Last Tuesday, a civil lawsuit was filed naming Ryan Martinez and his parents, Bryan and Adelita Martinez. Martinez faces charges of attempted first-degree murder and aggravated assault. Martinez was arrested Sept. 28 following a shooting at the site where local officials had planned to re-install a statue of conquistador Juan de Oñate. Before the demonstration, […]
Author Archives: Pat Davis
Pat Davis is the founder and publisher of City Desk ABQ. In a prior life he served as an Albuquerque City Councilor.
February Placitas Artist Series concert features string quartet
The music of string quartets will fill the air at the February 11 concert at Las PlacitasPresbyterian Church. The program was chosen by cellist, James Holland and violinist, Megan Holland. The Hollands will be joined by violinist David Felberg and violist Kim Fredenburgh, all of whom have been frequent participants in PAS concerts. The program […]
Cedar Crest woman charged with 19 counts of animal cruelty
On January 30, 19 charges of animal cruelty were filed against 74-year-old Deborah Battaglino in connection with a welfare check and search warrant executed last week on a Cedar Crest home by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation and search of the residence found numerous dangerous health conditions and several dead animals, leading to […]
First Responder Spotlight: Khelen Howard
First Responder Spotlight is a monthly column submitted by the Bernalillo Optimist Club Khalen Howard has been a firefighter/EMT for nearly six years in the Town of Bernalillo Fire Department. He lives in Bernalillo, but has roots in Corrales where both his parents served in the Corrales Fire Department. Howard’s attachment to firefighting goes back to his grandfather who was a […]
The Signpost: Jan. 26, 2024
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BREAKING: Torrance County Sheriff’s Office shoots suspect
A suspect is in the hospital after being shot by a Torrance County Sheriff’s deputy on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 31. Deputies responded to a residence on Lexco Road. No deputies were hurt, and the suspect has non-life-threatening injuries, according to TCSO. This is a developing story.
Good news pierces gloomy headlines
Sometimes I wonder if the job of the media, no matter which channels you select, is to keep Americans wringing their hands. It doesn’t really matter if you watch cable channels such as Fox News or MSNBC or network channels. There is always something to worry about: the economy, the war in Ukraine, violence, food […]
Community Briefs
Rattlesnake Season Rattlesnake season is right around the corner and time to take precautions to protect your furry friend. The rattlesnake vaccine is specifically designed to produce antibodies against the venom of the western diamondback rattlesnake. The vaccine may also be effective against other snakes with similar venom, such as the sidewinder, timber rattlesnake, and […]
Sheriff’s Office investigates Cedar Crest home for animal cruelty
The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office investigated a Cedar Crest home under the hoarding, animal cruelty, and elder neglect. On January 3, detectives initiated the investigation following a welfare check conducted by social workers and a detective. The check revealed conditions for an elderly resident and numerous animals on the property. The investigation was spearheaded by […]
Town Council votes on pool upgrades and fire station design
On Monday, Jan. 22, The Town of Bernalillo held its regular Town Council meeting councilors met to discuss plans for a new fire station, the allocation of funds for rehabbing the town’s swimming pool, and a budget resolution for the Enterprise Fund. New Fire Station The new fire station seemed to be the fastest piece […]
