Mardi Gras... Read on...

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for the northern Plaquemines Parish until 2:30am Read on...

Presidents Day - Mardi Gras-- In observance of Presidents Day and Mardi Gras, all Government Buildings will be CLOSED on Monday, February 16 Tuesday, February 17… Read on...

SERVICE RESUME AT POINTE A LA HACHE Refueling complete and power restored. Read on...

2 coaches needed 9/10 Yr. Read on...

Plaquemines Parish Health Department offers FREE vaccines. Read on...

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SERVICE DISRUPTION – PLANNED REFUELING The Pointe à la Hache Ferry will temporarily shut down Wednesday, Feb. Read on...

Woodland Industrial Park Due to a broken water main, water service in the Woodland Industrial Park will be shut down in approximately one hour. Read on...

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The cold air is starting to move in again. Read on...

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Plaquemines Parish Trash Pickup Update Due to winter weather conditions, trash pickup may be delayed throughout Plaquemines Parish. Read on...

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Plaquemines Parish Government will delay start of normal office operations to 10am on Monday, January 26th due to winter weather conditions. Read on...

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Due to today’s weather, and anticipated overnight conditions which may result in icy conditions on roads, bridges and ferry routes all Plaquemines Parish Arts,… Read on...

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Winter conditions are forecasted for Monday, January 26, through Wednesday, January 28th. Read on...

As the potential of extremely cold temperatures increase for Sunday night to Tuesday, here are some cold weather safety tips to follow: Read on...

Blood Donations Needed Our local blood supply is currently below recommended levels. Read on...

We’re monitoring weather conditions this weekend and will continue ferry service as long as it is safe to operate. Read on...

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Hwy 23 (Cedar Grove Area) Hwy 23 is closed in both directions near River Oaks Drive in the Cedar Grove area south of Chevron Oronite due to an accident… Read on...

Martin Luther King, Jr. Read on...

SERVICE RESUMED! Read on...

You’re invited to attend the Community Conversations, an opportunity for residents to connect with parish teams, ask questions, and share ideas about our community. Read on...

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! Read on...

In observance of the New Year Holiday, all Government Buildings will be CLOSED on Wednesday, December 31 Thursday, January 1 Friday, January 2 There will be NO garbage pickup on December 31, January 1, or January 2. Read on...

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In observance of the Christmas Holiday, all Government Buildings will be CLOSED on Wednesday, December 24 Thursday, December 25 Friday, December 26. There will be NO garbage pickup on December 24, 25, or 26. Read on...

The Belle Chasse Customer Service Center will be closed for the holidays Dec.22 -Jan. 2. Read on...

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A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing partners who made these events shine: Belle Chasse High School Band, Brenda Hymes, Plaquemines Parish Assessor’s Office, Ryan Fowler, Plaquemines Parish Council Members, Stanley Johnson, Plaquemines Parish Fire… Read on...

There are no changes to the currently suspended tolls at this time. Read on...

Flu season is here, and keeping our community healthy is a top priority. Read on...

This special gathering is our way of saying thank you to the dedicated men and women who work tirelessly throughout the year to serve the people of Plaquemines Parish. Read on...

Our annual Christmas Tree Lighting events in Plaquemines Parish begin today! Read on...

We’re developing a Safe Streets for All Plan, and we want to hear from the people who use our roads every day. Read on...

A new photo update has been posted for residents to view. Read on...

We’re entering the final stretch! Read on...

Service IS CURRENTLY SUSPENDED due to a minor mechanical issue with M/V Plaquemines Pride. Read on...

Effective immediately, the Empire Swingbridge is back in service to vehicular and motor vessel traffic. Read on...

Venture Global is hosting a Christmas Gift Giveaway to help bring holiday cheer to local families this season. Read on...

Wednesday, December 10, from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM at the Belle Chasse Library.... Read on...

The Plaquemines CARE Center is pleased to announce that starting in March, they are offering a Grief Processing Group... Read on...

On December 4, 2024, Plaquemines Parish celebrated groundbreaking ceremonies for the Joint Emergency Coordination Center (JECC), which will be located at the Medal of Honor Park, and the Basin 2 project.... Read on...