A farewell to Valencia County
I worked in Valencia County from October 2006 to November 2024. I lived in Los Lunas from January 2007 to December 2025, at all times in the same home. As I move on, there are people I’d like to remember and thank, and places I’ll always remember and miss.
11 Beloved New Mexico Italian Sub Shops Where Every Bite Feels Like A Throwback
Nothing quite compares to biting into a classic Italian sub piled high with meats, cheeses, and all the fixings. New Mexico has kept this tradition alive through family-owned shops that have been serving these iconic sandwiches for decades. I’m taking you on a delicious journey through the Land of Enchantment...
25 Things We Love About Albuquerque
Well, another year is in the bag here at The Paper. (Our sixth, don’t you know!!) Thanks to our talented staff of writers, photographers, editors and designers, we spent 2025 giving you, our readers, the lowdown on as much Albuquerque-centric news, art, food, community and culture as we could cram into our weekly...
The Gigantic Antique Store In New Mexico Where $40 Fills Your Backseat With Treasures
Ever had that moment when you walk into a place and your jaw literally drops to the floor?. That’s the universal reaction when stepping into Antique Warehouse in Albuquerque – a treasure hunter’s paradise where time stands still and wallets don’t empty nearly as fast as you’d expect.
New Mexico Weather Alert: Albuquerque Sees Snow Chance Today, Mild Turn Into New Year’s...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. New Mexico – Cold air clings to the Rio Grande Valley this morning, with breath visible and frost lining windshields. Light flakes may briefly mix in, signaling winter’s grip before a fast change arrives....
Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina officially retires from department
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After three decades in law enforcement, Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina has officially retired. Monday, the chief was surrounded by the department’s executive staff, sworn officers, professional staff and two cadet classes for his retirement ceremony. Chief Medina was named as...
No injuries reported in southeast Albuquerque house fire
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Fire Rescue crews were dispatched around 11:20 p.m. Tuesday to a home near San Mateo and Zuni. Firefighters arrived on scene and reported a working fire at a single family home. AFR crews were able to bring the fire under control within 15 minutes of arriving on scene. They says...
Holly Holm looks to become a four-division champion on Saturday
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Holly Holm returns to the boxing ring on Saturday, as she takes on WBA Lightweight Women’s Champion Stephanie Han in Puerto Rico. A Boxing Hall of Famer and former UFC Champion, Holly is fighting for her first boxing title in over a decade. “You know what, I want to come back and I […]
Albuquerque woman sentenced for road rage shooting last month has not reported to prison
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a moment of road rage when an Albuquerque woman shot a man twice in the back. A judge sentenced her to prison last month, but court records show she still is not behind bars. “The incident in November of 2024 cost me my work truck, cost me thousands of dollars in […]
Two restaurants exit as one expands in New Mexico
Two restaurant companies are no longer in New Mexico while one local restaurant is expanding their operations.
