The state of New Mexico has mobilized various state agencies to provide crucial support to residents affected by the recent fires and floods across the state. A new state Disaster Resource Center has been established at the Daniel Fernandez Recreation Center, located at 1103 Hwy 314, Los Lunas, 87031. The center will operate seven days […]
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New Mexico Smith’s workers reach deal to avoid strike over unfair labor practices
The United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) Local 1564, which represents thousands of grocery store employees in New Mexico, announced Monday afternoon that it has reached a deal on a new contract with Smith’s just days after 97% of its members at Albertsons and Smith’s Food and Drug Stores approved a strike authorization. The […]
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Trash, water and fireworks on the Edgewood agenda
By Andrea Vasquez The Edgewood Town Commission will hold its next regular meeting on June 24, with key decisions on town services and public safety on the agenda. Commissioners are expected to hold discussions on the proposed Solid Waste and Water Utility ordinances. The Solid Waste Ordinance aims to establish clear guidelines for trash service, […]
Posted inLocal Government, Sandoval Signpost, Westside Albuquerque
Sandoval Commission to consider new chief hire
By Rodd Cayton Christopher Bagley is on the verge of climbing to the top rank at Sandoval County Fire and Rescue, the department he started his career with in 2005. County commissioners Wednesday are set to promote Bagley from deputy chief to fire chief, following the recommendation of a selection committee. According to the agenda, […]
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New UNM Behavioral Health Response Team brings help home in Sandoval County
By Andrea Vasquez A new mobile behavioral health team is now available in Sandoval County to provide in-person support for residents facing mental health crises, as part of a statewide push to expand access to care in New Mexico. The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center recently announced the launch of its latest Behavioral […]
Posted inCorrales Comment, Housing & Homelessness, Local Government
How loud is too loud?
The Corrales Village Council will take up that question Tuesday evening while considering changes to the noise ordinance. The village’s ordinance isn’t enforceable as is and fails to protect neighbors from noises emanating from Corrales Road establishments that feature live music several nights a week, resident Sabine Shurter said. She said noise from the location […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News
Officials work to save the Rio Grande silvery minnow
As the time came for the Rio Grande silvery minnow to begin spawning this year, officials had concerns that not enough eggs would be produced. Grace Haggerty, a hydrologist with the Interstate Stream Commission who oversees endangered species work on the Rio Grande, outlined some of the efforts that crews undertook this year to help […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Housing & Homelessness
Applications open for 2025 State Fair Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge
The New Mexico State Fair is now accepting applications for one of its most popular culinary competitions: the Original Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge. Local restaurants have until noon on June 30 to apply for a shot at claiming the coveted title of New Mexico State Fair Green Chile Cheeseburger Champion. Eight restaurants will be selected […]
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Local food pantry seeks community support to restock essential items
As more families face difficult times, the East Mountain Food Pantry is stepping up and asking the community for help to continue its mission of feeding those in need. The nonprofit, which serves food-insecure families across Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Torrance counties, is seeking donations of several high-demand staples: In 2024, the pantry served 1,408 […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Edgewood, Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos, Route 66 Independent, Westside Albuquerque
Want to serve in the municipal government or school board? Here’s how to file your candidacy paperwork
The 2025 local elections are just around the corner and people who want to run for office should be getting ready to file their candidacy paperwork. The 2025 elections are nonpartisan races that include municipal government, school boards and soil and water conservation districts. Candidates for most local elections will need to file their paperwork […]