Prescription for disaster: New Mexico’s lax oversight puts kids in danger
In 2015, Jane Barnes, a research scientist in her early 60s — “a tired old woman,” in her words — was desperate to rescue her grandsons.
Meetings this week: Ranchos dollar store appeal, transfer of Chamisa Verde property, report on condition of school facilities
Taos Municipal Schools board will meet at 6 p.m. at the Taos Cyber Magnate School Tuesday (Dec. 11) for a regular meeting. The board will hear presentations from the school as well as the Taos Community …
Ranchos gets fired up over Family Dollar
The Taos County Board of Commissioners will hear the appeal and vote on the matter Dec. 10. The meeting will take place at 9 a.m. at the Taos County Commission Chambers at 105 Albright Street in Taos.
Holy Cross to hire new billing consultant
Roughly a year after Holy Cross Hospital began an ill-fated implementation of a billing system that tied up thousands of dollars in uncollected payments, hospital administrators are now hiring a new …
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Obituaries
Reverend Raymond Francis Kersting
It is with a sad heart that we announce to the world the death of Reverend Raymond Francis Kersting, of Santa Fe, NM on November 29, 2018.
David Sturgis Woodall
David Sturgis Woodall, age 68, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 27th, 2018 at his home in Arroyo Seco.
Roberta "Bobbie" A. West
Roberta "Bobbie" A. West, (1945-2018) of San Cristobal passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 13th after a battle with ovarian cancer.
Jean A. Duran
Jean A. Duran, age 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 21, 2018, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Jacqueline Sue Poehler
Jacqueline Sue Poehler passed peacefully at her home in El Prado, New Mexico on August 24, 2018.
Rye Lemons, architect
Rye Lemons, architect, age 43, died in Santa Fe on November 7, 2018, a man whose humanity, personal warmth and extraordinary gifts touched many.
Dean Laurence Gitter
Dean Laurence Gitter, 83, of Questa and formerly of Big Indian, New York, businessman, entrepreneur, musician, lover of life, graduate of Harvard Business School class of 1962, and active member of …
Local news
State football champs parade Friday (Dec. 21)
Taos High School will celebrate the State Football Championship on Friday, December 21 at 1 p.m.
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Worth $49M, archdiocese files for bankruptcy
The Archdiocese of Santa Fe has filed for bankruptcy in the face of decades of sexual abuse lawsuits and …
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MainStreet announces first project
Taos MainStreet is ready to start its work in revitalizing Taos’ downtown district. For the first …
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Hope Notes to help those who need encouragement
The idea is to sprinkle the town and the Río Grande Gorge bridge with Hope Notes for people …
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Community brief: Taos Public Library hosts holiday event
The first 100 kids who arrive at the Taos Public Library Friday (Dec. 14) between 2 - 4 p.m. will receive …
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Stray Hearts Animal Shelter receives 'play' grant
Stray Hearts Animal Shelter in Angel Fire, has received a $4,822 Play Yard Renovation Grant from the …
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Nonprofit strives to protect wild horse herd near Colorado border
Spirit of the Wild Horse is a Colorado-based nonprofit that protects the wild horses on Wild Horse …
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The Docket – December 6
The following is a selected overview of recent case activity in or related to the Taos County court …
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Reminder: 'Get your chimneys cleaned'
Flames broke out Monday afternoon (Dec. 4) on …
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Crash reported on State Road 68
A car crash was reported near mile marker 32 on State Road 68 around 10 p.m. Wednesday night (Dec. …
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Stray Hearts Animal Shelter weekly report – December 6
Dogs Intake: 20. Adoptions: 10. Returned to owner: 3. Total dogs at shelter: 92. Puppies: 30. Cats …
Tempo
The wholesome look and feel of the pottery of Sandra Harrington mirrors her approach to her craft. The symmetrical beauty of her …
The parking lots were full, the traffic around the Taos Historic District was at times bumper-to-bumper, but there was an infectious …
To understand what a retablo is, one needs to look at the history of New Mexico and how the Catholic faith shaped the lives of the …
Possession is nine tenths of the law, according to the old maxim. That apparently also applies to a particularly hellish demon who …
Outrage, disbelief and despair mix poignantly with a deep love and arch appreciation for vanishing Venice, Italy, as depicted in …
HEART of Taos (Hope, Empowerment, Advocacy, Respect and Transitional Housing) will host its third annual holiday benefit Friday (Dec. …
¿Habla usted Spam-glish? read by Larry Torres
- 'El Duendito Juan' had good cleaning habits
- Grampo went from de malas a peor
- Canutito hace un Thanksgiving Hunt a la medianoche
- The Spirit is willing pero la carne es débil
- Toda la familia lives in a fantasy world
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Sports
Questa Lady Cats Basketball at a glance
2018 District 5-2A teams: Peñasco Lady Panthers, Escalante Lady Lobos, Mesa Vista Lady Trojans, Mora Rangerettes, Questa Lady Cats, Coronado Lady Leopards.
