An aging population nationwide means more funds are needed to support an ever-growing influx of citizens 60 and older, which makes a fundraiser crucial for the Pointe Coupee Parish Council on Aging. …

A decision should come soon on the next police chief for the City of New Roads, Mayor Theron Smith said Tuesday. An interview process is underway on prospective candidate for what will mark the …

A full-time Baton Rouge firefighter who worked last year as an “on call” part-time deputy for Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office is on leave amid an investigation by the office of Louisiana …

Les Cantrell, who oversaw economic development along with planning and zoning more than two decades in Pointe Coupee Parish, died Sunday after a battle with cancer. He was 69. Cantrell operated …

Pointe Coupee Parish February 18, 2026 – February 24, 2026. This list is provided by the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those listed are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY.

 Pointe Coupee Parish February 11, 2026 – February 17, 2026 This list is provided by the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those listed are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY.

The City of New Roads, for the third time in two years, is seeking a new police chief after Mayor Theron Smith ordered Louis Hamilton to relinquish his duties Tuesday. Hamilton was asked to …

While Tuesday, February 17 promises to be another tradition – laden Mardi Gras in New Roads, this year’s edition of the state’s second oldest Carnival celebration has a few changes mandated by …

The days of the Independent Party and any other outside of “Democrat” and “Republican” are now a thing of the past in Louisiana. During races for the U.S. Senate, U.S. House, the …

(New Roads, Louisiana) – Pointe Coupee Parish Government is pleased to be selected as one of the 47 recipients of the 2025-26 Keep Louisiana Beautiful Trash Receptacle Grant Program made possible …

.The Pointe Coupee Parish Chamber of Commerce name Keys & Co. its February 2026 “Business of the Month.” Located at 1111 Hospital Rd in New Roads, LA, Keys & Co. is a populr local retailer offering a fantastic selection of school uniforms, spirit wear, medical uniforms, and casual apparel for individuals and families alike. Business hours are Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and 10 a.mm.-3 p.m. Saturday. .

Pointe Coupee Parish February 4, 2026 – February 10, 2026. This list is provided by the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those listed are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY. Maddox …

Undaunted by the coldest weather of the season, the Krewe of Chemin Neuf presented its second annual parade Saturday through downtown New Roads.   The mercury registered 30 degrees …

The demand for early childhood education remains strong as ever, but it faces challenges. The state has maintained a continuous investment, but the costs of childcare continue to spike. The issues …

Safety along parade routes remains the top priority for New Roads Mardi Gras festivities, but Mayor Theron Smith also wants tougher enforcement on one other issue during this year’s revelry. …

CASA of the 18th JDC is encouraging community members to embrace 2026 as a year of purpose and transformation by becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer. CASA volunteers are …

Work will soon begin on demolition of the building that once housed the New Roads campus of Baton Rouge Community College, which will eventually make way for a new facility and reopening of the …

WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, secured $3,787,500 in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant for the Louisiana Governor’s …

Pointe Coupee Parish January 28, 2026 – February 3, 2026 This list is provided by the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those listed are INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY.

Houma, LA – Synergy Bank’s board of directors recently named promotions within bank leadership. Tommy Marsh was named Vice President and Ashley Bergeron and Brandi Savoie were named Banking …