Taos and Red River were picked among the 10 best ski towns in North America.

By Fr. Glenn Jones: I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! After the hectic beginning of another school year, coupled with the cooler weather, it’s always a favorite holiday as we begin to slide into the winter season and the dreariness which often accompanies it. However, of course, now

Sharing our time to take those in our orbit into nature is a way to strengthen connections with one another and with the beautiful lands that surround us.

Home Building: Q+A with Realtor Val Brier

Councilor Michael Garcia, who's on the outs with at least a few colleagues, might enter the election for mayor of Santa Fe.

In its news release, St. Francis Medical Center said the man was found on April 15 in an area of South Los Angeles.

Ultra low-cost online retailers Temu and Shein are giving Western retailers a run for their money this holiday shopping season.

JESSE W. DEUBEL Executive Director New Mexico Wildlife Federation It’s hard to believe that 2024 is about to end. It seems like we just wrapped up the 2024 legislative session and now we are only six weeks away from starting the 2025 session. The New Mexico Wildlife Federation (NMWF) will

The U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees is blaming Israel for halting aid deliveries through the main cargo crossing into Gaza because of the threat of armed gangs who have looted recent convoys.

Highway and Canyon View: Texas Highway 207 weaves its way through the rugged landscape of Palo Duro Canyon in the Texas Panhandle. This route allows travelers a view of the mid-section of the canyon which is privately owned ranch land. The canyon stretches for more than 100 miles and varies

Both veterans and non-military colleagues of Marine reservist Robert Carian, center, surprised him in the parking lot of the technical area where Carian and his colleagues support capital projects required to meet the nation’s plutonium pit production goals. Courtesy/LANL LANL News: A team in Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Plutonium Infrastructure

COUNTY News: Meet Frank, available for adoption at Los Alamos Animal Shelter at 226 East Road. Frank is a very sweet, kind boy believed to be around 2 years old. Visit the shelter website or stop by the shelter 226 East Road. All adoptions at the Los Alamos Animal Shelter

A woman accused of leading police on a high-profile wrong-way chase on Interstate 25 that claimed the lives of a Santa Fe officer and a retired firefighter from Las Ve…

Regardless of whether President-elect Donald Trump follows through on his pledge to deport millions of immigrants, educators around the U.S. are bracing for upheaval.

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A view of a canyon in Bandelier National Monument. Photo by Cody Dalpra/NPS Read More

The twice-yearly shot was 100% effective in preventing HIV infections in a study of women, and results published Wednesday show it worked nearly as well in men.

COUNTY News: The community is invited to attend and share thoughts on the New Mexico State Road 4 Crossing and Multi-Use Trail Project at this week’s public input meeting. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 in Fire Station #3 on N.M. 4 in White Rock, as

Maria Naranjo has been bringing joy to nursing home residents and others who need a helping hand for some 40 years.

Daily Postcard: Busy little birds, these Golden-Crowned Kinglets seldom stop moving. This frantic behavior makes them a prize for birders and photographers, especially to get a glimpse of the golden center stripe on their heads. When agitated, these birds can flare their crowns to reveal fiery red feathers hidden beneath

NMSU to host welcome reception for new president

Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, The Rev. Lynn Finnegan, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry and Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com By DEACON AMY SCHMUCK Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church I grew up in a secular home, that is to say, we did not

Master Gardeners: A Firethorn Farewell

Scene of shoppers on Small Business Saturday Nov. 30, 2024, inside Samizdat Bookstore & Teahouse in Central Park Square. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Manager Teri Nixon packages gifts for shoppers on Small Business Saturday at the Lobby Shop inside Los Alamos Medical Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Boomerang Owner Anna

The start of the holiday season brings the brilliance of light in all its forms.

Rob Clark, left, from Wenatchee, Wash., was visiting his son Jacob McCallum-Clark, right, a local golfing community member and his family for Thanksgiving. To the delight of everyone, Clark hit a hole in one on Hole 6, at 150 yards using a pitching wedge Nov. 29 at Los Alamos Golf

LANL researcher Yu Seung Kim received the sustainable energy technology award in October at the Electrochemical Society’s PRiME conference. Photo by Hui Xu/Paul Kenis LANL News: Yu Seung Kim, materials scientist at Los Alamos National Laboratory, has been honored by the Electrochemical Society (ECS) for his significant contributions to fuel

A map of reported criminal offenses provided by Santa Fe police shows 97 reports of "theft from a motor vehicle" throughout the city.

Wikler, 43, has led Wisconsin Democrats since 2019, and he has served as a top official at MoveOn, the progressive advocacy group.

