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  • Construction Work to Begin On Raton Pass – Again

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Its that time again, for lane closures and two way traffic on Raton Pass as Fisher Sand and Gravel will begin work on May 6, 2024, but wait it won’t be as bad as it has been the last couple of years. According to Frank…

    Marty Mayfield April 25, 2024
  • El Raton Media Works Media Mentorship Program Celebrates Success of Raton Youth Filmmaker

    Special to KRTN- El Raton Media Works is proud to announce the successful completion of the debut film, “Doubt Defiers” by young Writer and Director, Christeana Piancino. The project, which Piancino also starred in and edited, was created for participation in New Mexico’s 2024 Film Prize Junior competition. “Doubt Defiers”…

    Billy Donati April 24, 2024
  • Raton City Commission Hears Reports and Approves Recommendations

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton City Commission met Tuesday April 23 for the second meeting of the month where they heard reports from the Raton Adventure Center and El Raton Media Works about their operations. Executive Director Patricia Duran gave an update on the SkillSharp program from the Center…

    Marty Mayfield April 23, 2024
  • Raton Planning and Zoning Commission Reveals New Zoning Map

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media The Raton Planning and Zoning Commission met Thursday evening April 18, 2024, for their regular meeting where they finalized a request by Jose Maurico Lemus to split two lots and listen to Don Cunningham about setbacks for a new structure. Cunningham is asking to replace…

    Marty Mayfield April 18, 2024
  • Attorney General Declines Kern Prosecution

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media In a letter from the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office, they have informed Colfax County Sheriff Leonard Baca that they will not move forward with the prosecution of Mary Lou Kern for her involvement in procuring a four-year inmate medical and mental health services contract…

    Marty Mayfield April 18, 2024
  • COLORADO BYWAYS COLLECTION WINS NATIONAL BYWAY AWARD

      MILLERSBURG, OH (April 10, 2024) – The National Scenic Byway Foundation congratulates the Colorado Byways Collection as a winner of our 2024 Byway Award for Communications. This is one of the Foundation’s eight national awards presented annually. The Colorado Scenic and Historic Byways Commission is being honored for its…

    Annetta Martinez April 16, 2024
  • Alert Store Clerk Aids Police in Escapee Apprehension

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media An alert store clerk at a Raton Truck Stop alerted Raton Police of a suspicious subject that had been asking customers for help removing hand cuffs Monday morning. Raton Police responded to the area and were unable to find the subject but later made contact…

    Marty Mayfield April 15, 2024
  • Stabbing Car Jacking at Tinaja Rest Area

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media New Mexico State Police and Colfax County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a stabbing/car jacking at the Tinaja Rest Area near mile marker 435 on I-25 that occurred just after 7:00 a.m. Sunday morning April 14, 2024. Colfax County Sheriff deputies were dispatched at 7:17 a.m.…

    Marty Mayfield April 14, 2024
  • NM Governor Grisham/USDA Deputy Sec. Torres Small Set to Visit Mora on 2nd Anniversary of Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire

    NM Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and USDA Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small will join state and local leaders in Mora on Tuesday, April 16 to honor the second anniversary of the Hermit’s Peak Calf Canyon fire. When: Tuesday, April 16 at 11 a.m. MDT Where: John T. Harrington Forestry Research Center,…

    Billy Donati April 14, 2024
  • El Portal Property Park or Economic Development Space

    By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media What to do with the El Portal property has been a topic of conversation for some time in Raton. The City of Raton applied and received a grant to do a study and prepare a proposal for the use of the property that faces Third…

    Marty Mayfield April 12, 2024
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In Loving Memory of Max Lawrence Alderette

In Loving Memory of Max Lawrence Alderette

By Annetta Martinez on April 25, 2024

Max Lawrence Alderette (August 25, 1965-April 7, 2024) Max “Lawrence” Alderette age 58 of Raton was called to be with our Heavenly Father on April 7, 2024, unexpectedly. He was born in Raton to Johnny Alderette. Lawrence is preceded in death by his father Johnny Alderette, parental grandparents: Victor and…

REGULAR MEETING OF THE RATON BOARD OF EDUCATION MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2024 Immediately following 6:00 p.m. Special Meeting

REGULAR MEETING OF THE RATON BOARD OF EDUCATION MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2024 Immediately following 6:00 p.m. Special Meeting

By Annetta Martinez on April 25, 2024

REGULAR MEETING OF THE RATON BOARD OF EDUCATION **RHS Krivokapich Media Center** 1535 Tiger Circle, Raton, New Mexico MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2024 Immediately following 6:00 p.m. Special Meeting REVISED AGENDA I. Call to Order and Roll Call II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Recognition of Students, Staff and Visitors a. Student…

El Raton Media Works Media Mentorship Program Celebrates Success of Raton Youth Filmmaker

El Raton Media Works Media Mentorship Program Celebrates Success of Raton Youth Filmmaker

By Billy Donati on April 24, 2024

Special to KRTN- El Raton Media Works is proud to announce the successful completion of the debut film, “Doubt Defiers” by young Writer and Director, Christeana Piancino. The project, which Piancino also starred in and edited, was created for participation in New Mexico’s 2024 Film Prize Junior competition. “Doubt Defiers”…

In Loving Memory of Robbie Paul Breaux

In Loving Memory of Robbie Paul Breaux

By Annetta Martinez on April 24, 2024

Robbie Paul Breaux was born on 7-1-1970 in Gueydan, Louisiana. He spent his early childhood years on his family’s rice farm in south Louisiana. Growing up he moved with his family to Duncan, Oklahoma, Irving, TX, and finally Jacksboro, TX. After graduating from high school, Robbie served his country with…

Luna Community College Foundation Presents: Mariachi Gran Victoria Fundraising Concert

Luna Community College Foundation Presents: Mariachi Gran Victoria Fundraising Concert

By Annetta Martinez on April 24, 2024

Mariachi Concert Write-Up Luna Community College Foundation Presents: Mariachi Gran Victoria Fundraising Concert Join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with vibrant music, cultural celebration, and philanthropy as the Luna Community College Foundation proudly hosts a Mariachi concert fundraiser featuring the talented all-woman group, Mariachi Gran Victoria. Taking place in…

In Loving Memory of David Madrid

In Loving Memory of David Madrid

By Annetta Martinez on April 24, 2024

David Madrid Obituary With heavy hearts and devout spirits, we announce that David Felipe Jose Madrid has been called to the Lord's side, departing from this earthly realm on the 7th of August, 2023, at the age of 73. Born on the 25th of January, 1950, in Springer, New Mexico,…

Dr. MaryAnn Osuchowski To Be Guest Speaker at 2024 Luna Graduation

Dr. MaryAnn Osuchowski To Be Guest Speaker at 2024 Luna Graduation

By Annetta Martinez on April 24, 2024

 Osuchowski is a former Luna nursing graduate   MaryAnn Osuchowski PhD, FNP-BC will be Luna Community College’s 2024 graduation guest speaker. Luna’s graduation is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at the Media Education Center Auditorium. Osuchowski was raised in Northern N.M., in the beautiful Mora Valley, and…

In Loving Memory of Tracey Kaplan

In Loving Memory of Tracey Kaplan

By Annetta Martinez on April 24, 2024

Tracey Kaplan ( February 3, 1967 – April 12, 2024 ) Tracey Kaplan, 57, of Raton New Mexico, passed away on April 12, 2024.  Tracey was born on February 3, 1967, in Levittown, Pennsylvania. She is preceded in death by her Mother and Father Laddie and  Timothy McDonald of Peralta…

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