Sunday morning dawned with surprising news for many: Bashar al-Assad, dictator of Syria, had fled the country, ending a brutal regime begun by his father. Much of the initial information as to Assad’s status was provided by Russia. The world would later learn that Assad had quietly shipped his family to Russia weeks earlier before […]
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‘Do nothing’ will Not Be Our Answer to Syria
Sunday morning dawned with surprising news for many: Bashar al-Assad, dictator of Syria, had fled the country, ending a brutal regime begun by his father. Much of the initial information as to Assad’s status was provided by Russia. The world would later learn that Assad had quietly shipped his family to Russia weeks earlier before […]
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Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission Unanimously Supports Controversial Solar Project
The Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommends that the county commission approve a request by an Argentina-based energy developer for a zoning change that would allow a controversial solar farm with battery storage to move forward. The planning and zoning commission voted on the zone change during a lengthy meeting Tuesday evening in […]
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Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission Unanimously Supports Controversial Solar Project
The Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommends that the county commission approve a request by an Argentina-based energy developer for a zoning change that would allow a controversial solar farm with battery storage to move forward. The planning and zoning commission voted on the zone change during a lengthy meeting Tuesday evening in […]
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Edgewood, it’s time to Stuff the Bus
The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD), also known as the Blue Bus, is partnering with the Town of Edgewood, Edgewood Lions Club of New Mexico, Sandia Mountain Lions Club and East Mountain Food Pantry to host a Stuff-The-Bus Event aimed at helping families in need during the holiday season. The food drive is set […]
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The Edge of Christmas
The Town of Edgewood hosted an all-day Christmas party Dec. 7 full of twinkling lights, caroling and a visit from Santa at Venus Park. Edgewood’s Parks & Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council partnered on this year’s Reindeer Run, a free 5K event that was open to fitness buffs of any age or skill […]
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Where’s My Mail?: Mail/Porch Piracy in Edgewood
Recently, Edgewood residents have been affected by mail theft, or “porch pirates,” as online shopping has increased. Recent social media posts have made Edgewood’s complaints heard. Cases range from missing mail and wrong delivery addresses to suspicion of having packages stolen. Mail or porch pirate refers to individuals who steal packages or mail left outside […]
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Barbara Spada
Barbara Spada, age 82, formerly of Covert, NY, passed away on December 5, in her Land of Enchantment for the past 30 years, New Mexico. She loved the wide-open spaces of the high New Mexico desert, the smells and sounds of the Southwest. In New Mexico, Barb lived a simple but happy and spiritual life. […]
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Barbara Spada
Barbara Spada, age 82, formerly of Covert, NY, passed away on December 5, in her Land of Enchantment for the past 30 years, New Mexico. She loved the wide-open spaces of the high New Mexico desert, the smells and sounds of the Southwest. In New Mexico, Barb lived a simple but happy and spiritual life. […]
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Albuquerque Band Brings Blend of Traditional Irish Folk and Rock n’ Roll to East Mountains
This weekend, venues in the East Mountains and Torrance County will be getting a taste of “Celtic-flavored funky fusion” from an Irish Americana band composed of members who have been in the New Mexico music game a long time. Dirty Old Town ABQ (DOTABQ) brings their diverse mix of Irish, Cajun, Norteño/Tex-Mex, country, rock, folk, […]