Moriarty Humaniterian Dies from Parkinson’s

One of Moriarty’s leading altruistic citizens died recently following a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Karen K. Trumbull, 75, led a life dedicated to helping others, her friends and family said. “She was an amazing lady,” said longtime friend Tracey Master. “I adored her. She was probably the best person I ever knew. You hear […]

Independent Restores Home Delivery, New Online Options

The Independent  has seen some tough times of late as the pandemic very nearly put an end to the publication after more than  two  decades. Longtime owner and publisher Leota Harriman persevered and kept publishing for the community despite the loss of local advertising and subscriber revenue. By the end of 2022 she was seeking a […]

Independent Restores Home Delivery, New Online Options

The Independent  has seen some tough times of late as the pandemic very nearly put an end to the publication after more than  two  decades. Longtime owner and publisher Leota Harriman persevered and kept publishing for the community despite the loss of local advertising and subscriber revenue. By the end of 2022 she was seeking a […]

State Seeks to Shut Down Two Local Pot Farms

Two Torrance County marijuana farming operations – including one already under investigation by state Attorney General’s Office — are facing preliminary injunctions tohalt production for a laundry list of violations under the Cannabis Control Division of the state Regulation Licensing Department. The first company, Bliss Farm – also doing business as Love 420 and Grown […]

State Seeks to Shut Down Two Local Pot Farms

Two Torrance County marijuana farming operations – including one already under investigation by state Attorney General’s Office — are facing preliminary injunctions tohalt production for a laundry list of violations under the Cannabis Control Division of the state Regulation Licensing Department. The first company, Bliss Farm – also doing business as Love 420 and Grown […]