Sandoval County Archives - The Corrales Comment

Residents watch along Main Street in the Village of Corrales their annual Christmas parade Saturday evening. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales / City Desk ABQ

Christmas in Corrales

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ December 5th, 2025December 5th, 2025

With thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror, the Village of Corrales is steaming through to the Christmas season. Mayor Jim Fahey, in his weekly message to the community, notes the Corrales Fire Department’s Giving Tree is up at Village Hall and ready for donations to local families and children. The Kiwanis Club of Corrales assists with […]

NMDA

Two Corrales farms awarded nearly $180,000 in federal food system grants

by Kevin Hendricks December 5th, 2025December 5th, 2025

A new exhibition examining the intersection of embroidery, feminism and contemporary art opens next week at INHABIT Galerie, featuring works by seven artists who use needle and thread to challenge traditional boundaries between craft and fine art.

New exhibition explores embroidery’s subversive history through contemporary art

by Kevin Hendricks December 5th, 2025December 5th, 2025

Internet provider Sparklight has donated $6,500 to St. Felix Pantry to help address food insecurity in Rio Rancho as demand for assistance increases during the holiday season.

Food, Rio Rancho

Sparklight donates $6,500 to Rio Rancho food pantry

by Kevin Hendricks December 3rd, 2025December 3rd, 2025

Santuario de San Lorenzo, a historic 1867 church in Bernalillo, is a finalist in a nationwide photo contest sponsored by Partners for Sacred Places. Former White House photographer Leroy Sanchez captured the image, which is vying for a cash prize to help fund the church's estimated $1 million-plus repair costs. You can vote for the photo here.

General Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Historic Bernalillo church finalist in nationwide photo contest

by Rodd Cayton December 2nd, 2025December 2nd, 2025

"Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean to Be Human?" opened Dec. 1 and runs through Jan. 15. The exhibition features interactive kiosks, hands-on displays, video presentations, and informational panels that examine milestones in human evolution.

Rio Rancho library to host Smithsonian human origins exhibition

by Kevin Hendricks December 1st, 2025December 1st, 2025

The owners of a Corrales property described by neighbors and village officials as a public nuisance have appealed a clean-and-lien order and now face a public hearing before the Village Council.

‘Trashy yard’ owners appeal, council will review clean-and-lien order

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 26th, 2025November 26th, 2025

A Giving Tree displaying tags with children's wish list items and essential needs such as clothing, coats and shoes is now available at Village Hall. Additional tags will be added during the first week of December as organizers work with participating families.

Corrales holiday giving program seeks donations for local families

by Kevin Hendricks November 26th, 2025November 26th, 2025

Casa San Ysidro. (Village of Corrales)

Casa San Ysidro to host Noche de Luces celebration

by Kevin Hendricks November 25th, 2025November 25th, 2025

Casa Perea Art Space, 4829 Corrales Road, will host a sale running through Nov. 29, featuring musical instruments, traditional jewelry, weaving tools, canes, folk pottery, tribal baskets, masks, indigenous clothing and saint figures from Egan's extensive collection.

Collector opens 60-year Latin American folk art collection to public at Corrales sale

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

A “water team” assembled to help the Village of Corrales navigate its way to long-term water supplies said Tuesday evening the road ahead will be complicated.

Corrales dives into 40-year water plan

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

Bernalillo Mayor Jack Torres is seeking a fifth term in the March election, saying experienced leadership will be vital for the town in the coming years.

Politics & Elections, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo mayor announces plan to seek a fifth term

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

The Corrales Equestrian Advisory Committee voted Thursday to cancel Sunday's Christmas de los Caballos parade, citing concerns about a highly contagious equine herpes virus outbreak in New Mexico.

Corrales cancels Christmas de los Caballos parade due to equine herpes outbreak

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

Reel Gems – Overlooked Films Currently Streaming: Pieces of April (2003)

by Guest commentary November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

A “water team” assembled to help the Village of Corrales navigate its way to long-term water supplies said Tuesday evening the road ahead will be complicated.

