By DAMON SCOTT / The Paper. Pride marches began 54 years ago in response to a riot that took place because police were brutalizing New York City’s gay community at the Stonewall Inn gay bar. Why? Because they had the audacity to gather there. It was a time in America when gays were constantly under attack […]
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City Councilor to host ‘strategy sessions’ with constituents
Newly elected City Councilor Nichole Rogers (D6) wants to hear from you. The councilor is hosting a series of “strategy sessions” and community input meetings to “discuss topics important to District 6 and all Burqueños.” What: Councilor Nichole Rogers “Meet and Greet” for District 6When: March 7th, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Where: Frank’s […]
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A mission to wine and dine
Jessica and Seth Beecher’s hip and buzzy 2022 freshman effort in Nob Hill is being followed by an equally hip and buzzy sophomore one in 2024. After the launch of the Central Bodega restaurant with two partners, the couple has embarked on an even bigger project just across the street. That means the busy Nob […]
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The first Black woman on the City Council has a vision for her district
Nichole Rogers says she’s going to use her experience inside and outside the system to help her constituents. Rogers was tabbed by voters in a Dec. 12 runoff election as the City Councilor for District 6. This sprawling district incorporates the University of New Mexico, Nob Hill, Mesa del Sol and the International District which […]