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Pictured are citizens going to vote at the voting at the Tijeras City Hall building headquarters in the Village of Tijeras in the East Mountains Wednesday afternoon. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales/City Desk Abq.

Estancia, Moriarty, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

The race isn’t over yet: Close calls force recounts in Estancia, Moriarty

by kevinabqnews December 4, 2025January 25, 2026

The Town of Edgewood will host its annual holiday celebration Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Venus Park, featuring a lighted parade, tree lighting ceremony and the kickoff of Route 66 Centennial festivities.

Edgewood, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Santa Claus is coming to Edgewood to kick off Route 66 Centennial celebration

by kevinabqnews December 4, 2025January 25, 2026

Torrance County launched a text messaging alert system Wednesday, enabling residents to receive emergency notifications and county information directly on their mobile phones.

Route 66 Independent, Torrance County, Uncategorized

Torrance County launches text alert system for emergency notifications

by kevinabqnews December 3, 2025January 25, 2026

Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas has recognized Lisa Davis, former president of the East Mountain Coalition of Neighborhood Associations, for her leadership and community advocacy in District 5.

East Mountains, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Bernalillo County commissioner puts the spotlight on East Mountains community leader

by kevinabqnews December 3, 2025January 25, 2026

An 85-year-old Moriarty man faces two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly threatening his adult sons with a knife during a domestic disturbance last month, according to a criminal complaint filed in Torrance County Magistrate Court.

Moriarty, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Moriarty man, 85, charged after alleged knife incident with sons

by kevinabqnews December 3, 2025January 25, 2026

The Edgewood Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying three suspects involved in a commercial burglary at an AutoZone store.

Edgewood, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Edgewood police seek help from public identifying burglary suspects

by kevinabqnews December 3, 2025January 25, 2026

Bernalillo County Public Works crews are on alert as a winter storm is expected to move into the East Mountains on Wednesday afternoon and continue into Thursday morning, bringing the possibility of 1 to 3 inches of snow in Tijeras Canyon and nearby high-elevation communities. Forecasts show only a light dusting, if any, for the Albuquerque metro area.

East Mountains, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Bernalillo County crews brace for first significant East Mountains snow of the season

by kevinabqnews December 2, 2025January 25, 2026

East Mountains residents will see the first major renovation of Los Vecinos Community Center in 50 years, along with new recurring funding for road maintenance, Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas announced in a district update.

East Mountains, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Bernalillo County commissioner touts major infrastructure investments in East Mountains

by kevinabqnews December 2, 2025January 25, 2026

Bernalillo County Fire & Rescue is preparing for the 2026 fire season as fire risks increase with rising temperatures in the East Mountains.

East Mountains, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

AI eyes on the East Mountains: BCFR ups fire prep with new tech

by lauren-lifke December 2, 2025January 25, 2026

The county will spend $1.29 million to construct a new bridge connecting the Los Vecinos Community Center to A. Montoya Elementary and Roosevelt Middle schools. The structure, used daily by students accessing programs at Los Vecinos Community Center, was damaged beyond repair during flooding in July.

East Mountains, Route 66 Independent, Uncategorized

Bernalillo County approves $1.5m for flood-damaged bridge, watershed project in Tijeras

by kevinabqnews November 25, 2025January 25, 2026