🌱 Crossing Guard Clothing Drive + Volunteers Clean Memorial Site

Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Michelle Paul, your host of the Patch newsletter. Keep reading for the most important things happening these days in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Cloudy, a thunderstorm in the p.m.. High: 78 Low: 57.
• Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. High: 82 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories in Albuquerque today:

1. The Albuquerque Police Department has taken a new approach to not only hiring new officers for the department but retaining these new officers to serve. There has been an increase in pay for all officers as well as investments in things like upgraded technology. With all the money going into the department, the city's hope is that more people will want to serve the community with the department. (KOB 4)
2. Crossing guards are partnering with Locker #505 Student Clothing Bank to collect clothing items to donate to children in need. There will be donation baskets set up at 50 different intersections accepting donations with an emphasis on new underwear and socks, other clothing items will be accepted as long as they are in good shape to give to those in need. This event is a big deal for those in need as well as crossing guards as they are more than just an obstacle slowing down commuters in their travels. Crossing guards are a staple in communities and keeping people safe and this event is further supporting their case. (KOAT New Mexico)
3. On Mother's Day, volunteers gathered at the Sunset Memorial Park's baby section for a service event supporting mothers who have lost their child anywhere from pregnancy to two years old. Hope Mommie's Albuquerque Chapter hosted the event, which bought in around 20 people to clean up the site and support those who are grieving the loss of a child on Mother's Day. Hope Mommie says it aims to hold a service day at Historic Fairview Cemetery this coming fall. (KRQE News 13)

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Today and tomorrow in Albuquerque:

Monday, May 15

• Student Photography Exhibit - Albuquerque Museum (All Day)
• Bowling For Fun And Practice - Silva Lanes (2:00 PM)
• Northeast Small Business Resource Fair - Holiday Park (6:00 PM)

Tuesday, May 16

• Coffee And Connect - Martone Law Firm (9:00 AM)
• Genealogy Guide - Taylor Ranch Branch Library (5:00 PM)
• The Cure - Isleta Amphitheater (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Isotopes want to send congratulations to Michelle Montoya and Christian Slough on being selected to be a part of Albuquerque Business's First 40 under 40. They were honored with this year's class at the game last week. (Albuquerque Isotopes via Instagram)
• The Santa Fe Fire Department made an appearance at the Santa Fe Plaza over the weekend and flew American Flags high for the Girls on the Run 5K event. It was a great turnout for an exciting run on a beautiful day. (Santa Fe Fire Department via Facebook)
• Graduations are commencing in Albuquerque Public Schools this week and it is officially time to say goodbye to the class of 2023. Congratulations to all the graduates on the hard work and dedication they have committed to their academics! (Albuquerque Public Schools via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday. See you all soon for another update!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.