A flatbed truck carrying debris from Los Alamos National Labs overturned on U.S. 84/285 outside Santa Fe earlier this month prompting State Police and a response team from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to close the roadway and test for contamination. According to a news release from the NNSA’s Los Alamos Office, a contractor […]
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Pat Davis is the founder and publisher of nm.news. In a prior life he served as an Albuquerque City Councilor.
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside Albuquerque
Driver Accused of Killing Road Worker in Sandoval County to Appear in Court
Cuba — A 65-year-old driver accused of striking and killing a road crew safety worker while driving through a construction zone on U.S. 550 near the Apache Nugget Casino north of Cuba in Sandoval County is scheduled to make his first felony court appearance next week. Court documents filed earlier this month in District Court […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
State wants to address drinking water issues at 138 local systems
New Mexico environment officials put more than 100 drinking water systems on notice last week that they need to provide plans to address drinking water deficiencies by mid-August or potentially face steep fines. The 138 letters sent on July 29 by the New Mexico Environment Department declare that those drinking water systems responsible for sending water to […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
BernCo Commissioners Approve Funds Bringing Big Upgrades to Tijeras Community Center Park
The Bernalillo County Commission has approved the use of the Cooperative Educational Services (CES) Agreement for the renovation of Los Vecinos Community Center Park in Tijeras. The motion, sponsored by District 5 Commissioner Eric Olivas, kicks off a significant project to revitalize this essential community space. “Los Vecinos Community Center is not just one of […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Edgewood, Local Government, Uncategorized
BernCo Commissioners Approve Funds Bringing Big Upgrades to Tijeras Community Center Park
The Bernalillo County Commission has approved the use of the Cooperative Educational Services (CES) Agreement for the renovation of Los Vecinos Community Center Park in Tijeras. The motion, sponsored by District 5 Commissioner Eric Olivas, kicks off a significant project to revitalize this essential community space. “Los Vecinos Community Center is not just one of […]
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BernCo seeks E. Mtn. residents for public boards
Bernalillo County is issuing a call for residents to bring their unique skills and perspectives to fill several board vacancies. This is a chance for Bernalillo County residents to voice their concerns and make a difference in their community. Youth Sports Commission Two vacancies – Districts 1 and 5 (Commissioners Barbara Baca and Eric Olivas), […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Local Government, Uncategorized
BernCo seeks E. Mtn. residents for public boards
Bernalillo County is issuing a call for residents to bring their unique skills and perspectives to fill several board vacancies. This is a chance for Bernalillo County residents to voice their concerns and make a difference in their community. Youth Sports Commission Two vacancies – Districts 1 and 5 (Commissioners Barbara Baca and Eric Olivas), […]
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What are they building? Venus Road delays explained
Drivers along East Venus Rd. will encounter delays and road crews until Sept. 6 while crews work to install new drainage culverts, repair the roadway and repave a 1.2 mile stretch of the road. The construction zone begins at Evening Star Loop and extends eastward. Officials encourage drivers to seek an alternate route using Venus […]
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What are they building? Venus Road delays explained
Drivers along East Venus Rd. will encounter delays and road crews until Sept. 6 while crews work to install new drainage culverts, repair the roadway and repave a 1.2 mile stretch of the road. The construction zone begins at Evening Star Loop and extends eastward. Officials encourage drivers to seek an alternate route using Venus […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Edgewood teens stand out on Teen Night
The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council hosted another successful Teen Night Saturday in Venus Park. Teens gathered for games, food and music by Ryan Milligan and Leeroy Kirkbride. The town extended a special thanks to Diane and John Linsley of Daily Bread and Pastor Rick Sena of Vineyard […]