Bishop Pelotte Resigns From Gallup Diocese
Bishop Donald E. Pelotte of Gallup resigned with Benedict XVI accepting the paper of resignation due to ill health and serious reasons. The 63 year old had suffered traumatic brain injury after a July 2007 fall and was on medical leave, with Apostolic Administrator Bishop Olmsted guiding the diocese until a successor is named.
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Navajo Council shrink proposal sparks retaliation claims
Diné Bureau reports President Joe Shirley Jr. backs cutting the Navajo council from 88 to 24 citing a 2000 referendum. Lawerence T. Morgan calls the move retaliation and questions timing. Kee Allen Begay labels it politically motivated. Critics warn reduced council harms local communication through chapters.
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Cinco de Mayo events celebrate in Gallup festival weekend
This weekend marks the 7th Annual Celebracion de Cinco de Mayo in Gallup with Mexican music dance and food. Events include a Spanish dance Friday a free outdoor festival Saturday and a Spanish concert Saturday night featuring a taco eating contest and dress contest amid sponsorship by local businesses.
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Judge faces tough choice in Diaz case over probation
District Court Judge Grant Foutz described the Diaz case as one of the most difficult he has faced. He chose probation for Christopher Diaz, 47, who abused his 16 year old stepdaughter in 2005, after weighing police reports, prior domestic violence sentences, and what is best for the family despite calls for prison time.
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