Sign in Welcome! Log into your account your username your password Forgot your password? Get help Privacy Policy Password recovery Recover your password your email A password will be e-mailed to you. HomeNews News Child Abuse Prevention Month By: ADP Staff April 26, 2013 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Related stories News MARCHiversary celebration sees dedication of Peggy’s Placita Over the weekend, the Artesia Public Library (APL) continued... Politics Martinez announces candidacy for county sheriff Victor Martinez has officially declared his candidacy for the... Obituaries Sandra Johnson A memorial reception is scheduled for 10 a.m. -... From left, Amy Dunlop, Carol Halliwell, Jennifer Campbell, Matthew Rael and Blanca Villa of the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) pose with Mayor Phillip Burch Wednesday morning as April 2013 is proclaimed Child Abuse Prevention Month. According to the proclamation, a child is not only our greatest responsibility but the representation of innocence and hope for our future. Because children should have the right to feel safe in their homes and deserve to grow up in an environment free from harm and fear, it is the responsibility of every citizen to report child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities. Communities must join together to ensure the safety of our children by providing education and awareness.Rob Larson – Daily Press ADP Staff Join the Artesia Daily Press Newsletter Stay informed with the latest Artesia news and updates, directly in your inbox. Subscribe now! Name First Last Email* Latest stories News MARCHiversary celebration sees dedication of Peggy’s Placita Politics Martinez announces candidacy for county sheriff Obituaries Sandra Johnson News Candidate filings set for primary, general elections Previous articleFive years of serviceNext articleOne-vehicle rollover victim’s name released