Venus Park will be closed Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. until May 27 to facilitate restroom and parking lot construction. The public is advised to avoid the construction area for safety reasons. Additionally, Venus Park will be fully closed on Friday, May 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the […]
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Santa Fe County to host Wildfire Mitigation Community Education Day in Edgewood
Santa Fe County will be holding a Wildfire Mitigation Community Education Day in Edgewood at the Stan Holden Fire Station on May 24 from 10 a.m. to noon. This free event aims to provide residents, homeowners’ associations (HOAs), and property owners with crucial information and practical resources to lessen wildfire risks and enhance preparation for […]
Posted inNews, Rio Rancho
Revved up for hockey
This story was originally published in The Paper. By Michael Hodock It isn’t exactly a quick drive from Albuquerque to the Rio Rancho Events Center, the city’s largest entertainment venue located on the far west end of the metro area, but residents are willing to make the drive for concerts and other special attractions. Historically, […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Torrance County
Torrance County firefighter named finalist for New Mexico 2025 Firefighter of the Year
Torrance County Fire and Emergency Services has announced that Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate Nicaea Spomer is a finalist for the New Mexico 2025 Firefighter of the Year Award. Spomer has served with Torrance County Fire and Emergency Services for two and a half years, demonstrating a strong commitment to the community, according to a press release from Torrance […]
Posted inEdgewood, Environment, Climate & Conservation
Edgewood Dumpster Days event set for this weekend
Staff report The Town of Edgewood will hold its “Dumpster Days” community service event on Saturday, May 17. The event is exclusively for Edgewood residents, who will be required to show ID. Hours of operation are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If the dumpsters are not full, the event will reopen on Sunday […]
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New bicycle safety law takes effect July 1 in New Mexico
New Mexico is set to implement a new bicycle safety law aimed at enhancing cyclist safety and promoting sustainable transportation. Senate Bill 73, passed during the 2025 legislative session and signed into law by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham in March, introduces the “Idaho stop” law to New Mexico, allowing cyclists to treat stop signs as […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, New Mexico Statewide News
New Mexico Department of Health report reveals alarming health disparities among homeless population
A new report from the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) highlights the severe health challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness in the state. The report, A Novel Strategy for Counting Persons Experiencing Homelessness and Describing Their Health Outcomes in New Mexico Healthcare Facilities, 2019–2023, analyzes statewide hospital data and reveals that people experiencing homelessness […]
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Rep. Vasquez challenges GOP over SNAP cuts to New Mexicans
Staff Report – Congressman Gabe Vasquez, a Democrat representing most of Southern New Mexico and Albuquerque’s Westside, laid into Republican efforts this week cutting SNAP benefits to fund the “big beautiful bill” being crafted to implement President Donald Trump’s immigration and tax policies. During committee debate, Vasquez offered examples of New Mexicans he says would […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety
Watch: Firefighter photos, video take you inside efforts to fight massive industrial fire in North Valley
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County firefighters battled a massive industrial fire in the North Valley Tuesday afternoon. The property contained large stacks of wooden pallets which burned quickly in the wind-driven incident. No firefighters or civilians were injured, though the property owner was evaluated and released on scene, according to fire officials. Fire officials documented their […]
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New Mexico election report shows smooth operation, identifies areas for improvement
Staff report A nonpartisan election observation effort recently finalized a full report on findings gathered during early voting and on election day last year. The report by Observe New Mexico Elections (ONME) indicates a successful election on November 5, 2024, with votes counted, polls opening and closing on time, and equipment functioning properly. ONME, a […]