Politics

Luján Statement On Waste Spill In The Animas River

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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 

CONGRESSIONAL News:

SANTA FE ― U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement today on Wednesday’s toxic spill of mine waste that has reached the Animas River:

“The Animas River is a vital source of water to communities in San Juan County and this spill that has released heavy metals into the water is of great concern. The EPA must act swiftly and thoroughly to mitigate the effects of this spill. 

“I am closely monitoring the situation and my office has been in close contact with EPA to see that the appropriate

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Contaminated Plume From Gold King Mine Toxic Spill Expected To Pass Aztec/Farmington Area This Evening

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Gold King Mine toxic spill. Courtesy photo

NMED News:

SANTA FE – A contaminated plume from the Gold King Mine toxic spill is expected to pass the Aztec/Farmington area this evening, according to New Mexico Environment Department.

The spill occurred Wednesday when an EPA team probing contamination at the abandoned mine accidentally released a million gallons of orange-hued waste water into a local river system, according to the EPA. The waste water contains sediment and metals that had been held behind a barrier near the mine. It spilled into Cement Creek, which flows into the Animas River in Read More

Opposition Mounts To Proposal Increasing Cougar Hunting And Trapping In New Mexico

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APNM Wildlife Campaign Manager Phil Carter

APNM News:

ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexicans of all stripes are opposed to proposed changes to the state Bear & Cougar Rule released Monday by New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF).

The ill-conceived and problematic proposals seek to expand the use of cruel trap and snare devices to kill cougars by eliminating the permit requirement for property owners to set traps for the native big cat species and by allowing the use of traps and snares on cougars on State Trust lands, which total nine million acres across New Mexico.

The department also is recommending Read More

Heinrich To Host Outreach Sessions On Two-Generation Approach To Economic Empowerment

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M. will bring together families, local service providers, and administrators from across New Mexico for outreach sessions to discuss a two-generation approach to creating economic opportunities and addressing the needs of both vulnerable children and their parents.

In Santa Fe, Albuquerque and Las Cruces, Heinrich will highlight programs taking a two-generation approach to early childhood education, employment and job-training, and health and well-being that put the entire family Read More

NMED Reminds Animas River Water Users To Stop Taking Water Following EPA Gold King Mine Toxin Spill

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State Engineer Tom Blaine

NMED News:

SANTA FE —The New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer remind water users along the Animas River to stop taking water from the Animas River during the EPA Gold King Mine Spill that released about one million gallons of contaminated water Wednesday into a tributary of the Animas River in Colorado.

“We have successfully reached out to the communities, water systems, and other stakeholders who rely upon the Animas River for water supplies and they have ceased taking river water,” State Engineer Tom Blaine said. “Despite Read More

Russians Hack Pentagon’s E-mail

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Defense Secretary Ashton Carter

HSNW News:

  • Government-backed hackers breach Joint Chiefs e-mail server

Russian government-backed hackers have managed to hack the Pentagon’s unclassified e-mail server used by the office of the Joint Chiefs. Military officials said Thursday that the sophistication of the attack shows that it has been conducted by hackers with the resources typically available only to states.

The e-mail system was taken offline as soon as the intrusion was detected.

CNN reports that the attacks on the Pentagon’s e-mail system resembles the type of attacks Read More

Governor Joins US-Mexico Summit Panel Discussion

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State Gov. Susana Martinez
 
STATE News:
 
EL PASO, Texas — Gov. Susana Martinez joined the 2015 U.S.- Mexico Summit Thursday at The University of Texas in El Paso, where she will participate in a panel discussion, “Moving People and Trade – What Does the Ideal U.S.- Mexico Border Look Like?”
 
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced that New Mexico leads the nation in export-related job growth at 107 percent. New Mexico doubled exports to Mexico last year and nearly quadrupled them since Governor Martinez took office. 
 
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County Clerk And Staff To Visit With Citizens At Ashley Pond Park After Parade Saturday

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Los Alamo County Bureau of Elections Manager Gloria A. Maestas, left, and Clerk Sharon Stover during the 2014 election season. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

  • 2016 Elections … Closer than you think!

Los Alamo County Clerk Sharon Stover and staff invite citizens to stop by and visit their booth following the parade until 2 p.m. Saturday at Ashley Pond Park.

Stover and staff will be on hand to talk about the upcoming 2016 Elections and offer voter registration services. With the 2016 Elections right around the corner, the Clerk’s Office also will have a voting machine Read More

Bench Warrant Round Up Will Follow Amnesty Period To Encourage Parents To Pay Child Support

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Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

SANTA FE — For the fourth year in a row, Gov. Susana Martinez has announced a crackdown on parents who aren’t paying child support.

The child support bench warrant operation starts this week and continues through the end of the month.

“You have to contribute to the upbringing of your children – there are no excuses,” Martinez said. “We are committed to standing up for New Mexico’s children and ensuring that parents are upholding their responsibilities. If you owe child support, now is the time to fulfill your obligation. Otherwise, law enforcement will hold you Read More

Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz Addresses Iran Accord

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DOE Secretary Ernest Moniz

DOE News:

CHICAGO — United States Energy Secretary Ernest J. Moniz, the nuclear physicist who played a central role in helping conclude the Iran nuclear agreement, will join The Chicago Council on Global Affairs for a roundtable discussion moderated by ambassador Ivo H. Daalder, president of the Council, Friday, Aug. 7.

The discussion will cover the landscape of the historic deal — its key provisions, structured implementation and global implications. Moniz said the agreement “prevents Iran from getting a nuclear weapon, provides strong verification measures Read More