Gomez pleads not guilty in Perez murder
Thursday, September 09, 2010

James Gomez pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and tampering with evidence, Tuesday. Gomez, 20, is charged with the killing of 16-year-old Zachary Perez.  Perez’s body was discovered in a vacant lot near the intersection of East Fifth Street and Mulberry Avenue on Feb. 13. Officials were... Full Story »

Dragonfly Festival begins Friday
Thursday, September 09, 2010

This weekend at the Bitter Lake Wildlife Refuge east of Roswell, everyone is welcome to engage with one of Roswell’s best resources — its natural landscape, flora and fauna. From educational to purely leisurely, opportunities for people of all ages will abound at the refuge’s... Full Story »

Harris enters not guilty plea
Thursday, September 09, 2010

Larry Harris, 48, charged with the Jan. 12, 2000, killing of John Bugarin, entered a plea of not guilty on Tuesday. Harris faces one count of first-degree murder and one count of conspiracy to commit murder. The autopsy indicated that Bugarin was shot four times, once in... Full Story »

Beer, wine on City Council agenda
Thursday, September 09, 2010

The City Council will host a public hearing tonight during its regular monthly meeting to discuss a proposed beer and wine license for Red Brick Pizza, 625 N. Main St.  In addition, the council will receive reports from the Planning and Zoning Commission about its decision... Full Story »

4 sue Mission Arch
Wednesday, September 08, 2010

Four former Mission Arch Care and Rehabilitation Center employees have filed suit in 5th District Court, alleging retaliatory discharge, wrongful discharge and unfair working conditions. Maria Herrera, Lindsay Ray, Gena Stout and Terry Tucker all say they were terminated earlier this year after raising concerns about... Full Story »

Early for the festival
Wednesday, September 08, 2010

A dragonfly has a mid-morning snack while perched on a branch during the early morning hours, Tuesday, at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The 2010 Dragonfly Festival is scheduled for this weekend. (Mark Wilson Photo) Full Story »

Girl injured in drive-by
Wednesday, September 08, 2010

Roswell police have identified a person of interest in a drive-by shooting that left a 16-year-old girl injured, Wednesday. According to the RPD, the girl was shot in the leg in front of her home in the 1100 block of South Holland Avenue around 10:15 a.m.... Full Story »

Main Street construction under way
Wednesday, September 08, 2010

Motorists can expect delays on Main Street for the next three months as the city of Roswell refurbishes Main Street from College Boulevard south to Reed Street. The top three inches of asphalt will be removed and be replaced. Work began at College Boulevard on the inside... Full Story »

Trio arrested on charges of fraud and conspiracy
Tuesday, September 07, 2010

Three were arrested on charges of fraud and conspiracy after contracting to work for an 84-year-old woman and not completing the job. To date, the three have received some $65,050 for work that was described, according to court documents, as “shoddy and substandard” by Charles... Full Story »

Roswell enjoys Labor Day concert
Tuesday, September 07, 2010

More than 200 people were in attendance Monday at the Roswell Symphony Orchestra’s 18th annual free Labor Day Pops Concert at Spring River Park and Zoo. This concert opens the concert season for the symphony orchestra every year. Full Story »

Cooling off
Tuesday, September 07, 2010

Children utilize the beachside showers after swimming in Lea Lake at Bottomless Lakes State Park Saturday morning. (Mark Wilson Photo) Full Story »

RPD arrests, charges 3 in burglaries
Sunday, September 05, 2010

Luis Montoya, 38, Daniel Lucero, 39, Annette Lucero-Montoya, 38, were arrested in connection with multiple burglaries that took place over the summer. The arrest warrants for Lucero and Luis Montoya listed at least seven counts of burglary, both business and residential, along with vehicle burglaries, criminal... Full Story »

Man found stabbed
Sunday, September 05, 2010

A 53-year-old Roswell man was discovered lying on the side of Berrendo Road near Railroad Avenue, suffering from multiple stab wounds around 3 a.m., Friday. Israel Delarosa was airlifted to Lubbock, Texas, for treatment. The extent of his injuries was unknown. Full Story »

Currier to decide cemetery suit
Saturday, September 04, 2010

The fate of Memory Lawn Memorial Park now rests in the hands of 5th District Court Judge Charles C. Currier after the second day of testimony in Park v. Drake hearing held on Friday. Witnesses for the defense discussed the intricacies of water rights, land status,... Full Story »

Roswell’s John LeMay writes regional history and a bit of sci-fi
Saturday, September 04, 2010

Author John LeMay, 24, is quiet and unassuming. When asked about his background, he says, “Both my parents are from Roswell, so I’m a second-generation Roswellean.” His grandparents moved here from Colorado, and his grandfather, Art LeMay, owned Airline Aviation. LeMay works with family business Southfork... Full Story »

‘So, when does it snow here?’
Saturday, September 04, 2010

A snow goose takes flight and heads for the safety of the pond located at Spring River Park, Friday morning. (Mark Wilson Photo) Full Story »

Cemetery hearing begins
Friday, September 03, 2010

Three of five civil complaints against the proprietors of Memory Lawn Memorial Park were dismissed during the first day of court proceedings Thursday. Judge Charles C. Currier, 5th District Court, dismissed complaints of misrepresentation, violation of  the Unfair Practices Act and intentional infliction of mental distress... Full Story »

RPD confers promotions, honors upon its officers
Friday, September 03, 2010

The Roswell Police Department held a ceremony Thursday to promote members of its department and honor officers for going above and beyond the call of duty. The department has taken shape once again only weeks after its two top commanders announced their plans to retire. Three... Full Story »

Leprino to expand local operation
Friday, September 03, 2010

City economic development officials say they’re excited about new changes happening at Leprino Foods’ Roswell facility. The Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corp. announced the local cheese and dairy products manufacturing facility is investing about $1 million into the plant and plans to hire 20 to 25... Full Story »

Mom arrested for abandonment
Thursday, September 02, 2010

Roswell Police Department received a call around 6:30 a.m., Wednesday, about a small child wandering down the street alone and crying. Officers responded, and found the child near the intersection of Richardson Avenue and Albuquerque Street. They determined the child was five years old and about... Full Story »