The Torrance County Sheriff’s Office issued a warrant for a man’s arrest in McIntosh after he allegedly threatened his neighbors with a handgun near the Dollar General near NM-41 and Shondale Lane on Sunday, Oct. 12. Officers arrived to meet the victim and his girlfriend at the Dollar General parking lot. The victim’s girlfriend said […]
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New Mexico Cattle Growers to address herd health threats at December conference
The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association will host its annual Cattlemen’s College focused on protecting livestock from emerging disease threats Dec. 10 at the Hotel Albuquerque. The one-day conference, titled “The Healthy Herd: What is it? What’s It Take? How to Protect or Reclaim It?” will address biosecurity measures and best practices as ranchers face […]
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Bernalillo County offers free green waste disposal for East Mountain residents
Bernalillo County announced the return of Green Waste Days, offering East Mountain residents free disposal of yard debris from Oct. 25 through Nov. 9 at the East Mountain Transfer Station. The program, aimed at helping property owners reduce wildfire risk, allows residents to drop off green waste at no charge at the transfer station located […]
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Bernalillo County leaders urge federal delegation to protect public lands
Bernalillo County commissioners are calling on New Mexico’s congressional delegation to oppose any federal legislation that would reduce public land protections, citing concerns about potential sales or transfers of federal lands that include the Sandia Ranger District near Tijeras. Commission Chair Eric Olivas and Commissioner Barbara Baca introduced a resolution at Tuesday night’s meeting supporting […]
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Edgewood commission to review budget adjustment, maintenance and more at regular meeting
By Lauren Lifke The Town of Edgewood Commission will move to discuss staffing, budget adjustments, zoning ordinances and maintenance on Range Road during its regular meeting on Tuesday at 6 p.m. The commission will review and take action on Resolution 2025-039, which will adjust the previously approved budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, according to […]
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Bernalillo County Commission to address immigration protections, affordable housing projects
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider strengthening protections for immigrant residents and approving multiple affordable housing developments when it meets at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Ken Sanchez Commission Chambers. Vice Chair Adriann Barboa and Commissioner Barbara Baca are sponsoring legislation that would establish “safe community spaces” and affirm the county’s commitment to […]
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East Mountain schools to host community health and wellness extravaganza
Roosevelt Middle School, A. Montoya Elementary School and San Antonio STEM Elementary School will host the East Mountain Extravaganza, a free community health and wellness event, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at Roosevelt Middle School, 11799 State Highway 14 S. The event will feature free health services, including a vaccination clinic […]
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Moriarty high schoolers seek to move prom to civic center
By Lauren Lifke Students from Moriarty High School spoke in front of the Moriarty City Council to request rental of the civic center for a reduced price, so they can have their prom this year at a new venue. The six students were all from the Moriarty High School class of 2027 student council. In […]
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Longtime city councilor Anaya sworn in as mayor weeks after announcing a step back
By Lauren Lifke The Moriarty City Council appointed City Councilor Steve Anaya as its new mayor on Wednesday, less than a month after Anaya said he would not be running for reelection for the seat he’s held for over three decades. The appointment came three weeks after then-Mayor Brandon Webb resigned because of the city’s […]
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Explore the Mother Road: Route 66 Centennial lectures coming soon
A coalition of New Mexico historical societies has announced the dates and locations for its free 11-part lecture series celebrating the 2026 Route 66 Centennial. The Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series is sponsored by the Albuquerque Historical Society, East Mountain Historical Society, Historic Albuquerque, Inc., and the Los Ranchos Historical Society. The events will feature […]