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From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich: WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) cosponsored the Health Care Affordability Act, legislation to make permanent the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits for Health Insurance Marketplace coverage as extended through the Inflation Reduction Act. The enhanced premium

That the country might soon be without a government is adding to the French malaise - a soup of industrial layoffs, strikes, demonstrating farmers, anemic growth and a yawning deficit.

As an earnest, cutting-edge green builder of a Santa Fe affordable housing subdivision before the crash of ’08, I had for years been proselytizing the virtues of propo…

As the city and county wrangle over the future of Area 1B, residents cite what they say are unfulfilled promises in other neighborhoods.

After stormwater spilled over a drainage channel into her backyard, an Alamo Drive resident has been trying to get the city to take action.

The Trash Pandas have organized more than 50 cleanups, logged 1,300 volunteer hours and cleaned up 13 tons of trash in just 18 months.

The free event will bring entrepreneurs face to face with more than 20 lenders and financial service providers.

A gift to The Santa Fe New Mexican contributes mightily to your community newspaper’s first donor-supported journalist.

A story on Page A-1 published Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, misspelled the last name of Kim Griffis.

Cutting was once an influential figure in New Mexico whose political aspirations led him to buy The Santa Fe New Mexican.

Santa Fe Public Schools has adopted a pilot program to curb phone usage in class via magnetically locked phone pouches.

Zelazny had been suffering from reduced mobility for a number of months following a cerebellar stroke in September.

A 57-year-old Española man who tried to get officers to shoot him by advancing on them with a knife received a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to two charges stemming from a July 1 incident.

LANL News: Per regulatory requirements, this email is to notify the public that the following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Electronic Reading Room. The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory These documents and many

LANL News: In 2024, Los Alamos National Laboratory received eight diversity- or employment-related awards. “While improving our workplace culture and standards is ongoing, the recognition we received this year is a reflection of many contributors’ unwavering commitment to fostering a healthy and positive work culture for all employees,” Acting Diversity

New Mexico State Police recently conducted operation on crimes against Santa Fe's homeless, leading to 25 felony arrests.

View this morning at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area now open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for the 2024-2025 ski season. Due to a significant wind event this week, several trees remain down on the mountain so ski with care and please be understanding as the mountain crew continues to clear fallen

NMSP News: ROSWELL — Nov. 18, 2024, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Investigations Bureau was requested by the Roswell Police Department to investigate an officer involved shooting (OIS) involving a Roswell Police Department officer. NMSP agents learned that at approximately 7:30 a.m. a child called 911 from 7 Oak

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Police arrested Geronimo Vigil, 37, and Mariah King, 24, after an armed robbery, a car chase and crash on Thanksgiving.

The Johnsons say their new store increases access to less-lethal guns and training for residents increasingly frustrated by rising crime.

The Plaza was packed with eager families as city officials flipped the switch on over 30,000 lights.

Meghan Montelibano Gorman's Santa Fam Instagram page details free and affordable activities for families with children under the age of 5.

The utility has proposed to build a $250 million solar and battery storage facility in the Four Corners region called the Sunbelt Project.

Former Rio Arriba County Sheriff James Lujan was released from prison in 2023 after serving 18 months.

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center's annual competition, which is free to enter, will stay open for the next two weeks.

The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department allowed the abuse to continue for too long, the lawsuit alleges.

The advance on Aleppo followed a shock offensive launched by insurgents Wednesday.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has released a new plan to protect the state’s iconic Joshua trees, which are imperiled by wildfires, human development and climate change.

A misdemeanor case brought by an Española Police Department detective against a school board member has been dropped, citing a lack of evidence.

Mia the Meatball’s idea of rodent control is watching a mouse from the couch and hoping it trips. Mia is a particularly plump purrbaby! Her jelly belly muffin top actually dragged on the ground when she arrived, but with careful calorie restriction and a high fiber diet, she is slowly

Deputies arrest man with warrant after he led them on a chase through city

Police and firefighters faced a tense situation on Nov. 20, as they tried to convince a man not to jump off the Santa Clara Bridge.

The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley.

Spaña Vida along with OG Veteranas, Cholowz and Wicked Mindz car clubs, hosted a community meal at 3 p.m. Nov. 24 in front of Spaña Vida on Riverside Drive. Anyone in need was welcome to pick up a warm plate. The volunteers also packed to-go boxes, which were distributed to

The longstanding circus school nonprofit Wise Fool has seen an outpouring of community support amid recent uncertainty.

More countries saying they want to address the total plastic on Earth.

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season comes to a close Saturday, bringing an end to a season that saw 11 hurricanes compared to the average seven.

