News Staff New developments in the double shooting at a Roswell Park. Now, police say the teen suspect they were looking for – has been apprehended. 15 year old Jayvin Montoya was arrested in Ruidoso on Monday. RPD says Montoya was captured at a trailer at a site along US 70. He was arrested without incident and … Read more
A man has been arrested for the shooting of a teenager last week in the 1300 block of Adams Avenue in southwest Roswell. Juan M. Silvas is charged with aggravated battery, along with child abuse. Police had executed search warrants at several addresses and discovered Silvas at one of them trying to flee out a … Read more
An arrest warrant is now out for a man wanted in connection with the killing of two teenagers last weekend in Roswell. A statement from RPD says 15 year old Jayvin Montoya is currently on thr un. He’s charged with two counts of murder, armed robbery, conspiracy, and unlawful carrying of a deadly weapon. anyone … Read more
A scoience teacher in Loving has been recognized with a prestigious national award. Tyler Finch received the Miliken Award and a 25-thousand dollar check for his innovation and creativity in motivating his students. The Eastern New Mexico alum also coaches football and track in Loving.
The New Mexico Tourism Department will present in Roswell on May 3rd from 1 to 2pm at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center. Representatives from New Mexico Magazine and the Tourism Department’s marketing, communications, tourism development, and research teams will be on hand to dive into the benefits and details of the department’s programs and … Read more
Roswell authorities are asking for your help in solving a double homicide from the weekend. Anyone who was in or around the scene of the fatal shootings that occurred late Saturday afternoon should go to the polcie department to speak to a detective. Anyone who was in that area at the time of the incident … Read more
A developing story out of Roswell, where police are investigating the shooting deaths of two teenagers at Cahoon Park late Saturday afternoon. The shooting took plave between the tennis courts and basketball courts just off Riverside Drive, according to an RPD statement. The victims, 15 year old Cameron Luna and 16 year old Jorge Armendariz, … Read more
A grass and brush fire got out of control on Sunday, causing big concern in Chaves County. A statement from Midway Fire and EMS says they were sent to US 285 and Hobson Road for a fire that was threatening structures. When they arrived, the firefighters found a fast-running grass fire in light fuels that … Read more
Another drug takeback event is planned for Roswell on Saturday, April 30th from 10am to 2pm in the lobby of the Roswell Police Station, at 128 West Second Street. The service is free and those bringing prescription drugs can remain anonymous, no questions asked. Please note, however, the DEA – which will dispose of the … Read more
A sidewalk projoect starts Monday on West McGaffey Street in Roswell. The project between South union and Wyoming Avenues will take approximately three months to complete. The contractor will start by installing sidewalks where none currently exists. Traffic in both directions on McGaffey should remain unaffected.