This letter is provided as opinion/commentary from the Bushra Elfarissi. You can submit your own: editor@citydesk.org New Mexico has made significant strides in addressing poverty, but we must ask: Are we truly addressing the root causes of poverty and bridging the wealth divide, or are we merely offering short-term relief? The state’s reposition from first […]
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BernCo leaders applaud NM governor’s legislative priorities
Bernalillo County leaders’ legislative priorities and housing goals are largely aligned with those that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham identified in her State of the State speech. One county commissioner said she’s optimistic about the possibility of meaningful steps taken to address the state’s — and the county’s — housing crises. “I was appreciative of some […]
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BernCo leaders applaud NM governor’s legislative priorities
Bernalillo County leaders’ legislative priorities and housing goals are largely aligned with those that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham identified in her State of the State speech. One county commissioner said she’s optimistic about the possibility of meaningful steps taken to address the state’s — and the county’s — housing crises. “I was appreciative of some […]
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New exhibition features work by those experiencing homelessness
A rare art collaboration marking its 28th year takes center stage during a Feb. 1 opening at Albuquerque’s Harwood Art Center. The new exhibition features work by those who are experiencing homelessness or have previously been unhoused. “Between Dust & Stars: Echos of the High Desert,” is a collection by the artists of ArtStreet — […]
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New exhibition features work by those experiencing homelessness
A rare art collaboration marking its 28th year takes center stage during a Feb. 1 opening at Albuquerque’s Harwood Art Center. The new exhibition features work by those who are experiencing homelessness or have previously been unhoused. “Between Dust & Stars: Echos of the High Desert,” is a collection by the artists of ArtStreet — […]
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El Rey owners say Downtown crime drives insurance costs up
Albuquerque small business owners often say operations are challenging in the best of circumstances, whether it’s navigating supply chain issues, the cost of goods, paying bills or making payroll. But when you add vandalism, theft and other crimes to the mix — at least in the case of the Historic El Rey Theater owners — […]
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El Rey owners say Downtown crime drives insurance costs up
Albuquerque small business owners often say operations are challenging in the best of circumstances, whether it’s navigating supply chain issues, the cost of goods, paying bills or making payroll. But when you add vandalism, theft and other crimes to the mix — at least in the case of the Historic El Rey Theater owners — […]
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City Council considering contract to upgrade public housing
The Albuquerque City Council on Wednesday is expected to consider approving a contract with a nonprofit organization to upgrade multiple low-income properties to make them more energy efficient. City councilors may also vote on a capital outlay request for a playground at the city’s balloon museum. Upgrades for low-income apartments If the contract with the […]
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City Council considering contract to upgrade public housing
The Albuquerque City Council on Wednesday is expected to consider approving a contract with a nonprofit organization to upgrade multiple low-income properties to make them more energy efficient. City councilors may also vote on a capital outlay request for a playground at the city’s balloon museum. Upgrades for low-income apartments If the contract with the […]
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BernCo rolls out new zoning rules for shooting ranges
Bernalillo County gun enthusiasts could eventually have more options for target practice, firearms education and training. County commissioners have approved new zoning rules that will permit indoor and outdoor shooting ranges in some unincorporated areas. Zoning administrator Maggie Gould said the county’s comprehensive zoning ordinance previously had no provision for shooting ranges. She said staff […]