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Nov. 18-24. Oct. 18 10:05 a.m. Shoplif…

A homicide case involving Taos Pueblo artist DeAnna Suazo, who was found lifeless outside of her residence near her vehicle in 2021, has take…

A man who allegedly attempted multiple armed robberies around Española on Nov. 11 is now facing nearly a dozen charges.

On this week's podcast episode for Voices of Taos, join Assistant Editor Geoffrey Plant as he talks with Bernie Ellis, a Peñasco cannabis grow…

Rio Arriba County deputies got close to catching a man wanted on several warrants, after allegedly shooting at Española City Police and fleeing on Oct. 24, but he got away after crashing into a ravine.

1. Village of Taos Ski Valley objects to gondola passenger restriction The Village of Taos Ski Valley Council expressed disappointment during …

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The Taos County Economic Development Corporation's Matanza meat processing facility won't open this year, despite optimistic predictions in 20…

The specter of a Donald Trump presidency loomed over the Legislative Health and Human Services Committee during a discussion last Friday (Nov.…

Nearly 100 years of mining in Questa produced thousands of tons of molybdenum, but left a toxic legacy. The mine's underground workings and op…

Bernie Ellis, the public health epidemiologist-turned-cannabis-outlaw whose "Great Ganja Giveaway" in Dixon and Peñasco supplied roughly 200 p…

In a nod to the area's growing reputation as a world-class snow sports destination, Taos County ski resorts placed in multiple categories of t…

Drug and alcohol recovery looks different in rural areas. Twelve-step programs aren’t so anonymous when everyone in town knows what’s going on…

Taos Clinic for Children and Youth (TCCY) is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Clifford Scott to its pediatric team. With over 30 years…

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New Mexico lawmakers have long talked about changing the way the state handles capital outlay as projects that have been awarded funding fail …

When Brian Cronkite joined the Film and Digital Media Arts (FDMA) program at UNM-Taos last spring, he wasn’t quite sure what to expect. A life…

A bomb threat at Rio Grande Alcoholism Treatment Program late Friday evening (Nov. 22) turned out to be a hoax, according to Taos Police Depar…

A deputy from the Taos County Sheriff’s Office and an officer with Taos Police Department were cited for careless driving following their resp…

Taos County Fire and EMS Chief Michael Cordova found his place in life and in his community when he became a firefighter in 2007. For the past…

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An Española woman is set to be arraigned Nov. 21 on charges of forgery and fraud for allegedly trying to cash a fraudulent check for $8,000.

Stray Hearts Animal Shelter in Taos is seeking a new executive director, according to Catherine Horsey, the shelter’s interim ED. “In our experience in Taos, it sometimes takes months to

The door of Popolo’s Games swings open and closes with a jingle on Friday night (Nov. 22) as visitors crowd inside Taos’ only game shop. Insid…

Building on its 40-year history of addressing food insecurity and clothing needs in Taos County, St. James Episcopal Church has launched a $3.…

When is comes to something as personal and intimate as handling your money and organizing your finances, peace of mind is no small thing.

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The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley.

"We didn't find anything suspicious, and there's no threat right now, so we're opening everything back up."

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Nov. 11-17. Animals currently in care: 69 Total intakes year-to-date: 400 Adoptions and transfers this year: 381

Tempting as it may be to shop in your PJs, few experiences match the joy of discovering that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift It’s like finding a long-lost treasure and experiencing Taos

On Thanksgiving, I sometimes look forward more to the side dishes than the turkey. It’s not that I don’t adore turkey — I do. But I love the challenge of

New Mexico lawmakers have long talked about changing the way the state handles capital outlay as projects that have been awarded funding fail to materialize and huge sums of money

The Santa Fe chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (Road Runner Chapter) recently presented a $1,500 check to the Española Junior High School ROTC programs. The donation will allow these future leaders to travel and participate in activities which develop leadership, teamwo…

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Nov. 13 – 17. Nov. 13 12:01 p.m. Stray Animal, La

District court judges can independently raise questions about evidence obtained through a warrantless search without a motion being made by a defense attorney or another party, the New Mexico Supreme

Lisa O'Brien, executive director of the Taos Housing Partnership, delivered an update to the town council last week that was received with a mixture of praise and criticism. O'Brien stated

I love a good cranberry sauce as much as the next person at Thanksgiving ­— from a spicy cranberry relish to the smooth jelly that comes out of the can, so gelled you cut it with a knife.

A woman who was arrested on suspicion of DWI picked up more charges after she allegedly tried to escape from a New Mexico State Police officer’s patrol vehicle.