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NOPD 4th District News: – Commander Change & Toy Distribution

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NOPD FOURTH DISTRICT GETS NEW COMMANDER

The NOPD 4th District will have a new commander as of January 3, 2015. As part of Chief Harrison’s realignment of the NOPD leadership team, it was announced on December 30, 2015 that 4th District Commander Shaun Ferguson will become the Commander of the Second District. His replacement is Ceasar Ruffin, who currently serves as the Assistant Commander of the Fourth District, will become the Commander of the Fourth District.

Algiers has enjoyed an excellent relationship with the NOPD 4th District under Commander Ferguson’s leadership. We look forward to continued good relations with Commander Ruffin.

For a complete list of NOPD changes, click here.

NOPD FOURTH DISTRICT DISTRIBUTES OVER 140 NEW TOYS TO AREA STUDENTS

Event was part of department-wide community policing effort that provided new toys to over 500 students across the city

 

 

On December 16, 2014, officers teamed up with community partners, including the Algiers Neighborhood Presidents Council, to give new toys to more than 100 students at William J. Fischer Elementary. Then on December 21, officers invited 42 students from William J. Fischer to the Fourth District to receive a brand new bicycle.
 
State and City officials, along with the Riverview Neighborhood Association and Aurora West Civic Association participated in the events.
 
The events in the Fourth District followed similar NOPD toy giveaways held in every police district in December where a total of over 500 area students received new toys.
 
For more Toy Giveaway pictures, click here.

Extended Algiers Library Hours Start January 3, 2015

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As a result of the library millage increase approved in 2015, extended hours for New Orleans Public Libraries will begin on January 3, 2015. The schedule for all libraries is shown below.

The Algiers Regional Library will be open 7 days a week – M-Th: 10a-8p, Fri & Sat: 10a-5p, Sun: 1-5p.
The Hubbell Library will be open 6 days a week- M-Th: 10a-8p, Fri & Sat: 10a-5p.
The Hubbell Library will have a Champagne (& Cider) Toast to celebrate the new hours on
Thursday, January 7, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm.
The address is 725 Pelican Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114.
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Walnut Bend Neighborhood Watch/Community Potluck/Scavenger Hunt

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  • Sat, Dec 5, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Starts at St. Nick and Fiesta
  • Bring your favorite dish and family to include furry friends. Come on out, mingle and socialize with your neighbors. We will also be discussing crime, safety and you will be given the opportunity to sign up for the Walnut Bend Neighborhood Watch. We will close out with a neighborhood SCAVENGER HUNT! If you are interested inbox me. Other communities are welcome. WE are a community.