Briefs: Local Mine Opposition and Federal Cocaine Bust
Residents oppose an acre mesa mine proposed by Albuquerque firms citing dust noise traffic and water use concerns. Nearly 29 pounds of cocaine were found hidden in a vehicle at the Santa Teresa border crossing. a 40 year old Mexican man was arrested. Governor Martinez names Melissa Sousa as reelection campaign manager with Perez Jorge Sanchez and McCleskey in key roles.
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Mesa
Santa Teresa
United States
Mexico
New Mexico
Customs and Border Protection
Santa Teresa Port of Entry
Ray Provencio
Police dog shot during burglary response at Albuquerque business
Albuquerque police say a police dog was wounded and underwent surgery after responding to a burglary call at a commercial property. Officers later found a dead male body at the site, with cause of death not yet available and no weapons fired by officers. A separate report notes a union contract approval at Alta Vista Regional Hospital in Las Vegas after six years of organizing.
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Albuquerque
Simon Drobik
Drobik
Las Vegas
New Mexico
Alta Vista Regional Hospital
National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees
Chaves County officials announce promotions and audits face funding
Audit results show an honest financial picture, with Chaves County earning an outstanding audit alongside three promotions in one week. Sgt Mike Harrington becomes lieutenant to oversee investigations and patrol. James Mason and Doug Perham promoted to sergeants. Also approved emergency funding for the J O Y Center and a fire engine loan plan.
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Nibert
Chaves County
Commission
James Duffey
Rob Coon
Pat Jennings
Mike Harrington
James Mason
Doug Perham
Coon
New Mexico
Robert Corn
Mustang Project: Therapy Horses Help Roswell Youth
The Mustang Project at Assurance Home in Roswell trains wild horses into therapy geldings. About 12 horses have become therapy animals, guiding youths to confidence and gentleness as staff partner with sponsors and local facilities.
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Roswell
Malone
Lee Kyser
Mustang Project
Assurance Home
Kyser
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Susana Martinez
Melissa Sousa
Sanchez
Higher Education Department
Heather Wilson
U.S. Senate
Jay McCleskey
N.M. Hospital
The
Las Vegas Optic
Sierra Volunteer Fire Department
Roswell Independent
Peyton
Center Cut
Pork Chops Family Pack
Fenrs
Oscar Mayer
Olh
Sixsar, Co
FCM
Hobbs
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