Senate votes to avert default and end government shutdown
The Senate passed a bipartisan bill 81 to 18 to fund the government through Jan 15 and allow Treasury borrowing through Feb 7 or longer, aiming to end the 16 day shutdown. The measure, backed by the White House, moves to the House for final passage and signature by President Obama.
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Iran nuclear talks end on upbeat note
The two day talks closed with optimism as Western and Iranian officials signaled seriousness in seeking a resolution. EU diplomat Catherine Ashton called the meeting intensive and important while Foreign Minister Zarif spoke of a new phase and mutual willingness to find common ground.
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Salvation Army helps veteran get new piano roof
Roswell veteran Leonard Meekins a former Air Force missile facility maintainer bought a baby grand from the Salvation Army after playing it all day. He pledged to leave it in the store and now uses music to give back to the community. Meekins, Roswell High School graduate, served two tours at Vandenberg and credits piano playing with improving his health post surgery. See ROOF.
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Roswell Woman Arrested For Helping Kids TP Trees
A Roswell woman was arrested Friday after assisting youths in toilet papering trees. Officers spotted a vehicle near Mission Arch and Elm Streets with several youths clinging to the sides, and police found 10 to 15 juveniles involved.
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Local Brokers Split Over ACA Impact Panel in New Mexico
A panel of Roswell area insurers at Pepper's Bar and Grill discussed early effects of the Affordable Care Act. Attendees, including Sonny Espinoza Renee Swickard and Nicole McWilliams, voiced concerns over rising premiums and uncertain market changes as the exchange rolls out in 2014.
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