Howe Police Department has new officer

Mayor Jeff Stanley did the swearing in duties for new Howe Police Officer Oscar Martinez on Tuesday afternoon Martinez is the seventh full-time officer on the HPD squad

A native of Mexico, Martinez has been in the United States for fifteen years He and his wife Yahada live in Allen, Texas where she is employed by Lovejoy ISD

Martinez says he loves the fact that being a police officer offers something new and challenging every day

"Helping people out is something I love to do " said Martinez

Martinez is bilingual (Spanish and English) which is ever so valuable on the police force

"We are happy to welcome Officer Oscar Martinez to our department " said Howe Police Chief Carl Hudman "After undergoing an extensive background investigation and review board, he will now begin a 17 week field training program We believe he will make a positive impact within our community"

Santa visited Howe library Saturday for story time

Santa Claus made a special trip to the Howe Community Library on Saturday where he read stories to children. Afterwards, the kids were able to make their own cookies and color in books Santa Claus has made many appearances in this publication over the years.