Corrales council to look at water money again

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

The Corrales Equestrian Advisory Committee voted Thursday to cancel Sunday's Christmas de los Caballos parade, citing concerns about a highly contagious equine herpes virus outbreak in New Mexico.

Corrales to host all-equestrian holiday parade

by Corrales Comment Staff November 17th, 2025November 14th, 2025

A presentation on sustainable agriculture and community-based farming programs will take place Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. at the Historic Old San Ysidro Church.

Agricultural center director to discuss sustainable farming at Corrales event

by Corrales Comment Staff November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025

The Corrales Equestrian Advisory Committee voted Thursday to cancel Sunday's Christmas de los Caballos parade, citing concerns about a highly contagious equine herpes virus outbreak in New Mexico.

Corrales Mayor advising of donation and assistance opportunities

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025

With the holiday shopping season approaching, the Sandoval County Employee Appreciation Committee (SCEAC) is hosting its seventh annual holiday craft fair in the lobby of the county administration building.

Arts & Culture, Sandoval County

Craft fair coming to Sandoval County HQ

by Rodd Cayton November 12th, 2025November 12th, 2025

Corrales Mayor James Fahey. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Outgoing Corrales mayor urges support for replacement and food drive efforts

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 12th, 2025November 12th, 2025

A change in the trash pickup schedule has left some Bernalillo residents confused and annoyed, and town councilors Monday evening passed that displeasure along to the contractor.

Local Gov., Town of Bernalillo

Trash pickup irritates Bernalillo Council

by Rodd Cayton November 12th, 2025November 12th, 2025

Sandoval County commissioners approved an economic development agreement related to Project Ranger and a grant agreement covering an adjacent road construction project.

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho council to vote on controversial missile plant support

by Kevin Hendricks November 12th, 2025November 12th, 2025

New Mexico Sen. Cindy Nava will launch a series of community dialogues next month, offering constituents an opportunity to discuss issues facing District 9, which covers Placitas, Algodones, Bernalillo, Corrales and parts of Rio Rancho.

Sandoval County

Sen. Nava to kick off community dialogue series in Bernalillo

by nm.news November 12th, 2025December 2nd, 2025

The Corrales Historical Society and Corrales Society of Artists will present their 37th Annual Winter Craft Show Dec. 5-7 at the Historic Old San Ysidro Church, featuring handcrafted works from 37 New Mexico artists.

Corrales Winter Craft Show returns for 37th year

by Corrales Comment Staff November 12th, 2025November 12th, 2025

jemez broadband

General Interest, Jemez

Jemez Pueblo receives state award for broadband infrastructure project

by Kevin Hendricks November 10th, 2025November 10th, 2025

Fred Hashimoto was elected as the new mayor of Corrales on Nov. 4. (Rodd Cayton)

Corrales leadership transition: What’s next for the village?

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 7th, 2025November 5th, 2025

The Corrales Harvest Festival returns this weekend, with the entire village participating in one way or another.

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the editor: Why is the Harvest Festival important to Corrales?

by Guest commentary November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Las Posadas at Historic Old Church, 2024

What’s doing in December at the Old Church

by Guest commentary November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Hashimoto election brings optimism to some

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

A preventative maintenance project on Camino Don Tomas has taken longer than expected due to contractor issues, however, Town of Bernalillo officials expect the work to be completed by the end of November.

General Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo road project on Camino Don Tomas nears completion after delays

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Rio Rancho Public Schools has an $80 million bond measure on the Nov. 4 local election ballot, seeking voter approval for infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements and facility improvements across the district.

What Rio Rancho’s $80 million bond approval means for students

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 5th, 2025

San Juan Rodworks will compete at Adventure Pitch Fest on Nov. 6 at the Albuquerque Rail Yards, according to a New Mexico Economic Development Department press release. The company produces fly-fishing rods.

