NE Valley Times

Founder of SPPI: ‘We have received considerable pushback from Mesa Public School’ regarding records transparency

By NW Valley Times | Jun 24, 2024

Patrick Brenner, founder, and president of the Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI), said that Mesa Public School had resistance and litigation over their use of the Carlson balancing test to deny records and that it is concerning for broad authority and impact on transparency. Burnett was a guest on a recent episode of the Grand Canyon Times Podcast.

Scottsdale prepares voters with phased polling center openings ahead of primary election

By NE Valley Times | Jun 24, 2024

Maricopa County is preparing for the upcoming primary election on July 30 by opening 224 voting centers through a phased approach starting July 3. This method aims to enhance the reliability of in-person voting and expand voter access. Voters can find their nearest polling location, along with wait times and hours, using an interactive map at Locations.Maricopa.Vote.

Maricopa County prepares for phased opening of voting centers ahead of primary election

By NE Valley Times | Jun 24, 2024

Maricopa County Elections will employ a phased approach to open 224 voting centers by Election Day, starting with its first openings on Wednesday, July 3. This strategy aims to enhance the reliability of in-person voting operations and significantly expand voter access.

NE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By NE Valley Times | Jun 22, 2024

The following parishes in the NE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

SparkOffline partners with Heart Agency for exclusive women's workshop

By NE Valley Times | Jun 19, 2024

SparkOffline has announced a partnership with the Heart Agency to offer an exclusive workshop tailored for women navigating post-divorce and loss dating. The event will be held at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia.

Scottsdale detective dies from duty-related injuries

By NE Valley Times | Jun 18, 2024

Scottsdale Police Detective Ryan So died Thursday, June 13, after sustaining duty-related injuries. Detective So honorably served the city of Scottsdale and the Scottsdale Police Department for nine years, ending his watch as a dedicated member of the Special Assignments Unit.

Scottsdale observes Juneteenth closure; mourns detective's passing

By NE Valley Times | Jun 18, 2024

Most city offices and facilities in Scottsdale will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. However, trash and recycling collection services will remain unaffected.

City offices close for Juneteenth while police mourn fallen detective

By NE Valley Times | Jun 17, 2024

Most city offices and facilities will be closed Wednesday, June 19, for Juneteenth. Trash and recycling collection is not affected. Residents are advised to place their containers in the usual spot by 5 a.m. on the morning of collection or the night before.

NE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By NE Valley Times | Jun 15, 2024

The following parishes in the NE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

2 bank failures in Maricopa County since 2012

By NE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

There were more than 120 bank failures across the country from 2012 to 2024, two of which occurred in Maricopa County.

Scottsdale mourns death of Police Detective Ryan So

By NE Valley Times | Jun 14, 2024

Scottsdale Police Detective Ryan So died Thursday, June 13, after sustaining duty-related injuries. Detective So served the city of Scottsdale and the Scottsdale Police Department for nine years, concluding his service as a member of the Special Assignments Unit.

From NW Valley Times

Climate and environmental policy expert: Homeless heat related deaths are caused by ‘the urban heat island effect’ not climate change

By NE Valley Times | 5 months ago

H. Sterling Burnett, director of the Arthur B. Robinson Center on Climate and Environmental Policy, said that many heat-related deaths in Phoenix's homeless population are often wrongly blamed on climate change when they are actually caused by the urban heat island effect. Burnett was a guest on a recent episode of the Grand Canyon Times Podcast.

New principals appointed for Coronado High and Mountainside Middle Schools

By NE Valley Times | Jun 12, 2024

The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Governing Board has appointed Melinda Splitek as the new principal of Coronado High School and Amy Hardy as the new principal of Mountainside Middle School. The appointments were made during the Board’s meeting on June 11.

Local Government Meeting today in Northeast Valley

By NE Valley Times | Jun 11, 2024

Northeast Valley City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government event this week in Northeast Valley: June 9-15

By NE Valley Times | Jun 10, 2024

The following event is scheduled to take place in Northeast Valley this week.

Scottsdale adopts cautious fiscal year budget with focus on public safety

By NE Valley Times | Jun 10, 2024

Scottsdale’s Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan was adopted by the City Council on Tuesday, June 4.

Scottsdale adopts fiscally cautious budget amid economic uncertainties

By NE Valley Times | Jun 10, 2024

The City of Scottsdale has adopted its Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, as approved by the City Council on June 4. Despite strong revenue growth, the budget reflects a 9.4% net decrease from the current fiscal year due to projected declines in residential rental tax and state shared revenues, continued inflation, and a slowdown in consumer spending.

Scottsdale adopts reduced budget amid economic challenges

By NE Valley Times | Jun 10, 2024

Scottsdale has announced a reduction in its budget and property taxes, with the City Council adopting the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan on June 4. Despite strong revenue growth, the budget reflects a 9.4% net decrease from the current fiscal year due to projected declines in residential rental tax, state shared revenues, continued inflation, and a slowdown in consumer spending.

Scottsdale reduces its budget while lowering property taxes for fiscal year 2024/25

By NE Valley Times | Jun 10, 2024

Scottsdale’s Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan was adopted by the City Council on Tuesday, June 4.

NE Valley Times area weekly mass times

By NE Valley Times | Jun 8, 2024

The following parishes in the NE Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.