Even With Good Bike Plan, A Lot Is Up To The Cyclist
With the Laboratory beginning work on a site-wide bike plan, the County having just received Bronze level bicycle-friendly community status, and a plethora of good road and trail riding in Los Alamos and surrounding areas, there is a lot for local bicyclists to cheer about. That said, whether one is riding for fun, utility, or both, a lot still depends on the engagement and awareness of the rider in order to get out and back with the rubber side consistently down.
Drugs And Paraphernalia Found On Local Inmate
Los Alamos Daily Post
A 30-year-old Fairview woman was charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance and two counts of possession or use of drug paraphernalia after she was arrested Dec. 19 in the Los Alamos County Detention Center.
Following a search at the Detention Center, Melody Lopez was found to have in her bra two orange needle caps and the barrel and plunger part of a needle, both of which had been cut to be smaller in size than normal.
Two strips consistent with Suboxone and 14 round white pills identified as Clonazepan also were Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Acting Police Chief Jason Wardlow Herrera
On the job in Los Alamos is Deputy Police Chief Jason Wardlow Herrera in his office today at the Los Alamos Police Department. Wardlow Herrera serves as acting chief whenever Chief Dino Sgambellone is out of the office. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Update: LAMC Experiences Power Outage, Operating On Backup Power
Update: Power has been restored at LAMC.
LAMC News:
A power outage ocurred at 1 p.m. today at Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC). The hospital lost power is on backup power. Utility crews are on site working to restore power.
At 1:30 p.m. linemen determined that the power outage at the Los Alamos Medical Center was caused by a faulted underground line that feeds LAMC. LAMC is currently using its backup generator to supply power. Crews are in contact with medical center facilities staff. It is expected that it will to be restored by 4 p.m. today. Read More
Los Alamos County Community Services Department Launches Facebook Page
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) is excited to launch an all-inclusive Facebook page.
This page is a one-stop shop for all of the programs, activities and events offered by Community Services.
Existing individual CSD Facebook pages (Library, Open Space, Parks & Recreation and Triathlon) will sunset Jan. 8. Be sure to follow the new page to stay connected.
Kristin Heineman Gives Author Talk On Oracle Of Delphi At Mesa Library Thursday
Author Kristin Heineman in Greece. Courtesy photo
Library News:
The public is invited to a book talk about “The Decadence of Delphi” by author Kristin Heineman at 7 p.m., Dec. 28, in the Upstairs Rotunda at Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave., in Los Alamos. The talk is part of the monthly Authors Speak series put on by the Los Alamos County Library System.
A 2002 graduate of Los Alamos High School, Heineman went on to study Classics in college, and received her PhD from the University of Newcastle in Australia. Her research interests include the history of religion, women in the ancient world, Read More
County Council Updated On Ski Area
James Coleman of Pajarito Recreation, LLC speaks Friday during the County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Pattiz: UC Places ‘Utmost Importance’ On Local Communities
University of California Regent Norman J. Pattiz has responded to a letter from Los Alamos County Council Chair David Izraelevitz assuring him that UC views its partnership with the Northern New Mexico Communities as a critical component to the successful operation of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Pattiz said UC understands the County’s concerns and how important the gross receipts tax revenue derived from the operation of the Lab is to Los Alamos County.
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Council Recognizes Efforts To Make Los Alamos Bike Friendly
Members of the team that helped Los Alamos County earn the Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community award from the League of American Bicyclists show off their plaque and certificate during the regular County Council meeting Tuesday night. Councilor Chris Chandler, second from the right, recognized the team for its efforts. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council recognized the team comprised of residents and County staff that helped earn the Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community award during its regular meeting Tuesday Read More
Pongratz: A Bit Of Nit Picking
PEEC Announces Nature Center Holiday Hours
County Facilities To Operate On Holiday Schedules
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Dec. 15 – Dec. 19, 2017
LAPD News:
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department. Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges against them.
MELODY LOPEZ
Dec. 15 at 11:07 a.m. / Police arrested Melody Lopez, 33, of San Juan Pueblo at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding District Court warrant.
CHRISTOPHER PORTER
Dec. 15 at 1:43 p.m. / Police arrested Christopher Porter, 36, of Jemez Springs, at 31 Sherwood Blvd., and charged him with DWI and driving on a suspended or revoked license and arrested him on an outstanding Read More
Inmate Receives High School Equivalency Credential
Anthony Lambson shows some of the books he used to study for his High School Equivalency Credential while incarcerated in the Los Alamos Detention Center. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Anthony Lambson, 21, just received his High School Equivalency Credential from the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA). While this would be a cause for celebration for anyone, it is particularly significant for Lambson who will be leaving the Los Alamos Detention Center Thursday after almost 18 months in custody. Read More
Police Investigate Pop-Up Camper Theft
Surveillance image shows suspect vehicle and stolen camper. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department Investigations Section is investigating the theft of a pop-up camper.
Contact Crime Stoppers at 505.662.8282 if you observe the stolen camper described below or if you know suspect vehicle information.
LAPD is offering a reward of up to $400 for anyone who has information that leads to the arrest of any suspect(s). Reporting individuals may remain anonymous.
The stolen camper displays New Mexico Registration 27423RVB and the VIN is 47CC10E13W3023905. It is described Read More
County: Holiday Closures Notice
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Administration offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 25 and Monday, Jan. 1 for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays.
Other County facilities and bus services may have modified hours of operation on or around the holidays.
A complete list of hours and closures is available on the County’s website: https://www.losalamosnm.us/bottom_page_quick_links/holiday_hours_of_operation Read More
East Bound Trinity Drive Lane & Median Closure
COUNTY News:
Road construction and traffic diversion begins at 7:30 a.m. Dec. 21 and continues through Dec. 26 while crews adjust manholes.
The Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets Division of Public Works will close the eastbound inside lane and median between 15th and 20th Street.
The closure will remain in place over the Holiday weekend to allow for concrete to set.
The County asks motorists to slow down and be mindful of workers in the traffic control zone. Read More
Environmental Sustainability Board Meets Thursday
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Tourism Work Group Meets Noon Wednesday
COUNTY News:
The Tourism Work Group meets at noon Wednesday, Dec. 20 in Room 110 in the Los Alamos County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Review of draft Tourism Strategic Plan
3. Schedule for comments and future meetings
4. Adjourn
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