Port Arthur News

The News was established on March 18, 1897, when the Stump family, while traveling from Missouri, published its first weekly edition in a train's baggage car en route to their new destination. It transitioned to a daily publication (excluding Sundays) in 1901, and a Sunday edition was introduced in 1916, though it faced cancellations and later was brought back. By 1920, The News had absorbed all other local newspapers in Port Arthur, either through closure or acquisition. In 1921, a Texas newspaper group led by E.S. Fentress and Charles Marsh acquired The News and made enhancements to its headquarters and printing facilities until it was purchased by Cox Enterprises in 1976. Cox changed The News from an afternoon paper to a morning one in 1986. In 1991, Cox sold The News along with its companion publication, The Orange Leader, to American Publishing Company, which later sold them to CNHI in 1999. In 2014, Carpenter Newsmedia took ownership of The News.

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Houston men arrested in 2 “jugging” robberies - Port Arthur News

1 day ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 6:05 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 BEAUMONT — Two Houston men are behind bars on charges of aggravated robbery after two “jugging” incidents that occurred in Beaumont and Port Arthur. At approximately 10:40 a.m. Tuesday, the Beaumont Police Department’s Real Time Crime Center was notified of a “jugging” incident in which a victim was followed from Bank of America (265 Dowlen Rd., Beaumont) into Port Arthur and had their bank bag stolen.
Woman hospitalized following Prince Hall shooting - Port Arthur News

1 day ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 2:46 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 A woman is hospitalized following a shooting at Prince Hall Apartments late Saturday night. Port Arthur Police Chief Tim Duriso said the call came in at about 10:45 p.m. for a shooting at the apartment complex. A female was shot and transported to St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. She is listed in stable condition. The incident is under investigation.
Juveniles cited for criminal trespass, not vandalism of park - Port Arthur News

1 day ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 3:01 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 PORT NECHES — Three juveniles, all 16 years of age were taken into custody and released to their parents pending criminal trespass charges after being found at Tugboat Island late last week. The juveniles are not charged with vandalism. Port Neches Police Chief Cheri Griffith said they were notified of vandalism the morning of April 18 meaning the actual vandalism likely occurred the night of April 17 or the wee morning hours of April 18.
Woman hospitalized following Prince Hall shooting - Port Arthur News

3 days ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

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PAISD’s Support Services Center nears opening - Port Arthur News

5 days ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 2:46 pm Friday, April 18, 2025 Tours of Port Arthur Independent School District’s Support Services Center allowed the public and some employees a chance to view the newly renovated facility Thursday. The approximate 86,000 square foot building located at 3701 Texas 73 will hold maintenance, transportation, records, custodial, police, shipping and receiving, information technology, instructional materials and a print shop.
Memorial to explore separating football coach, AD positions - Port Arthur News

1 week ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 12:32 pm Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Chris MooreSpecial to The NewsThe Port Arthur Independent School District Board of Trustees will discuss separating the head football coach position and athletic director title, both of which are currently held by Brian Morgan, who is entering his eighth season with the program. The board will discuss the move at the district’s April 24 meeting.
Name released of shipyard worker who died last week - Port Arthur News

1 week ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 2:24 pm Tuesday, April 15, 2025 PORT NECHES — Authorities have released the name of a man who died at a shipyard in Port Neches. The deceased was identified as Ricardo Manzo-Contreras, 35, of Port Arthur, Port Neches Police Chief Cheri Griffith said. Preliminary autopsy results were not available Monday. Justice of the Peace Brad Burnett said the call came in at approximately 10 a.m. Friday at Sterling Shipyard which is located at 906 Main St., Port Neches.
Worker death at Sterling Shipyard - Port Arthur News

1 week ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 4:52 pm Friday, April 11, 2025 PORT NECHES — An autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death for a Port Neches shipyard worker. Justice of the Peace Brad Burnett said the call came in at approximately 10 a.m. Friday at Sterling Shipyard which is located at 906 Main St., Port Neches. A worker, described as a 35-year-old male, was welding under a barge when a co-worker noticed the man appeared to be asleep. When the man was checked, he was not moving.
Development of Marina buildings approved - Port Arthur News

1 week ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 3:09 pm Friday, April 11, 2025 The two buildings that once served as home for the Port Arthur Yacht Club now have a new purpose under the guidance of developer Selim Kiralp. On Tuesday night, the city of Port Arthur and developer Selim Kiralp LLC, doing business as Pleasure Luxe LLC, entered into a commercial lease agreement for the Pleasure Island property. The two buildings, which are referred to as Building A and Building B, are inside the gated Pleasure Island Marina.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers opening set - Port Arthur News

1 week ago | panews.com | Mary Meaux

Published 2:11 pm Friday, April 11, 2025 NEDERLAND — The much anticipated opening of Layne’s Chicken Fingers is set for next week and will feature food, giveaways and more. The eatery is located at the former home of Mazzio’s, 3028 FM 365 in Nederland. “We know Mazzio’s has a lot of memories and we hope to create new memories there,” restaurateur Masroor Fatany said.