Edgewood’s police department relocated to 21 Main St, a new address, on Jan. 6. The department’s current building, located at 23 E Frontage Rd, was permanently closed to the public on Jan. 3. In a Facebook announcement, the department stated that its administrative office will be closed from Jan. 6 to Jan. 10 to complete […]
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Torrance County Commission Meeting Recap
On Dec. 11, the Torrance County Commission discussed road conditions, animal welfare and public safety. Recent snowfall and rain have caused frustrations among the Torrance County community. These weather conditions have caused extensive damage to county roads, especially dirt and gravel routes, which residents said have become impassable. This impacts both personal vehicles and school […]
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Town of Edgewood Commission Meeting Recap
The Edgewood Town Commission meeting on Dec.17 covered various topics, including holiday greetings, grant applications, administrative matters, future plans, advisory board appointments and the 2025 holiday calendar. Mayor Kenneth Brennnan wished the Edgewood community well wishes during the holiday season and urged everyone to partake cautiously in the holiday celebrations. If needed, he stated the […]
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East Mountain Christmas 2024: Warm Weather, Potential Storms and Last-Minute Shopping Hours
The holiday season is upon us, and it’s certainly better to be safe than sorry. Some aspects to consider include the weather and which stores will offer services for any last-minute shopping. In terms of weather, this Christmas will be hotter than expected, but the community should still be prepared for a possible storm on […]
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Edgewood Commission Meeting Recap
During the Town of Edgewood’s Regular Commission Meeting Dec. 10, the commission discussed the process for appointing a new commissioner for District 5, among other essential concerns. With Sterling Donner out of the position, the commission unanimously agreed to advertise the job opening in the local newspapers, on social media and possibly, on the radio. […]
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Edgewood Amends Cannabis Ordinance to Ensure Legal Accuracy
During Edgewood’s Regular Meeting Dec. 10, the town commissioners approved amendments to the cannabis ordinance to correct a technical error regarding conditional use and variances. The main legal concern for the Cannabis Ordinance 2022-03 was correcting a technical error by removing the word “variance” to avoid any potential legal challenge in the future. This correction […]
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Where’s My Mail?: Mail/Porch Piracy in Edgewood
Recently, Edgewood residents have been affected by mail theft, or “porch pirates,” as online shopping has increased. Recent social media posts have made Edgewood’s complaints heard. Cases range from missing mail and wrong delivery addresses to suspicion of having packages stolen. Mail or porch pirate refers to individuals who steal packages or mail left outside […]
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Edgewood Police Department Proposes In-Town Training Facility
During the Nov. 26 Town Hall meeting, Edgewood’s Police Department proposed establishing a mobile training facility to provide its officers with the highest standard of training. An overview of the location, design features, safety measures and cost considerations illustrated the need for enhanced training, improved officer safety, and increased community trust. Lieutenant David Lovato and […]
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Pre-K teacher, previously investigated by CYFD, faces rape charge following an almost yearlong investigation
A 32-year-old man from Albuquerque with a previous run in with the state’s Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD) currently faces first degree criminal sexual penetration charges. Michael Kimball, a former employee at New Mexico Early Learning Academy in Tijeras, is accused of raping a student at the school’s library in December 2023. In an […]
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Mayor of Edgewood plans to run for re-election in 2025
After losing to incumbent Matthew McQueen by a 61%-39% margin to win New Mexico’s District 50 state representative seat, Edgewood Mayor Ken Brennan said he plans to run for re-election to the commission in November next year. In addition to his plans for re-election, Brennan is currently focused on his duties as mayor and seeking […]