Thousands of Rio Rancho and Westside drivers who navigate the Unser Boulevard and Paseo del Norte intersection daily are in line for long-awaited relief — but they’ll need to endure roughly three years of construction to get there. Albuquerque officially launched the largest road construction project in its history on March 17: a $62 million […]
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Broadmoor project closures continue through Thursday, here’s how to get around them
Rio Rancho drivers navigating the Broadmoor Boulevard corridor face continued road closures this week as the $8.4 million reconstruction project moves through its most disruptive phase yet, with key closures expected to remain in place through Thursday. Southbound Country Club Drive is closed between St. Andrews Drive and Oakmount Drive, and Broadmoor Boulevard is closed […]
Posted inCorrales, Corrales Comment, Courts, Justice & Safety
Bosque attacks lead to more Corrales police patrols
Corrales police have increased patrols in the Rio Grande Bosque area after a neighboring agency issued a warning of attacks in the area. Police Chief Victor Mangiacapra told the Corrales Comment his department made the change in response to a warning from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office concerning edged-weapon attacks which have taken place in […]
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Harwood Art Center’s Encompass brings community and creativity together
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – The Harwood Art Center is once again opening its doors to the full breadth of its creative community with Encompass, an annual, multi-generational art event that blends exhibitions, open studios and hands-on activities. Running from March 5 through April 11, 2026, the exhibition series culminates in a free Community Celebration […]
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Albuquerque launches $62M Unser-Paseo overhaul, here’s what it means for Rio Rancho, Westside commuters
Thousands of Rio Rancho and Westside drivers who navigate the Unser Boulevard and Paseo del Norte intersection daily are in line for long-awaited relief — but they’ll need to endure roughly three years of construction to get there. Albuquerque officially launched the largest road construction project in its history on March 17: a $62 million […]
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Bernalillo council to take up address overhaul, fire station funding Monday
Bernalillo residents with incorrect or out-of-sequence property addresses could see changes coming — and faster 911 response times — if the town council adopts a new address standardization ordinance at its Monday meeting. The council meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Town Hall, 829 S Camino del Pueblo. Proposed Ordinance 368 would require the town’s […]
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Internal documents show Bernalillo school official shielded abusive teacher for years
The state court lawsuit against a Bernalillo Public Schools teacher, previously reported by The Sandoval Signpost, settled earlier this month though officials remain mum on the details. But a new federal lawsuit expands on the allegations in the state case and an investigation by the Signpost into the school district’s hiring and disciplinary practices reveal […]
Posted inCorrales, Local Government
Corrales fire officials warn of early fire season risk as heat dome settles over region
Corrales fire officials are urging residents to act now as an unusual heat dome pushes the village into fire conditions typically not seen until June — two months ahead of schedule. The Corrales Fire Department is asking residents to clear dead vegetation from their properties and build defensible space around their homes before conditions worsen. […]
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How many gas stations are too many? Neighbors fight Maverick plan to add 4th to Carlisle, Indian School corridor
By Rodd Cayton, The Paper. — How many gas stations can one neighborhood handle? That’s the question neighbors from 8 neighborhoods living along Indian School Rd. and Carlisle Blvd. are asking. A zoning examiner is now weighing a pair of requests that could lead to a new Maverik gas station on the site that was […]
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Albuquerque Honors Local Artists, Organizations with 2026 Creative Bravos Awards
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper — The City of Albuquerque is once again recognizing the artists and organizations shaping the city’s cultural landscape through the annual Creative Bravos Awards. Hosted by the Department of Arts and Culture, the awards honor individuals, organizations and businesses whose work has made a meaningful impact on Albuquerque’s communities. First […]