RSS Feed

Halloween was scary for SMP football teams

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:42am

It was the great thumpin’, Charlie Brown.
Halloween, and Thursday too, were more trick than treat for St. Mary Parish football teams.
Only Hanson emerged with a win, a 45-0 victory over Highland Baptist. In the parish’s other seven games, the local teams fell by an average margin of about 42 points as a long football season nears its end.
On Friday, Jeanerette defeated Central Catholic 44-7. St. James blanked Patterson 57-0, Covenant Christian shut out Centerville 46-0 and Loreauville as a 36-20 winner over Franklin.
On Thursday, Lutcher downed Morgan City 53-8, Donaldsonville was a 49-6 winner over Berwick (see related story) and Catholic-New Iberia beat West St. Mary 55-6.
On Friday, the last night of the regular season, Morgan City will be at A.J. Ellender; Central Catholic travels to Covenant Christian; Berwick hosts St. James; Donaldsonville will be at Patterson; Franklin travels to Delcambre; West St. John will play at Centerville; Jeanerette will be at Hanson; and Loreauville goes to West St. Mary.
Jeanerette 44,
Central Catholic 7
Jeanerette has feasted on St. Mary Parish teams this year, winning all four previous match-ups. This time, Jeanerette was without its top two running backs.
But Kobe Gage filled in with style, rushing for 131 yards and four touchdowns.
The Jeanerette defense, led by Braylon Lewis, was equally adept at shutting down the Eagles, who managed only 81 total yards, 64 of them on the ground.
Jeanerette quarterback Aaron Tillman rushed for 24 yards on a second-and-20 to set up Gage’s first score, a 3-yard TD, 8 seconds into the second quarter.
Four minutes later, Morris Walters broke loose for a 62-yard touchdown run.
Then it was back to Gage, who scored on runs of 77, 1 and 7 yards to put the game out of reach.
Central Catholic’s Xalien Hebert rushed for a 1-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter.
Hebert’s 29 yards led all Eagle rushers. Bryan Wiggins gained 16 yards on eight trips, and James Sanders gained 12 yards on five carries.
Hebert was 4-for-8 passing for 17 yards. Landyn Ramagos, Dominic Lipari, Khyler Willis and Je’Arius Bias each had a catch.
Central Catholic slipped to 3-6 heading into Friday’s game at Covenant Christian.

Donaldsonville defeats Berwick

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:39am

JUDE TARVER, Review correspendent

After last week’s loss to the Patterson Lumberjacks, the Panthers were on the road for just the third time this season against the Donaldsonville Tigers. The game was played on a chilly Thursday night, and the Panthers faced the Tigers on their senior night.
Donaldsonville won, 49-6.
The Panthers started the game with a quick score, Quarterback Vincent Dohman threw to a wide open Carter Dupuis, who ran all the way down the field for a touchdown. It was a 75-yard score for the Panthers, who would take a six-point lead after a failed 2-point conversion.
Similar to Berwick, Donaldsonville would score from 65 yards out. But unlike the Panthers, Donaldsonville made its point-after attempt. The Tigers would get the ball back real quick after a botched punt from Berwick, and would score a touchdown quickly after their first. From then on, Donaldsonville would seize control of the game. Berwick would not put any more points on the board.
After the loss to Donaldsonville, the Panthers fall to 1-8 on the season. This Friday, they will take on the St. James Wildcats. Next week’s game is also senior night for Berwick High.

Berwick Lighthouse Fest set for this weekend

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:37am

Berwick celebrates its 11th annual Lighthouse Fest this weekend with music, food, fireworks, carnival rides and more.
Among the highlights on the riverfront are a neon bike ride Friday, a gumbo cook-off and cookie bake-off Saturday, fireworks Saturday night and a street parade Sunday.
Friday
5 p.m. Ribbon-cutting
Neon bike ride after the ribbon-cutting
5-11 p.m. Vendor
5 p.m. Carnival opens
Saturday
8 a.m.-3 p.m. Pickleball With A Purpose
11 a.m. Gumbo cook-off
11 a.m. Cookie bake-off
10 a.m. Vendors open
Noon Carnival opens
1-3 p.m. Cornhole tournament
9 p.m. Fireworks on the River
Sunday
8:30 a.m. Mass on the riverfront
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Vendors open
Noon Carnival opens
1 p.m. Street parade
Music
Friday
9-11 p.m. Tommy G
Saturday
1:30-3:30 p.m. Shorts in December
4-6 p.m. Left on Red
6:30-8:30 p.m. South 70
9:30-11:30 p.m. Voodoo Gumbo
Sunday
11 a.m.-1 pm. Dustin Ray
1:30-3:30 p.m. Swampland Revival
4-6 p.m. Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition

JAN PAUL FABRE

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:33am

Jan Paul Fabre, born on September 7, 1956, passed away peacefully at his home on October 30, 2025. A lifelong resident of Berwick, Louisiana, Jan dedicated his life to the water, working as a boat captain for most of his career. He had a love for being on the water and fishing.
Jan loved everyone and helped anyone he came across. He never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a hand. He was known for having no filter and for always speaking his mind, and that honestly is what so many people loved most about him.
Jan was married to the love of his life, Angela LaJaunie Fabre, for 49 wonderful years. Together they built a beautiful family and a lifetime of memories. He is survived by his three children: Jessica Savoy and her husband Earlest, Rachel Fabre, and Justin Fabre and his wife Paula. His pride and joy were his grandchildren Hector Membreno III, Joshua Membreno, Emily Membreno, Kade Leger, Hayden Fabre, Elise Fabre, Justin Fabre Jr. (JJ), Kristalyn Duval, and Kason Marks.
He is also survived by his brother Richard Fabre and wife Judy, and sisters Sherry Moore and husband Art, and Lemina White and husband Bill. Jan’s lifelong best friends, Jimmy Aucoin and Ronald Faul were like brothers to him. He leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and friends who will forever cherish his memory.
Jan was preceded in death by his parents Elie Jr. and Zelda Fabre; his in-laws Herman Jr. and JoAnne LaJaunie; his sister-in-law Denise Gros; and his nephew, Johnny Fabre.
Jan will be remembered for the love he had for his family, his generous heart, humor, and the things he had to say, whether you wanted to hear it or not.
In accordance with his wishes, no funeral services will be held.

Central Catholic homecoming king

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:31am

Dominic Lipari is Central Catholic's homecoming king for 2025. He was crowned after the Eagles' homecoming game Friday. The queen is Addison Grizzaffi.

Morgan City homecoming king

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:29am

Submitted photo
Jose Rivera was crowned king at Morgan City High's homecoming Oct. 24. He was joined by Queen Yeymi Tenorio. R

Emergency physician joins Terrebonne General

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 9:26am

Terrebonne General Health System announced the addition of a new emergency medicine physician, Dr. Kelly Maiche, emergency medicine specialist, to the medical staff.
Maiche received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida. She completed her pre-medical courses at the University of North Carolina at Asheville in Asheville and her Doctor of Medicine from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill.
Maiche completed her emergency medicine residency at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans.
She is a member of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine, the American College of Emergency Physicians, the Emergency Medicine Residents Association, the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine and the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
Maiche is fluent in English, French and Spanish.
“We are excited to welcome another Emergency Medicine Physician to our esteemed medical staff,” said Phyllis Peoples, president and CEO. “Dr. Maiche’s expertise and commitment to providing exceptional, compassionate care will further strengthen our ability to serve patients when they need us most.”

Nov. 4 Patterson City Council agenda

Tue, 11/04/2025 - 7:22am

Click on the link below to download a .pdf version of the agenda.

Berwick man faces sex crime charges

Mon, 11/03/2025 - 6:01pm

A Berwick man has been arrested and accused of sex crimes involving a juvenile.

St. Mary Parish Sheriff Gary Driskell said Benjamin Luke Lemoine, 23, Berwick, was arrested Monday on a warrant alleging indecent behavior with a juvenile, carnal knowledge of a juvenile and computer-aided solicitation of a minor.

On Friday, the Sheriff’s Office said, a St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office detective received a complaint of indecent behavior with a juvenile in the Bayou Vista area. The detective met with a complainant who provided information alleging improper behavior by Lemoine involving a juvenile.

An investigation was initiated, during which the detective obtained digital evidence corroborating the statements provided during the course of the investigation, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Based on these findings, a warrant was obtained for Lemoine’s arrest.

The detective coordinated with the Louisiana State Police, who were advised of the active warrant. An investigator with LSP subsequently located Lemoine at a festival and placed him under arrest.

Lemoine was transported Monday to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center for booking. Bail has not been set at this time.
This investigation continues.

Twisted Cat championship tournament will be here this weekend

Mon, 11/03/2025 - 3:18pm

Cajun Coast Tourism, in partnership with Twisted Cat Outdoors, will host the 2025 Twisted Cat Outdoors National Championship in St. Mary parish.
Only the best of the best will compete in this exclusive event, Cajun Coast said. The National Championship brings together the top 50 anglers from the 2025 Twisted Cat Outdoors season, representing states from across the country, to battle it out for the championship title.
The tournament is on Friday and Saturday Nov. 7-8. There will be a pre-tournament dinner meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Morgan City docks.
A total of $28,500 is on the line as anglers compete across 10 categories for their shot at the top. Prizes will be awarded for first through eighth place, Biggest Fish and Angler of the Year, with $10,000 going to the first-place winner and $3,000 to the Angler of the Year. It’s been a close race all season, and everything comes down to this tournament.
The weigh-in will take place at 3 p.m. at the Morgan City docks and is open to the public. Twisted Cat Outdoors invites everyone to come experience the excitement firsthand and watch as massive catfish are brought in for the final count.
The Cajun Coast thanked its supporting sponsors: Morgan City Main Street, the city of Morgan City, Twisted Cat Outdoors, Clarion Inn and Holiday Inn Express.
For more information go to www.cajuncoast.com/event or call 985-380-8224.