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New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez Celebrates Selection Of Pope Leo XIV

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Robert Francis Prevost, Pope Leo XIV

From the Office of Speaker Javier Martínez:

SANTA FE – Following the selection of American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new pope to lead the Catholic Church, New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez (D-Albuquerque) issued the following statement: 

“This is a joyful and hopeful moment for Catholics and for people of faith around the world. At a time when the politics of fear, hatred, and blind nationalism are all too common, our faith teaches us to welcome the stranger and care for the poor. Always.

¡Que viva el Papa Leo XIV! May he continue in the footsteps Read More

History Of Cinco De Mayo

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Cinco de Mayo History:

Today marks Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day is also known as Battle of Puebla Day.

While it is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with large Mexican American populations.

Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, a popular misconception. Instead, it commemorates a single battle. In 1861, Benito Read More

Shout Out To Guide Dogs On International Day 2025

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Los Alamos resident Janet Montoya with her loyal companion from the Guide Dogs of America. Courtesy photo

International Guide Dog Day:

International Guide Dog Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday in April each year. This day honors the work of the loyal companions for people with visual disabilities.

Guide dogs provide opportunities for social interaction and greater independence for people who are blind or have low vision. International Guide Dog Day pays tribute to the dogs who do this impressive work. Guide dogs help their owners make their way through the world while offering love and

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New Mexico EDD Certifies Aerospace Incubator

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NewSpace Nexus community workspace. Courtesy/NewSpace Nexus

EDD News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has certified business incubator NewSpace Nexus, whose companies have generated more than $50 million in economic impact through customer contracts and venture capital investment.

This certification strengthens New Mexico’s position as a key hub for the aerospace industry, one of the state’s target sectors for economic development. The incubator offers shared workspace, including spaces for testing and demo purposes, and shared capital equipment Read More

Night Of Auroras & Comets With PEEC At Nature Center

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Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to an evening of celestial wonder at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium. Join physicist and science educator Elizabeth Watts for Astrophotography: Auroras and Comets—a fascinating look at two recent, awe-inspiring events in the night sky, 7-8 p.m. Friday, May 9.

In October 2024, a rare geomagnetic storm made the aurora visible as far south as Los Alamos. During this presentation, Watts will explore the science behind auroras, how geomagnetic storms occur, and share stunning images Read More

Maxim Laurent Graduates Basic Training As USAF Airman

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U.S. Air Force Airman Maxim T. Laurent

COMMUNITY News:

U.S. Air Force Airman Maxim T. Laurent recently graduated from Basic Military Training (BMT) at JBSA-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

BMT is an intensive, eight-week program consisting of training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Laurent finished as an Honor Graduate having earned high marks in his squadron.

Currently undergoing technical training in aerospace propulsion at Sheppard AFB in Wichita Falls, Texas, Laurent will transfer this summer to Read More

Fr. Glenn: Habemus Papam! Well … Pretty Soon

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

My, my … rather a busy news week with Pope Francis passing away early Easter Monday. We who are older remember when Pope Paul VI died, and then John Paul I was elected—living only 33 days to the shock of the world. Then Pope John Paul II was elected and held his office for over 26 years. So, then we had two papal elections in the space of a couple of months.

Francis was pope for over twelve years, so it’s been a while since we had a papal election. So, with a “little” help from A.I., I thought readers might be interested in what to expect over the next couple of weeks—Catholic or not. After all, Read More

PEEC And Los Alamos Big Band To Present Concert & Sky Show In Planetarium At Los Alamos Nature Center Tonight

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Simulation picture of a black hole. PEEC and Los Alamos Big Band will present a concert and sky show at the Planetarium at 7 p.m. today, April 25 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by DW Decker

PEEC will present a planetarium show, with story-telling by Phil Tubesing, and star-themed music to the voice of Joy Reynolds at 7 p.m. today, April 25 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by DW Decker Read More

Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day: Honoring Blessed Memories Of Six Million Jewish Men, Women And Children

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World Jewish Congress News:

Yom HaShoah, Israel’s Holocaust Remembrance Day, begins this evening with a minute-long siren, when the whole of Israel comes to a halt and the nation pauses to remember the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust.

This year, this day of mourning and reflection takes place in the shadow of the shocking, worldwide recrudescence of antisemitism.

“The number of survivors who are able to bear witness is fast dwindling. This pushes us even more to our efforts to document the Shoah, preserve the memory of the victims, and ensure that the next generation remembers.” Read More

RPNM Extends Condolences On Passing Of Pope Francis

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RPNM News:

Late Sunday night the Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis had passed away. In response to this significant loss to the global Catholic community including many in New Mexico’s Catholic population, Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) Chairwoman Amy Barela issued the following statement:

“The Republican Party of New Mexico extends our heartfelt sympathies to the Catholic community in New Mexico and around the world mourning the passing of Pope Francis. We recognize the profound spiritual significance of his leadership to millions in the Catholic faith and join in prayer, asking Read More