Heat waves, protests loom as DNC prep tightens security
About 30 anti abortion activists marching in heat near the city warn of safety concerns as Mayor Kenney issues a heat advisory. High 90s expected all week with misting tents and water along FDR Park. Officials ban large trucks on I 95 corridors and close ramps near the arena while host committee wraps scrims bearing JFK quotes. Ed Rendell says the scrims showcase productivity and city beauty ahead of world focus.
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Sunrise Optimist Club Roswell Hosts Successful Pancake Breakfast
The Sunrise Optimist Club of Roswell held its annual pancake breakfast on July 16 at Bethel Baptist. All you can eat pancakes and sausage were served as club members cooked and served. proceeds support the club’s youth projects and donations to youth organizations. Pancake Breakfast Chairman Richard Glenn credited members for the effort and invited others to join the Sunrise Optimist Club to help improve Roswell for youth.
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Leadership New Mexico names 2016 17 board of directors
Betty Read Young of Roswell returns to Leadership New Mexico 2016-17 Board of Directors. The organization, founded in 1995, runs programs like Core, Local Government Leadership, and Connect New Mexico to develop leaders across 83 New Mexico communities.
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Artesia Endures 20 Days of Triple-Digit Heat
Artesia reports a 20 day run of 100 degree highs with most parts of the city in triple digit territory. The National Weather Service confirms 100 degree high on Friday as residents install misting systems. Forecasters expect the heat to ease to the 90s by Monday.
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Caregivers Accused of Exploiting 95-Year-Old Veteran
Santa Fe officers say a 62-year-old man Joe Rosko and his partner posed as caregivers to Dennis Ferk, a 95-year-old veteran, and forged multiple credit cards. They allegedly opened about a dozen cards in Ferk and Zeemin names, racking up about $340,000 in personal purchases. Arrest warrants were issued this week on charges including exploitation and forgery.
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