Category: All Articles
17
Aug
Retreat Together!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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Locals know how much activity goes on in Gretna, from a busy City Hall and courthouse, (after all we are the seat of Jefferson Parish...
10
Aug
Jack and The Beanstalk!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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A beanstalk grows in Historic Gretna with the Story Time Players Children Theater on September 9 at the St. Joseph Complex Auditorium located behind the...
03
Aug
A Lie Will Suffice!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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Jay Wilkinson, Gretna resident and retired federal judge has written a book. And, what a book! He named it “A Lie Will Suffice!” The tantalizing...
27
Jul
New Fire Station Going Up, Up, Up!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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Gretna residents are excited about the new state-of-the-art fire station being built at 1200 Lafayette Street, although it is creating a slight traffic jam with...
20
Jul
Gretna Food Bank!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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The Gretna Food Bank located at 1400 Jefferson Street is so much more than a food pantry! You’ll find clothing, household items, jewelry, electronics, tools...
06
Jul
Meatballs! – Mamma Mia!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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Take two big fat yummy hand-rolled meatballs and spaghetti covered with delicious homemade gravy, add Italian salad and garlic bread and you are in tummy...
29
Jun
Gretna on My Mind!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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The 28th Annual Gretna Prayer Dinner, “Be Led by the Spirit” was just that as Guest Speaker Rev. Orin D. Grant Sr. spoke. Rev. Grant...
22
Jun
Renee, JDC Rock Star!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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Women today enjoy different career options, some go into easily recognized positions as teachers, doctors, accountants, etc., while some fill a more unique position. As...
15
Jun
Denim’s Story!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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The inaugural Walk for Recovery along the levee in Gretna was designed to support the city’s quality of life campaign. Locals participated in the Walk...
08
Jun
50 Reunion!
by (Mary) Helen Williams
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On May 26 boys, now men, from St. Joseph School gathered at The Red Maple Restaurant in Gretna to celebrate their 50th graduation from Archbishop...