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A “no confidence” vote was never taken for fire chief, Firefighters Association says
The president of the Port Arthur Professional Firefighters Association Local 397 said its members did not issue a vote of “no confidence” against the now ...
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Barking dog leads to discovery of overturned Jeep, deceased man
MAURICEVILLE — The cause of death of a man who was found in an overturned vehicle in Orange County is pending autopsy results. The rollover ...
by Mary Meaux, Monday, April 29, 2024 3:13 pm
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Miss Port Neches Sophia Lewis looks to be inspiration for others, make a difference
PORT NECHES — Being crowned Miss Port Neches means much more than a title for Sophia Lewis. “It’s a position to be inspirational and really ...
by Mary Meaux, Sunday, April 28, 2024 12:10 am
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Drainage project details outlined for concerned Stonegate-area residents in Port Arthur
Residents in the golf course area are feeling the impacts of the city’s multi-million dollar project to enhance the capacity of the drainage system. Approximately ...
by Mary Meaux, Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:30 am
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Interim Port Arthur fire chief talks department morale, next plans in wake of leadership shakeup
For recently appointed Interim Port Arthur Fire Chief Robert Havens, the goal going forward is to work with the city, fire department, community and all ...
by Mary Meaux, Friday, April 26, 2024 12:00 pm
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Faith & Family Night adds Christian fellowship to Port Neches RiverFest festivities
PORT NECHES — The mission of Faith & Family Night during Port Neches RiverFest is to bring the body of Christ together and develop interdenominational ...
by Mary Meaux, Friday, April 26, 2024 12:20 am
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Here are the examples of positive education growth in Port Arthur, local leaders detail
Local leaders shared educational successes from the classroom and beyond during the Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce Leadership Luncheon. Port Arthur Independent School District ...
by Mary Meaux, Thursday, April 25, 2024 12:20 am
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RiverFest planning days of family fun, numerous attractions
PORT NECHES —This year’s RiverFest promises something for everyone. Held May 1 to May 5 at Port Neches Riverfront Park, the annual festival features Thunder ...
by Mary Meaux, Thursday, April 25, 2024 12:14 am
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Assessment team shares tornado damage totals, possible avenues for reimbursement
Data from the Port Arthur tornado that hit a section of the city April 10 sheds light on the damage and response. Jermey Houston, deputy ...
by Mary Meaux, Thursday, April 25, 2024 12:08 am
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Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce earns top distinction; 1 of few nationwide with the accreditation
The Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce is one of 11 across the U.S. earning a special accreditation recently. Monique Thierry, vice president of the ...