More Loma Colorado crosswalks are scheduled for removal this month. After the removal of two crosswalks in the fall, three more will be removed as warmer weather moves in: at Meseta Court, Loma Vista Blvd. and Los Miradores Drive (east). The project started as a result of comments Loma Colorado HOA Manager Brand Hetherington made in October 2021 regarding speeding and pedestrian crossings in the area, Peter Wells, deputy city manager, said via email. The city responded by conducting a pedestrian crossing study “to assess the functionality of the crosswalks and viability for installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons.” That…
Author: Tracy Goldizen
Tracy Goldizen
Tracy Goldizen is the editor of the Neighborhood Journal. She has more than 15 years of experience in journalism, including writing and photography as well as serving as the editor of several magazine publications before joining the NJ staff. Her work has won several awards in Iowa. Contact her at tgoldizen@neighborhoodjournal.com.
Sprng sports are about to get underway at Eagle Ridge Middle School. Tryouts for baseball and softball are set for next week: 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15; 3:45-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16; and 3:45-5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17. Participants should dress accordingly as it may be could outside, and students should bring their own equipment such as gloves, athletic clothes, shoes and water. Players will be evaluated on skill level, fundamentals of the game understanding of the game and attitude. Eighteen to 25 players will be selected for each team. Baseball and softball are open to all grade levels at…
Residents of the Meseta Vista section of Loma Colorado are in for a sweet treat on Valentine’s Day. Rosa Maria Lopez, operator of Rosa’s Sweet Treats, is hosting a Valentine’s Day bake sale from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday in the park by the Meseta Vista sign. “It’s just something I do on the side,” she said of her baking. She had a similar sale two years ago on Easter in an effort to get to know her neighbors after moving to the area. She made some really good friends from that experience, so she has decided to do it again. “I…
There was an unexpected twist of events Friday morning as about one-third of Eagle Ridge Middle School students were honored for their academic success. So many parents and supporters showed up the honor roll recognition ceremony had to be moved from the cafeteria to the gym. Even then, it was had for some to find a seat. “That’s a good problem to have,” said Principal Catherine Rodriguez, noting that it’s never happened before. “I love our turnout today. That was a phenomenal showing of our parents and community to support our students.” She said Friday’s ceremony was a great opportunity…
The year 2022 has been a very exciting one at the Neighborhood Journal. In March, the website went live with our soft launch. It was an exciting moment for us, and we got a lot of positive feedback. Over the summer, we fully launched and began advertising to the Albuquerque community. Then, in November, the Neighborhood Journal was awarded first place in the Best Website category from the New Mexico Press Association. To close out the year, we thought it would be fun to take a look back on our most popular stories of 2022. One stood out in particular.…
La Cueva’s Aidan Armenta officially committed to the Lobos Wednesday.
Investigation reveals Julian Sanchez, who died in the incident, may have fired his handgun into his own leg.
Sextortion are up significantly in New Mexico in 2022, the NM FBI said in a warning statement to parents and children. According to data released by the agency, there were 168 e-tips or calls about possible cases in the state reported to the FBI’s National Threat Operations Center this year through Dec. 19; that’s compared to 38 for the same time period in 2021. While some of the tips may reference the same incident, the increase is significant enough that the FBI wants to bring attention to the issue as schools let out for winter break and children are expected…
Nearly 30 Albuquerque families are having a brighter holiday season thanks to Sunday’s 28th annual Cops for Kids event Sunday, Dec. 11. The day started off at 8 a.m. at Silva Lanes, with Santa and Mrs. Claus flying in on the Albuquerque Police Department’s helicopter. There, the kids had breakfast, bowled and participated in arts and crafts. At 11:15 a.m., a police escort — including lights and sirens — brought the party to the Walmart at 8000 Academy Road NE. There, each child was provided with a $100 gift card to shop with. A look at Cops for Kids activities Previous Next “The…
The parking lot of Ventana Ranch Elementary School was full of Corvettes, convertibles and other show-quality cars Saturday afternoon as participants gathered for the Ventana Ranch Christmas Parade.As the car owners mixed and mingled, members of the Albuquerque Fire Rescue were on hand, letting kids climb into their truck and honk the horn. The Grinch was spotted in the passenger seat of the lead car, which was decked out in the holiday spirit.As 3 p.m. approached, the lead car exited the parking lot, followed by the firetruck and then the line of about 20 sports cars. The drivers waved to…
