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BernCo amends zoning code to ease building of 'casitas' for residents

Bernalillo County residents will have more options to build secondary dwelling units, commonly known as "casitas," on their properties.

By ABQ Times | Jan 16, 2025

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Chicanos Por La Causa takes charge as operator for Albuquerque's largest shelter

Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) has assumed the role of operator for Gateway West, Albuquerque's largest shelter.

By ABQ Times | Jan 16, 2025

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Bernalillo County approves funding for new skate park at Los Vecinos

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Bernalillo County Commissioners have approved funding for the construction of a new skate park at Los Vecinos Community Center.

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Sheriff’s office review board presents 2024 annual report to commissioners

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Bernalillo County's Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) has presented its 2024 annual report to the BernCo Board of Commissioners.

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Bernalillo County Board elects new leadership for 2025

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners has elected its leadership for the 2025 calendar year.

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Mayor Keller outlines progress on key issues at Economic Forum

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Over 150 local business and community leaders gathered to hear Mayor Tim Keller discuss Albuquerque's progress on long-term projects and challenges.

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Bernalillo County backs $33M bond for St. Anthony's Plaza renovation

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Bernalillo County Commissioners have given their approval for an ordinance to issue $33 million in Project Revenue Bonds (PRB).

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Albuquerque upgrades planning software with launch of ABQ-PLAN

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

The City of Albuquerque's Planning Department is set to upgrade its software systems with the introduction of ABQ-PLAN, a new platform designed to enhance planning logistics and networking.

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Unite Us Summit aims to bolster support for unhoused in Albuquerque

By ABQ Times | Jan 13, 2025

Bernalillo County, the City of Albuquerque, and community leaders will host a summit on February 6th to discuss Unite Us, a platform designed to improve support systems for those experiencing housing or food insecurity.

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KeepNMalive initiative targets overdose prevention through harm reduction

By ABQ Times | Jan 13, 2025

Preventing overdoses from fentanyl and other synthetic opioids is a key focus of the ongoing keepNMalive initiative in Bernalillo County.

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Vista Del Norte Dog Park opens as Albuquerque's newest pet-friendly space

By ABQ Times | Jan 11, 2025

The community gathered to celebrate the opening of Vista Del Norte Dog Park, marking it as Albuquerque's 26th off-leash dog park.

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Route 790 resumes weekday service in Albuquerque for spring semester

By ABQ Times | Jan 10, 2025

There is an update for students and commuters on Albuquerque's Westside.

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ABQ RIDE holds hiring event for city transit positions

By ABQ Times | Jan 10, 2025

Dozens of job seekers attended the ABQ RIDE Hiring Event at the Ken Sanchez Transit Facility in Albuquerque.

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Bernalillo County offers free seminar on business personal property rendition

By ABQ Times | Jan 9, 2025

Bernalillo County's Office of the County Assessor is organizing a Business Personal Property (BPP) seminar at Alvarado Square.

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City closes crime-ridden Loma Verde Motel after multiple violations

By ABQ Times | Jan 9, 2025

The city of Albuquerque has taken decisive action to close the Loma Verde Motel on Central Avenue, citing numerous safety violations and criminal activity.