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Thursday, November 30, 2023City of New Orleans Announces Notice of Funding Availability for Low Barrier Homeless Shelter
NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced that as of Nov. 22, funds are available for a community-based, non-profit organization to operate the Low Barrier Homeless Shelter. Organizations interested in applying for 2024 funding are required to submit a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) application to the Office of Housing Policy and Community Development (OCD) at NOFA@nola.gov no later than Friday, Dec. 8 by 3 p.m. The maximum award for the project under this NOFA is $3
Thursday, November 30, 2023Special Holiday Tours and Cruises Steam Boat Natchez
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: After a 11.4-million-dollar renovation – the Steamboat Natchez is ready to roll on the river! If you’re looking for a family friendly activity or a unique venue for a corporate outing this holiday season, come aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ for one of her daily jazz cruises…available for lunch, dinner and a Sunday jazz brunch! For ore information on an unforgettable experience this holiday season – just visit www.Steamboatnatchez.comSPECIAL HOLIDAY TOURS AND CRUISESChristmas Eve
Wednesday, November 29, 2023NOPD Launches Fourth Recruit Class of 2023
NEW ORLEANS - Monday (November 27, 2023), the New Orleans Police Department launched its fourth recruit class of the year with 23 recruits. NOPD Recruit Class #200 includes men and women from Louisiana, as well as Alabama, Illinois, New York, and Texas, who have chosen to be part of the NOPD mission to protect and serve the residents of New Orleans and visitors to the city. “The NOPD is proud to welcome the talented and skilled men and women of Recruit Class #200,” said NOPD Superintendent Anne
Wednesday, November 29, 2023City of New Orleans Announces “Dirty Dozen” List of Most Notable Blighted Properties
Dirty Dozen Press Conference NEW ORLEANS — Mayor LaToya Cantrell today was joined by Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for the Office of Business and External Services (OBES) Thomas Mulligan and Director of the Department of Code Enforcement Anthony Davis to officially announce the full “Dirty Dozen” list of the 12 most notable blighted properties across the city. Following the press conference, the department began the demolition of 3418 Sullen Place after receiving an emergency demolition order
Tuesday, November 21, 2023Office Of Homeless Services and Strategy Provide Updates On Tchoupitoulas Encampment Closure
NEW ORLEANS — The Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services and Strategy (OHSS) Director Nathaniel Fields today provided updates on OHSS’ weeklong efforts to close one of the city’s largest homeless encampments on Tchoupitoulas Street under the Pontchartrain Expressway. The Tchoupitoulas Street encampment was officially closed and fenced off Friday, Nov. 17, and the area is now being patrolled to stop trespassers. As of today, 31 people have been housed from the Tchoupitoulas encampment, while five
Tuesday, November 21, 2023PrimoHoagies, Beloved Deli and Cheesesteak Eatery Comes to Louisiana
Tulane Grad Returns to NOLA to Share Philly Institution at New Oak Street location NEW ORLEANS (November 21, 2023) – Growing up, William Kulick always enjoyed visiting family and friends in Philadelphia, but one of his favorite memories included the pilgrimage to PrimoHoagies for his favorite Italian Diablo hoagie, complete with freshly sliced hot soppressata, sharp provolone cheese and hot capicola on house-baked bread. Now the Tulane grad and longtime NOLA resident is bringing the flavor of Philly
Tuesday, November 21, 2023NOPD Working to Adopt Drone Technology
Seeking Public FeedbackDepartment to demonstrate technology, accept public input regarding use policy NEW ORLEANS – The NOPD has announced plans to begin using Small Unmanned Aircraft System technology (sUAS), commonly referred to as drone technology, that will assist the agency as both a force multiplier and a crime-fighting tool. The department will also be seeking public input as policy for use of this technology is being drafted and will also host an upcoming public event to demonstrate the
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Monday, November 20, 2023Gambel Communications CEO Amy Boyle Collins recognized for leadership in industry and community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Alicia Vial alicia@gambelpr.com 504-487-2230 Gambel Communications CEO Amy Boyle Collins recognized for leadership in industry and communityGambel Communications also receives top honors for its work by industry leading professional association NEW ORLEANS (Nov. 20, 2023) – Thursday, Nov. 16, Gambel Communications CEO Amy Boyle Collins received two prestigious awards for exemplary contributions to the community, a Norman C. Francis Leadership Institute Alumni
Thursday, November 16, 2023Good Shepherd School Inagural ''Best Dressed Gala'' To Support School's Mission
Glitzy Gala to Take Place Saturday, December 2 at New Orleans Marriott on Canal Street (New Orleans) –Good Shepherd School (GSS) announced today their inaugural “Best Dressed Gala” will take place on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at The Marriott Downtown with 20 New Orleans celebrities walking the runway to raise money for the Gentilly elementary school whose mission is to provide a quality education to the city lowest economic families. The event’s cocktail hour begins at 6:00 p.m. with the main event
