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Albuquerque pizzeria honors late owner on the anniversary of his death
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A southeast Albuquerque pizzeria is honoring its late owner on the two-year anniversary of his killing. Giovanni’s Pizzeria on San Pedro gave out complimentary food to Albuquerque police detectives and members of Albuquerque Fire Rescue to honor Rosario Zito. Zito was killed two years ago during an attempted robbery at his store. […]
Cabezon offering cooking sessions for kids
Kids will get a chance to learn how to make lunch items for three weekends from 10 a.m. to noon at Cabezon Community Center with the help of Parks and Recreation staff. "Kids ages 9 -16 will learn to prepare fun and creative lunches and snacks, while also learning about nutrition and healthy eating," it reads online.
City of Las Cruces issues breach of lease notice to Memorial Medical Center
On Thursday, the City of Las Cruces issued a notice of breach letter to Memorial Medical Center [MMC] and Lifepoint Health concerning the lease agreement between the city, Doña Ana County, and the healthcare provider. City and county leadership gathered Friday for a news conference to discuss the ongoing dispute.
UNM president appoints new executive leader to Health Sciences Center
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Former inmate finds new life after release thanks to P.A.W.S. Program
Shawn Merl works six days a week as a caretaker, trainer, and dog walker for Action Programs for Animals in Las Cruces. Shawn went to work there after he was released from the Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility in July, after serving nearly a twelve-year sentence. Five years ago while still incarcerated, Shawn became involved with the P.A.W.S. prison program.
Game officials stop El Paso area high school football game after tensions escalate
SANTA TERESA, NEW MEXICO — The Mountain View and Santa Teresa football game ended earlier than expected after the two teams became testy. With 6:30 remaining in the game Thursday night, Aug. 29, game officials stopped the play before tensions escalated further. Mountain View won the season opener 33-7. Early in the fourth quarter,...
Alamogordo Local Nonprofit Aims to Create Largest Permanent Labyrinth in New Mexico
A remarkable project nearly two decades in the making is underway in New Mexico. A local nonprofit, Capped, Inc., is working to develop the largest permanent labyrinth in the United States. The Trinity Turtle Healing Labyrinth Park in Alamogordo is expanding to become the nation’s largest permanent labyrinth. “When we...
Santa Fe County’s biggest connecting road project completed after decades of planning
SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe County has never had a project like it. Now after two decades of talk, some major connector roads are finally ready for drivers to roll on. County leaders celebrated what has been a long time coming in Santa Fe’s Community College District. “I am thrilled. It makes me […]
Santa Fe community rallies around teen diagnosed with leukemia
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Within just a week, a Santa Fe freshman went from starting high school to starting chemo after a life-changing diagnosis. Dominic Harvey-Montoya, 14, started this school year like any other. “He puts his best foot forward for everything he does,” said Chelsea Talamante, Dominic’s mom. But just days in, Talamante said things […]
Chicken Salad Chick coming to Winrock Town Center; eyeing more sites for expansion
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After opening its first location in New Mexico in April, Chicken Salad Chick is getting ready to open its second, and possibly third, restaurant in the state. Franchisees Jennifer Sanchez and Keith Murray opened their location at 10621 Unser Blvd. NW near McMahon Boulevard NW...
Pick Apples And Celebrate Northern New Mexico’s Heritage At Los Luceros Harvest Festival Saturday Sept. 22
ALCALDE — Los Luceros Historic Site (LLHS) invites everyone to join in their largest event of the year, Harvest Festival, which kicks off the apple picking season. The event is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 22, and the orchard will be open for visitors to pick apples to take home. This family-friendly event celebrates the harvest season, as well as Northern New Mexico’s rich culture and heritage.
YHWH And The Eternal Present Archaeologist Dr. Steven Collins To Speak In Los Alamos
YHWH and the Eternal present Archaeologist Dr. Steven Collins to speak Sunday, Sept. 8 at the Los Alamos Church of Christ at 2323 Diamond Drive. This presentation is open to the community. Dr. Collins is among the world’s foremost biblical archaeologists. He is Director of the School of Archaeology at...
Man arrested for aggravated burglary in Clovis
CLOVIS, N.M. (KFDA) - One man has been arrested following an aggravated burglary in Clovis on Friday. According to a news release, two 911 calls were received around 10:10 a.m. on Friday from a home near College Park Drive and Hammond Boulevard. The 911 callers reported that someone had broken...
Local deli weighs in on listeria outbreak; officials urge public to be diligent
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A Bernalillo County resident is among nine people who’ve died as a result of the largest nationwide listeria outbreak tied to deli meat in over a decade. Now, some of New Mexico’s small, local delis are doing what they can to reassure customers their businesses are safe. “This has, I mean, it […]
ABQ BioPark holding free event for teachers on September 21
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Teachers from the metro and surrounding areas are invited to explore the ABQ BioPark Zoo and see the educational experiences available for their students. This is part of the BioPark’s annual Teacher Open House. It will be on September 21 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Admission is free for teachers and […]
City of Artesia opposes State electric vehicle charger mandate
The City of Artesia opposed state requirements that new electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations be added to certain new construction projects in New Mexico. City Councilors voted Aug. 13 to approve a resolution in opposition to the rules, said Luke Burns, City of Artesia spokesperson. He said the council had...
Pop Pop’s Italian shaved ice mobile units offer unique event experience
Since 1997, Pop Pop’s has been serving the best Italian shaved ice in Albuquerque. In 2018, the company was sold to new owners who transitioned it to a new business model that focuses on mobile retail units. With several thousand events in the last few years, Pop Pop’s has grown to over eight mobile units and opened a retail store in 2022.
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