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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 2002
Page
1
Andrea Yates, 37, was found guilty of two counts of capital murder for drowning her five children, ruling she knew right from wrong despite mental illness. Jurors rejected insanity and her sentencing now heads to a penalty phase with possible death or life in prison.
Israeli tanks and troops entered a key West Bank city and Palestinian refugee camps, killing 31 Palestinians in what authorities called a large operation. Seven Israelis died, including six in an ambush near Lebanon. The campaign marks one of the broadest since 1967.
Roswell councilors weigh options as AMR contract nears 90 day notice end. Mayor Bill Owen says the decision is among the most important for the term while an advisory group studies month to month arrangements and alternatives. AMR asserts it will not abandon the city and emphasizes service quality remains key.
A man opened fire inside Our Lady of Peace Church Lynbrook killing Rev. Lawrence Penzes and 73-year-old parishioner Eileen Tosner. He was captured after a daylong standoff and faces murder and assault charges. Parishioners describe the chaotic moments as police planned arraignment.
Artesia residents approved a February school mill levy and a March one eighth cent gross receipts tax to fund infrastructure and economic development. Mayor Daniel Reyes Jr credits persistent public communication and civic teamwork for the votes and notes the Main Street renovation amid merchant strain and efforts to ease disruption.
Roswell area viewers tune to State Television for local programming in southeast New Mexico. The segment highlights regional scenery and community features, showcasing Roswell’s role in the state network lineup.
Roswell water department employee George Peterson announced his candidacy for District 1 on the Chaves County Commission. He attacks current management, pledges no tax raises, bans fireworks and cockfighting, and focuses on aid for the poor while decrying the Republican establishment as out of touch.
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