If you’ve got a knack for getting that perfect shot, the Town of Edgewood wants to see what you’ve got. As part of the town’s celebrations leading up to the 25th anniversary on July 1, organizers are looking for Edgewood residents to submit their best shots around town in the Essence of Edgewood Photo Competition. […]
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NMDOT Extends Public Comment on Plans to Demolish Carnuel Bridge
After the New Mexico Department of Transportation held a meeting May 16 to hear public concerns about its I-40 Tijeras Arroyo Bridges study, there has been a huge public interest and response. The study was a process officials followed to gather data for a new project proposal. The proposal recommends replacing the I-40 eastbound/westbound bridge, […]
Edgewood Animal Sanctuary Director Involved in Crash While Transporting Injured Animal
The director of a popular animal sanctuary in Edgewood was recently involved in a wreck that totaled her company vehicle while taking one of her rescue pigs to an emergency vet appointment. Shanda Melendrez, aka “Mama Misfit” is the executive director and founder of the Misfits of Oz Farm Sanctuary in Edgewood. While driving some […]
The Independent News: June 6, 2024
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Edgewood Approves Another Resolution to Get Abortion Referendum on the Ballot
The Edgewood Commission for a third time approved a resolution in hopes of putting an anti-abortion referendum on the ballot. At a commission meeting May 30, commissioners unanimously approved a resolution directing the town clerk to issue a proclamation for a special all mail-in vote election. If approved by the secretary of state, residents of […]
New Mexico 2024 Primary Elections Wrap-up
After primary win, Sam Bregman all but cinches 4 more years as DA As more than 73,000 voters — about 22% of those eligible — headed to the polls in Bernalillo County on Tuesday, eyes were on the expensive and high-profile race for district attorney. The winner of the Democratic primary essentially clinched the race […]
Jaramillo Wins Commission Nomination
The unofficial results of the primary election have all but decided who will win in the general election come November in Torrance County. While there is still a chance that an independent candidate or a write-in could make it on the ballot, the county is likely to vote GOP. Of the county’s 10,411 registered voters […]
Edgewood 25th Anniversary Celebrations Kick Off With Carnival
By Linda Burke, Town of Edgewood The Town of Edgewood has planned a spectacular summer full of more than 20 events through June and July. The community is marking a big milestone, the 25th anniversary of the town’s municipal incorporation on July 1, 1999. This week’s fun-filled, four-day carnival at Venus Park kicks off the […]
Edgewood 25th Anniversary Celebrations Kick Off With Carnival
By Linda Burke, Town of Edgewood The Town of Edgewood has planned a spectacular summer full of more than 20 events through June and July. The community is marking a big milestone, the 25th anniversary of the town’s municipal incorporation on July 1, 1999. This week’s fun-filled, four-day carnival at Venus Park kicks off the […]
New Mexicans react to Trump verdict
This story is republished from City Desk ABQ as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in news coverage that matters to New Mexico. As the entire country learned about the historic conviction of former president Donald Trump on Thursday, City Desk ABQ kept an eye out for what our local elected […]