Letters Continued from page A-4 Sentencing Dear Editor
Ronald E. Bjarnstad decries the Martinez case reported by the Albuquerque Journal. He argues Judge William Sanchez improperly reduced nine year terms to concurrent parole and probation, suggesting a two year stay and urging voter accountability for judges. He urges strict full sentences and restitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Martinez
William Sanchez
Albuquerque Journal
Martinez
New Mexico
Sanchez
Judge Sanchez
Dear Editor Letter On Pet Cruelty After Cat’s Death
A reader laments a hit and run that killed their cat on Wagon Train Drive. The writer describes responsible pet ownership and asks why someone would not stop or help, hoping the responsible person reflects later. The letter continues as a plea for accountability and compassion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thad
Wagon Train Drive
Animal Control
We Must Hold Judge Sanchez Responsible for Actions
Civic voices demand accountability for Judge Sanchez amid concerns over conduct and judicial decisions. Citizens urge transparency, independent review, and timely explanations from the local judiciary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Sanchez
Community letter praises animal control and DPS efforts
Letters express gratitude to the Animal Control Department and DPS for handling stray animal issues with care and compassion. They defend policy on patrol car use, traffic enforcement, and emergency driving while urging cost savings to fund more officers. Readers thank neighbors and a bearded driver who aided a grieving family.
Money waste Dear Editor response to “Clear the air”
The writer objects to the letter defending DPS officers receiving their own patrol cars and to the claim that emergency vehicles must follow different rules. The Oct. 27 Observer letter prompts a rebuttal urging uniform traffic and pursuit policies without special exemptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stelzer
DPS
Rio Rancho
Bill Ciocea
the Observer
Thanks to Rio Rancho responders for Lacey daughters care
Mr and Mrs Edward Lacey of Rio Rancho express gratitude to the ambulance crews paramedics Lifeguard One pilot and crew Rio Rancho Department of Public Safety and the DARE Unit for their prompt compassionate service after their daughters Jennifer and Renee Lacey were injured at Lincoln Middle School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Lacey
Rio Rancho
Jennifer
Renee Lacey
Lincoln Middle School
Rio Rancho Department of Public Safety
DARE
Veterans Day Memorial Service in Rio Rancho
At Vista Verde Memorial Park the Rio Rancho Veterans Honor Guard held a Veterans Day service with Mayor Pat D Arco presenting a proclamation. Post commanders were announced, a 21 gun salute occurred and Taps played. An apology was offered to David Santillanes and Vista Verde staff for omitted thanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Rancho
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Ronald E. Bjarnstad
Ronald Bjornstad
Animal Control Department
A. Nolan
Sharon Lacey
LaLa
Sunshine Mortgage cL
Judy
Corrales
Bernalillo
Rio Rancho Inn
Mike Fisher
COORS
N.W
Target Shopping Center
Rick Rolston
Presbyterian Family Healthcare
Rio Rancho Alqo High Resore
Souchem
Lovelace
Southwest
Journal Center
Journal Center Blvd
James Etre
D.D
Jeff Schafter
Kaith Rothberg
Montgomery
Montgomery, NE
Bruce Onofrey
Rio Bravo
Rio Bravo Blvd
Marlene Jarman
Southern Blvd
Jim Rorebeck
O.D
Westside
Coors Blvd
Peter Anderson
William Bigsby, D.D
Lovelace Health
F Lovelace Health Systems
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