Whispering Pines Senior Center is getting an upgrade after the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners approved grant for infrastructure improvements at the Tijeras facility. The financial resolution accepts a one-time […]
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Bernalillo County approves funding for Isleta Boulevard Corridor Project
The next phase of the Isleta Boulevard Corridor Project has been approved by the Bernalillo County Commission, marking a significant investment in local infrastructure. The project, which stems from an […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Local Gov.
Albuquerque and Bernalillo County working together for a Summer of Nonviolence
Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque’s Community Safety Department have partnered for the 2025 Summer of Nonviolence, a seasonal initiative promoting peace and safe activities for youth. The kickoff […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Courts, Justice & Safety
Inmate dies at Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center
An inmate at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) died Wednesday morning, despite life-saving efforts by staff and medical personnel. According to a press release from Bernalillo County, the […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Local Gov.
Bernalillo County receives grants for public safety and green spaces
Bernalillo County has secured three grants aimed at enhancing public safety and developing sustainable, community-centered green spaces. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) was awarded a $162,695 Edward Byrne Justice […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Local Gov.
From blight to bling
The Nob Hill neighborhood will see a marked improvement in the streetscape after Bernalillo County Commissioners voted to approve financial incentives that will mean the replacement of an abandoned motel […]
Posted inBernalillo County, East Mountains, Local Gov.
Bernalillo County wants to talk about community improvements with East Mountain community
Bernalillo County is hosting a Community Conversation in Tijeras Thursday to discuss improvement projects in the East Mountains. The public community meeting runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Local Gov.
BernCo Commission OKs pre-apprenticeship program
Bernalillo County Commissioners Tuesday decided to launch one arrow they think will hit two targets. The pre-apprenticeship and job internship program commissioners approved is intended to help local young adults […]
Posted inBernalillo County, East Mountains, General Interest
Bernalillo County offering free groceries to low-income seniors
Free groceries are available to senior Bernalillo County residents from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of every month at the Tijeras Senior Center located at 10 Tijeras […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Local Gov.
Housing and hotel to go before BernCo board
Bernalillo County Commissioners have housing on their minds. Commissioners are considering a pair of bond issues that would pave the way for the construction and renovation of almost 300 new […]