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Xavier University graduate Portia Pollock, who was murdered June 8 in a carjacking, was a physical therapist who would drive two hours to see clients because of her love for people.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says although flood insurance rates are expected to rise, flood policies are still the best insurance ever.

Take a bow, graduates! The Clarion Herald has a list of graduating students from all 22 Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

Local Honduran community welcomes the enthronement of Our Lady of Suyapa statue at Divine Mercy Parish in Kenner.

Young entrepreneur will help Spanish newspaper grow through SMS text message service.

Peter Finney Jr., executive editor/general manager of the Clarion Herald, is the recipient of the 2021 Cardinal John P. Foley Award from the Catholic Media Association.

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To mark the start of the 2021 hurricane season, the June 12 issue of the Clarion Herald will feature a special section on all things hurricane. The series of three stories begins with this interview with Fox 8 WVUE-TV meteorologist Shelby Latino.

Rain didn’t deter the faithful from packing St. Louis Cathedral this morning as six men were ordained Priests of Jesus Christ.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Parish in Folsom celebrates its 100th anniversary with a Mass June 13 at 11 a.m. celebrated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond.

Kids’ Clarion asked Msgr. Christopher Nalty, pastor of Good Shepherd Parish, to trace the history and meaning of eucharistic processions as Catholics anticipate this weekend’s Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – Corpus Christi Sunday.

Ignatian Volunteer Corps is holding informational sessions for seniors who want to give back to the community.

Daniels highlights athletic greats who reign from Tangipahoa Parish, with more yet to come.

Giving can be a family affair where each member has voice in the decision.

Lots of fun stuff for seniors to do in the Archdiocese of New Orleans - check it out.

Dwight and Connie Fitch are trying to raise money to help struggling musicians.

Morning of reflection and talk on Eucharistic miracles planned by Catholic Women in Action for June 8 at St. Stephen Church in New Orleans.

Triumphs reigned over the pandemic during the difficult months for 15 sports teams representing high schools in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Congratulations to all!!

Greta Thompson, lead service coordinator at Christopher Homes, Inc., recently spoke to the Clarion Herald about the needs of local seniors.