Thursday, November 16, 2023Port of New Orleans and RiverWorks Discovery to Host Area High School Students for Interactive Marit
New Orleans. – The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) and RiverWorks Discovery will host two “Who Works the Rivers” events Wednesday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 17, 2023, to introduce high school juniors and seniors to the importance of waterborne transportation and the diversity of career paths available on the river. Hundreds of high school students from Jefferson and Orleans Parish public schools will engage with representatives from various maritime industry organizations at interactive stations located
Tuesday, November 07, 2023United Way celebrates inaugural Thriving African-American Small Business Initiative grantees
13 local businesses complete matched savings incubator program NEW ORLEANS – On Wednesday, November 8th, United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA) will celebrate the inaugural participants of its Thriving African-American Small Business Initiative (TAASB), a game-changing program designed to help boost the profit potential of Black-owned businesses in greater New Orleans. When:Wednesday, November 8, 2023 Where:New Orleans Jazz Market 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. New Orleans, LA 70113 Time:4 PM
Tuesday, November 07, 2023New Orleans Police Department Yields Impactful Results with New Crime Fighting Initiative
NEW ORLEANS – NOPD Second and Sixth Districts have yielded significant results in recent weeks by implementing a new initiative in proactive policing. On August 13, 2023, the two districts began the first phase of the 680 and 280 Series. The program is a multi-week overtime detail deployment that combines resources between the districts. The mission is to attack criminal activity head-on versus in a responsive mode by using patterns provided by the NOPD Analytics Division and each
Friday, October 20, 2023SBEDF selected to receive prize from GNOF’s Next 100 Years Challenge
St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation awarded $40,000 from the Greater New Orleans Foundation to help secure larger funding opportunities for the Parish ST. BERNARD PARISH, LA – Earlier this year, the St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation (SBEDF) was invited by the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) to pitch its vision for a more resilient St. Bernard while competing in GNOF’s Next 100 Years Challenge. SBEDF presented a wish list of projects that would significantly improve the parish’s
Friday, October 20, 2023New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Announces 'Think Local' Campaign, Set to Kick Off Shop Small Season in 2023
New Orleans, October 20, 2023 – The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce is excited to unveil its latest initiative, called 'Think Local,' which supports locally owned businesses and recognizes their impact on our city's economy. The campaign is set to commence on October 30th, just in time to encourage the community to shop, dine, and experience the unique services offered by small businesses during this holiday season. "Small, locally owned businesses are the backbone of our community. They drive
Wednesday, October 18, 2023Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Friday, October 06, 2023Clean Fleet Benevolence Program to Present Vehicle to Deserving Family this December
Clean Fleet Benevolence Program 2023 Each year the Collision Repair Industry comes across cars that are “written off” by either the owner or the insurance company. Often times these are vehicles that just need some mechanical and body work to get them back on the road and are perfectly safe to drive. Because we believe these cars are going to waste when there are people who really need them, we have decided to do something about it. Clean Fleet Auto Body has partnered with United Way, Sherwin
Friday, September 08, 2023NORLI Announces Leadership Class of 2024
Leaders look to advance Southeast LA through regionalism, inclusion, and nonpartisanship with year-long intensive program. The New Orleans Regional Leadership Institute (NORLI) has selected 55 individuals to participate in its annual Regional Leadership Program. NORLI, which is recognized as a preeminent organization for educating and connecting leaders from across the parishes of Southeast Louisiana, has brought together some of the most influential and dynamic leaders in the region to discuss key
Tuesday, July 25, 2023Build a Roadmap to Your Dream Career
A professional development plan is a powerful tool for guiding your career trajectory and achieving your goals. It's a roadmap that helps you understand where you are, where you want to go, and how to get there. This short guide will walk you through the steps of creating an effective professional development plan that aligns with your career aspirations.Set Specific, Attainable Goals The first step in creating a professional development plan is defining your career goals. What do you want to achieve in
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Friday, January 06, 2023New Orleans Chamber Announces 2023 Executive Committee
New Orleans Chamber Announces 2023 Executive CommitteeLeadership team will spearhead Chamber efforts NEW ORLEANS (Jan. 9, 2023) — The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce today announced its 2023 Executive Committee led by Chairman Todd Matherne, CEO of Renaissance Publishing. Matherne will replace Mindy Nunez Airhart, president & CEO of SSE Steel Fabrication, as executive committee chair. “As one of the largest chambers in the state, the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce’s top priority is to foster