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Tigers photo gallery
From home to away games, The Taos News followed the Taos Tigers throughout the season reporting on every …
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Tiger Wish Book
The Taos community sends its congratulations to its State Champion Tigers!
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Reel Talk – December 6
Río Grande: Streamflow at the Taos Junction Bridge was 279 cfs. Trout fishing was fair to good using …
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Taos boys take the tourney, with third place for the Peñasco girls
The Tigers basketball team controlled the Boys Taos Invitational Tournament, claiming the trophy on …
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Questa Wildcats Boys' Basketball at a glance
2018 District 5-2A teams: Peñasco Panthers, Escalante Lobos, Mesa Vista Trojans, Mora Rangers, Questa …
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Peñasco Lady Panthers Girls' Basketball at a glance
2018 District 5-2A teams: Peñasco Panthers, Escalante Lobos, Mesa Vista Trojans, Mora Rangers, Questa …
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Peñasco Panthers Boys' Basketball at a glance
2018 District 5-2A teams: Peñasco Panthers, Escalante Lobos, Mesa Vista Trojans, Mora Rangers, Questa …
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Sidelines – December 6
The ice rink at the Taos Youth and Family Center is open seven days per week for public …
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Taos Tigers – 4A football champions!
The Taos Tigers finished a dream season by winning the school's first football championship 14-7 …
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History made!!! Taos Tigers win first state football championship
Update: 2:32 p.m. As second half gets underway, Taos and Bloomfield are tied 7-7, with wind …
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Tigers get fresh trims before football final
It’s a tradition for many Taos Tigers football players to get a haircut before a big game at Taos …
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Taos Tigers: The moment of their lives
The Taos Tigers football team speak from the practice field ahead of their 4A state championship …
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Taos Tigers High School swimming at a glance
There is only one class for swimming, so the teams in district are different than for other prep …
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A date with destiny
As the 2018 Taos Tigers football team readies for Saturday’s state championship game at the …
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Lifestyles
I look for an impressive entree that I can prepare ahead: something I can combine with a couple of elegant but easy side dishes and …
Five Taos students share their creative recipes for side dishes, breads, and cakes.
The Canary Islands, a Spanish territory, is an off-the-beaten path wine region today, but it has a rich history of viticulture, even …
It's not too late to make a few simple, last-minute gifts from the kitchen. Packaged prettily in fancy glass jars or decorative bowls, …
With the recent snow, many of the trails at higher elevations are covered in a deep layer of white powder. It is still possible to …
Snow is on the ground, the cold has set in and November is almost done. But if your woodpile isn’t quite big enough to get you …
Business
County OKs Ace Hardware store, cafe on State Road 150
The Taos County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday (Dec. 4) unanimously approved an application for a hardware store and other retail space on about 7 …
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Seamstress/tailor Lynn Beheler creates new items, repairs old ones
Her work has ranged from teepees to custom men's suits and beautiful wedding gowns. She also adjusts the …
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New Mexico film industry backers want tax rebate cap gone
Although Gov.-elect Grisham has highlighted education and infrastructure investment as priorities, the …
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Imposters hitting grandparents up for fake bail cash – and getting it
The caller wasn't his grandson but a con man who was part of a scheme that bilked him out of $25,000. …
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Business brief: New Mexico cost of living goes way up
New Mexico ranks toward the top of a list that shows many state citizens spend most of their household …
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Even a small management team is essential to startup success
While it's normal for the owner of a new business to go the do-it-yourself route, either for lack …
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Business brief: New Mexico tops women-owned business list
A total of 51.7 percent of New Mexico businesses are owned by women, according to the analysis. The …
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Taos wins state tourism awards for Visit Taos campaign
The town of Taos focused attention on boosting tourism, and its program, Visit Taos, has received a …
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Local Taos baker whips up delectable, custom layers of cakes
"A party without cake is just a meeting," according to the late chef Julia Child. Local …
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