Smith sworn in as Roswell police chief amid ceremony
Phil Smith was officially sworn in as Roswell police chief at the Roswell Police Department on Friday. Magistrate Court Judge K C Rogers administered the oath. City and county officials praised Smith and the department, with Smith pledging fair and consistent leadership and a commitment to quality of life for Roswell residents.
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Roswell man jailed 30 months for felon in firearm possession
Roswell resident Harley Harkness, 41, was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for unlawful firearm possession. He faces two years of supervised release. Officers found a .22 rifle two loaded pistols and ammunition during a search at his Roswell home after a domestic violence call. He pleaded guilty in June to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Winter storm batters New Mexico roads and schools
A major winter storm pounded northern New Mexico with ice snow and wind. I 25 and many roads were slick as crews plowed and spread cinders. Schools delayed or closed as Eastern New Mexico University and Carlsbad Caverns NP halted operations. Forecasters warned of heavy snow and mixed precipitation across the state with up to several inches in low areas and feet in the north.
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Salvation Army Delivers Thanksgiving Dinners to Needy
The Salvation Army offers free Thanksgiving meals for elderly disabled and low income families unable to travel. Call 575-622-8700 to order. deadline is Tuesday. Meals delivered to those who request them.
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