The Swastika Symbol: An Integral Part of Raton’s Past By Pat Veltri THE SWASTIKA: GENERAL INFORMATION Stalwartly unfurling around the crown of the tallest building in Raton, embellishing the outer brick surface, is the swastika motif, a reminder of a bygone era from the heyday of the ritzy Hotel Swastika.…
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Helen Yeargain ( May 20, 1942 – April 24, 2024 ) Helen L. (Argebright) Yeargain, age 81, died Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in Raton, New Mexico. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 3rd at the Des Moines School Gym. Burial will follow in the Des…
A special meeting of the City Commission of the City of Raton will be held on April 30, 2024 at 5 p.m. to hold a workshop to discuss the FY25 Budget. No action will be taken. A quorum of the Commission will be present, and this meeting is open to…
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…
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media It was a long or short afternoon for the Raton Tigers as they hosted the Santa Fe Indian School Braves for their last home game of the season Tuesday afternoon April 23, 2024 at Gabrielle Field. It was short in terms of the game only…
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 **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…
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”…
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…
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…