Alaina Mencinger / Journal Staff Writer, Author at Albuquerque Journal

Alaina Mencinger / Journal Staff Writer, Author at Albuquerque Journal

$500 rebate for New Mexico residents in 2023: What we know

New Mexico taxpayers could be taking home an additional $500 or $1,000 this year. How do these rebates work?

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 at 6:56AM

Pelican’s seafood restaurant on Coors reopens after face-lift

After more than a year of being closed for renovations, the West Side location of locally-owned seafood restaurant Pelican's has reopened.

Monday, March 20th, 2023 at 1:17PM

Sandia Speedway has new owners, a new name and a new ‘passion’

A group of local motorheads bought Sandia Speedway earlier this year, and have been renovating the track, now Suika Circuit.

Friday, March 17th, 2023 at 5:12PM

City of Albuquerque may purchase, redevelop ‘blighted’ Franklin Plaza

Plans to redevelop the 10-acre property include a new fire station, an urgent care and workforce housing.

Published: Friday, March 17th, 2023 at 6:30AM
Updated: Friday, March 17th, 2023 at 7:15AM

Kitten season: City of Albuquerque offering free spay/neuter surgeries

The Animal Welfare Department is offering 150 free surgeries on a first-come, first-serve basis starting Mar. 14 at 10 a.m.

Published: Monday, March 13th, 2023 at 2:12PM
Updated: Monday, March 13th, 2023 at 2:17PM

Artesia newspaper acquired by Rio Grande SUN buyers

After nearly 70 years of being operated by the Green family, the Artesia Daily Press was bought by a group of ten investors.

Published: Monday, March 13th, 2023 at 7:00AM
Updated: Monday, March 13th, 2023 at 7:15AM

‘Appreciate the sweeter things’: Suga Suga ABQ brings dessert to West Side

Dole whip, Hawaiian shaved ice and paletas are among the offerings at the new dessert shop in the West Side.

Friday, March 10th, 2023 at 4:17PM

In ‘bittersweet’ decision, Ex Novo to sell Oregon locations, focus on New Mexico

The two Oregon locations of Ex Novo are selling for $1.79 million as the brewery company starts work on a Downtown Albuquerque taproom.

Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 at 11:26AM

West Side Tuesday Morning to liquidate

The closures come as the retailer liquidates product at nearly 150 stores nationwide amid bankruptcy filings.

Monday, March 6th, 2023 at 1:44PM

Afterpay back in New Mexico

The company has been working with the state for several weeks to restore the buy-now-pay-later service, a company spokesperson said.

Monday, March 6th, 2023 at 12:48PM

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Traditional Spanish Market gets new leadership

Albuquerque-based Atrisco Heritage Foundation to take ... Albuquerque-based Atrisco Heritage Foundation to take the reins

March 24, 2023 7:00PM

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Interstate 40 closed both ways due to crash east ...

All lanes of Interstate 40 near ... All lanes of Interstate 40 near mile marker 41 have been closed due to a multiple-vehicle crash Friday morning.

March 24, 2023 6:17PM

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State safety workers are investigating an 'incident' involving the ...

The Environment Department's Occupational Health and ... The Environment Department's Occupational Health and Safety Bureau is investigating an incident involving a crane at Intel's Rio Rancho plant.

March 24, 2023 4:56PM

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High dollar dips: 7 Albuquerque-area houses for sale with ...

There is nothing quite like splashing ... There is nothing quite like splashing in a pool on a hot summer's day — but those who want that luxury in their own ...

March 24, 2023 12:15PM

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'All the World Is Sleeping' sheds light on the ...

"All the World is Sleeping" had ... "All the World is Sleeping" had a New Mexico premiere at the Santa Fe International Film Festival in October 2021.

March 24, 2023 7:15AM

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'Better Call Saul' actor to be honored at the ...

Patrick Fabian will be on hand ... Patrick Fabian will be on hand to accept the award in Las Cruces at the 2023 LCIFF awards ceremony at the Rio Grande Theatre ...

March 24, 2023 7:15AM

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PBS documentary looks back on protesting and its impact ...

American Experience's "The Movement and the ... American Experience's "The Movement and the 'Madman'" will premiere at 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, on New Mexico PBS, channel 5.1.

March 24, 2023 6:15AM

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Albuquerque police called in the bomb squad. It turned ...

Albuquerque police called out the bomb ... Albuquerque police called out the bomb squad when they found what they thought was a pipe bomb in a stolen vehicle Thursday afternoon. The ...

March 24, 2023 4:01AM

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After Denver school shooting, an outcry erupts over security

DENVER (AP) -- Outraged Denver students ... DENVER (AP) -- Outraged Denver students and parents demanded better school security and pushed for tighter firearm controls Thursday, a day after a 17-year-old ...

March 24, 2023 2:17AM