Kirsten Laskey (ladp admin)

Los Alamos Magistrate Court Briefs

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STAFF REPORT

A preliminary examination for Joseph Gonzales on charges of negligent arson, child abuse, attempted distribution/possession with intent to sell a controlled substance, use or possession of drug paraphernalia, and trafficking, was continued. Assistant District Attorney Kent Wahlquist said the federal government is still investigating the case. Gonzales was arrested in connection with the May 4, 2016 explosion at a Los Alamos apartment complex.

Chihyuejim Kao was found guilty of assault against a family member and criminal damage to property in connection with a domestic Read More

Rep. Garcia Richard Updates Rotary On Session

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‘I feel a little suspended in time,’ Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard told the Rotary Club of Los Alamos during its regular meeting May 2 at the Los Alamos County Golf Course. She explained the regular legislative session is completed but a special session is being  called. Garcia Richard presented a summary of the session and reported on several of the bills she sponsored or carried on the House floor. One bill addresses the transfering of college credits. The bill, which passed and the Govenor signed, amends the Post-Secondary Read More

LAAC Celebrates 50 Years Of Arts And Crafts Fairs

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Tito Rios serenades the crowd at the Los Alamos Arts Council’s Spring Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Artist Gary Strein talks to a customer during the Los Alamos Arts Council’s Spring Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday. Stein has a long history of participating in the annual fair. He first participated in it between 15 and 18 years ago. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Jesus Rodriguez makes a purchase from Venus Brightstar Saturday. Brightstar, who is from Santa Fe, said she has been attending the fair for about 10 years. Read More

Athlete Of The Week: Sean Rau

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Sean Rau is the Athlete of the week. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

Sean Rau of Los Alamos High School is selected as the Athlete of the Week

What do you hope to get out of playing golf in high school?  
Want to win a state championship, leadership skills and being a great teammate.

What is your favorite subject in school?
English
 
Where do you hope to attend college and what do you want to study?
Somewhere he can play golf. Business management
 
Coach question – What makes this athlete stand out?
Sean is our team captain and being the combination of golf and leadership/maturity to
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UNM-LA Hosts Event Highlighting Two Programs

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After the demonstrations, Paula Jaramillo meets with Dr. Oldham for advice on course work as she is considering enrolling in one of these programs at UNM-LA. Photo by Mary Martucci/UNM-LA

UNM-LA News:

Monday, UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) held an open house to introduce high school and college students to the Electro-Mechanical and Environmental Technology programs. This was the second event in a series of workshops to heighten awareness of in-demand career opportunities available in the northern New Mexico region. Program and career information related to these degrees, including curriculum Read More

We Are The Champions: Hilltopper Softball Wins 2-5A Title!

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Megan Romero had a big game; here, she catches the ball in time for the out in the second inning as Janessa Gonzales backs her up. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Alicia Gonzales hits a single in the first game of a double hitter against the Capital Jaguars played in Santa Fe at the Capital campus. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com​

 

By RJ Montaño
Los Alamos Daily Post
 

SANTA FE — The Los Alamos Softball team only needed six innings to claim the district 2-5A Championship Monday afternoon, with a mercy-rule victory over Capital High School 12-1 in the afternoon Read More

Los Alamos Police Blotter: April 26 To May 1, 2017

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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 filed against them.​

CONCHA HERRERA 
April 26/Concha Herrera, 38, of Truchas was arrested on an outstanding District Court warrant.

 

 

 

 

RYAN BARNES 
April 26/Ryan Barnes, 39, of Los Alamos was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct.

 

 

 

ELIJAH MEASON
April 27/Elijah Meason, 27, of Los Alamos was arrestedand charged with forgery Read More

LAAC’s Annual Spring Arts And Crafts Fair Saturday

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A couple browse different wares for sale during the Los Alamos Arts Council’s Spring Arts and Crafts Fair last year. This year’s fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Fuller Lodge lawn. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

LAAC News:

The organization’s Spring Arts and Crafts Fair takes on a golden hue as it will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year. The outdoor fair 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Fuller Lodge lawn. During the event, white tents will be erected and displayed underneath them will be a wide range of art.

One of the few juried arts and craft shows in the Read More

LAVA Shows Appreciation To Volunteers

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Gloria Baca, who volunteers at Sombrillo Nursing Home, participated in the Los Alamos Volunteer Association’s (LAVA) volunteer appreciation party Friday afternoon at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. Particpiants were served ice cream floats and treated to music performed by Eddy and the Nomads. LAVA has 503 volunteers in its program and more than 100 volunteers were expected to attend the festivities Friday. LAVA, which was previously known as the Retired Senior Volunteer Program or RSVP, has partnered with local nonprofits to provide volunteers Read More

Winter Returns To Los Alamos … For A Few Hours!

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This morning Los Alamos got a surprise snowstorm as shown here on Central Avenue. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Cars get a thick coating of snow during this morning’s snowstorm. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The eagle sculpture at the entrance to Cental Park Square is dusted with with snow. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

A wintery scene this morning in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

An unusual snow scene in late April is spotted this morning outside the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Central Read More