Business, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho fly-fishing company competes in pitch battle Thursday

by Kevin Hendricks November 5th, 2025November 5th, 2025

Fred Hashimoto was elected as the new mayor of Corrales on Nov. 4. (Rodd Cayton)

Politics & Elections

Corrales picks Fred instead

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 4th, 2025November 4th, 2025

As Election Day arrives in Sandoval County, dozens of candidates are asking the voters to choose them.

Politics & Elections, Sandoval County

It’s time to vote

by Kevin Hendricks November 3rd, 2025November 3rd, 2025

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the editor: Thank you, Fred Hashimoto

by Guest commentary October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025

Politics & Elections

Corrales Mayoral candidates answer questions on development, finances and infrastructure

by Corrales Comment Staff October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025

The owners of a Corrales property described by neighbors and village officials as a public nuisance have appealed a clean-and-lien order and now face a public hearing before the Village Council.

Clean and lien approved for Corrales ‘trashy yard’

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025

Corrales

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the editor: A call to action for Corrales voters

by Guest commentary October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025

Corrales Village Hall

Corrales grapples with growth

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025

A poll worker at the Community Center last week watched over a voter's horse, Paco, while the owner cast a ballot.

Politics & Elections

Early voting ends Saturday in Corrales mayoral race

by Corrales Comment Staff October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025

In a brief meeting Monday evening, Bernalillo town councilors cleared a zoning path for the creation of a new Sandoval County animal shelter.

Local Gov., Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo shelter moving forward, broadband expansion paused

by Rodd Cayton October 28th, 2025October 28th, 2025

Wild Hearts Gallery will feature "Glass Inspirations," an exhibition of fused and stained glass by three artists blending ancient techniques with contemporary design, from Oct. 28 through Nov. 30.

Arts & Culture, Placitas

Glass artists showcase fused and stained works at Placitas gallery

by Kevin Hendricks October 28th, 2025October 28th, 2025

The owners of a Corrales property described by neighbors and village officials as a public nuisance have appealed a clean-and-lien order and now face a public hearing before the Village Council.

Corrales council could go after ‘trashy yard’

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ October 27th, 2025October 27th, 2025

Heritage House, located at 4036 Corrales Road, will host a preview event showcasing the historic property's transformation into an inn with multiple guest rooms, a café and an on-site distillery tasting room.

Historic Heritage House opens doors for first public tour in Corrales

by Corrales Comment Staff October 24th, 2025October 24th, 2025

A substantial portion of the village's population turned out on Oct. 21 to hear the two mayoral candidates’ visions for the future.

Politics & Elections

Corrales mayoral candidates share their visions at forum

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ October 23rd, 2025October 23rd, 2025

Hundreds of residents packed an elementary school cafeteria Tuesday night to question representatives from Castelion Corporation about a proposed hypersonic missile manufacturing facility planned for just outside of Rio Rancho.

Sandoval County

Hypersonic missile plant draws hundreds to community meeting in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks October 22nd, 2025October 23rd, 2025

Politics & Elections

Stuffing the ballot box

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ October 21st, 2025October 21st, 2025

Paranormal research investigator Hank Estrada will present "Unforgettable Ghost Story Interviews" at the Historic Old San Ysidro Church on Oct. 19 at 2 p.m., according to the Corrales Historical Society.

Paranormal investigator to present ghost stories at historic Corrales church

by Corrales Comment Staff October 17th, 2025October 17th, 2025

Corrales Village Hall

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: ‘Signs’ of division and a call for civility in Corrales

by Guest commentary October 17th, 2025October 17th, 2025

A “water team” assembled to help the Village of Corrales navigate its way to long-term water supplies said Tuesday evening the road ahead will be complicated.

Corrales water team working on plan to ensure future supply

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ October 16th, 2025October 16th, 2025