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Sheriff's deputy doing his job on MTV



Monday, November 17, 2008 9:15 AM CST

Deputy Ricky “Bobby” Steinert has busted hundreds of unruly drunks and drug addicts in his 10-year law enforcement career. But last month was a first — he did it live on reality TV.

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Mandeville advances with win over Slidell

Monday, November 17, 2008 11:22 AM CST

Throughout last week Mandeville heard how difficult it is to beat a team twice in the same season, especially a district rival.


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Despite recent events, Buell has served city well

It’s been a tumultuous year for Mandeville Police Chief Tom Buell, who announced his retirement Thursday night.



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Team spirit...

Friday, November 14, 2008 10:37 AM CST

A group of Slidell High School students are demonstrating school spirit the old-fashioned way, with body paint and a lot of noise.



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  • Northlake Christian School repeats as state champions
    Defending state champions Northlake Christian School made it two in a row today, beating Episcopal School of Acadiana for Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division V volleyball championship at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner. NCS lost first two games then, in must win situation, came back to claim last three games and the championship trophy. The scores were: 23-25 Episcopal, 21-25 Episcopal, 25-19 NCS, 25-23 NCS, 15-10 NCS. Hannah Miranda named most outstanding player.Sunday, November 16, 2008 12:06 AM CST
  • Fontainebleau falls in title game
    Fontainebleau lost the Division 1 state volleyball championship match tonight to St. Joseph's Academy of Baton Rouge at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner. FHS won the first game, 26-24, then St. Joseph's won the next three, 25-21, 25-10, 22-22.Saturday, November 15, 2008 11:34 PM CST
  • NCS, Fontainebleau playing for state championships Saturday
    Northlake Christian School swept Metairie Country Day Friday, 25-22, 25-22, 25-12, to advance to the finals of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division V state volleyball tournament.Saturday, November 15, 2008 11:34 PM CST

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  • 'Tis the season to buy...vehicles

    Monday, November 17, 2008 9:19 AM CST
    Thanks to plummeting gas prices, impressive manufacturer deals and the Northshore’s solid economy, conditions are more favorable now than they’ve ever been for purchasing a vehicle, Keith Williams with Robert Levis Chevrolet and Cadillac in Slidell said recently.
  • Mandeville police chief announces retirement

    Monday, November 17, 2008 9:19 AM CST
    “It’s been a great ride,” but it’s over for longtime Mandeville Police Chief Tom Buell.
  • McCurley will lead new high school

    Monday, November 17, 2008 9:19 AM CST
    Slidell Junior High School Principal Brennan McCurley has been named principal of the new high school set to open next August near Mandeville, the St. Tammany Parish School Board announced Thursday.

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Playing the bagpipes on the Northshore

Monday, November 17, 2008 12:20 PM CST

The sound the bagpipes make emits a rich melody of emotion encompassing a history of war and peace. It resurrects memories of lost loves and past reveries. From leading two sides into battle to setting a festive spirit, the bagpipe player still plays, and his tune can be heard close to home.

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Winter puddings gem of 'found' cookbook

Friday, November 14, 2008 10:37 AM CST

While organizing the garage for the first time in the six years since we have lived here, I unearthed a box that had been unopened since we packed up and moved after too many storms forced us to flee to higher ground. In fact, it had never been opened since my sister sent it me after our parents died 4 years before that. Inside was “stuff” no one else in the family had any use for, so after 10 years what could possibly interest me?

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