Day Care Safety Tips

Sheriff Mike Tregre asks: DAY CARE: HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY? With millions of double-income households, more and more families have turned to day care as a primary means of child care. When parents entrust the welfare of their...

Domestic Violence Advice

A man who beats a woman will do it again. And again. And again. There are no class, racial, ethnic, religious or economic boundaries when it comes to domestic violence. Anyone can be a victim. Anyone. Sheriff Mike Tregre says, “Battering is about power and...

Halloween Safety Tips

Recommended Trick or Treating Hours in St John Parish: October 31st, 6:00-8:30 p.m. For Parents Only Sheriff Mike Tregre says “Parents and children should prepare for a safe and fun filled Halloween” Halloween is not a state holiday. It is not an official...

Holiday Shopper Advice

Sheriff Mike Tregre advises shoppers, Personal safety is a must this holiday season Shoppers are making their lists and checking them twice. But, they are probably neglecting to check their safety. Just how safe is shopping at this time of the year? Perhaps not nearly...

Home Security Advice

Sheriff Mike Tregre cautions, “Protect your family and home from intruders. Don’t let the hustle and bustle of the holiday season make you careless in protecting your home from potential criminals. Criminals take advantage of the holiday season to prey on...

Safe Summer Driving Plans

The start of summer signals vacation travel for millions and millions of Americans. And, the travel choice for most of them is still the road trip. A great deal of planning and preparation generally goes into making vacation travel as enjoyable as possible. Everything...