PCNM Discontinues COVID-19 Testing In Los Alamos
COUNTY News:
Due to staffing issues, Pathology Consultants of New Mexico (PCNM) will no longer provide drive through COVID-19 testing service in the Mari Mac Village shopping center parking lot at 759 Central Ave. effective today.
Rapid PCR testing is still available 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday with Curative at White Rock Town Hall, 139 Long View Dr. Visit the Curative website to schedule a date and time.
For more information regarding testing options for Los Alamos County, visit the County website. Read More
County: RediNet Internet Access Remains Down
COUNTY News:
8:45 a.m.: RediNet internet access is still experiencing an outage.
There is no current time for when services will be back up, but the County IT Division is working closely with RediNet to assist in any way possible.
County services that use RediNet will be unable to access the internet during this time.
Examples include:
- MyDrive traffic cameras;
- Public Wi-Fi at all County sites and downtown; and
- Public library kiosks at both libraries.
Council Adopts Revisions To Chapter 18 Nuisance Code
Los Alamos County Councilor Sara Scott during Tuesday night’s regular council meeting makes the motion to adopt Ordinance No. 02-334, to repeal and replace the text in Chapter 18 of the County Code, which addresses nuisances. The motion passed 4-3, in which Councilors Melanee Hand, David Reagor and Council Chair Randall Ryti opposed and Councilors David Izraelevitz, Council Vice Chair Denise Derkacs, Keith Lepsch and Scott supported. While Izraelevitz, Scott and Derkacs called the changes a compromise and adding that the code is now clearer, lenient and easier to understand, Ryti, Reagor Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Dec. 2-8, 2022
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Dec. 2-8, 2022:
Friday, Dec. 2, 2022
- 6 a.m. Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. County Council Replay 11-29-22
- 3 p.m. Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. PAC 8 Summer Media Classes
- 7 p.m. The Whitehouse Chronicles
- 7:30 p.m. Los Alamos
Periodic Lane Closure On DP Road Through Friday
COUNTY News:
Contractors for Los Alamos County are constructing a sidewalk extension along the southside of DP Road from the end of the existing sidewalk east of 6th Street to Trinity Drive.
During this activity, a lane closure on DP Road will be needed periodically. Contractor employees (flaggers) will be used to direct traffic and pedestrians safely through the work area during these times.
Drivers and pedestrians are asked to use caution and follow the direction of the flaggers.
This work is expected to be completed by Friday Dec. 2.
Direct questions and comments to Keith Wilson with the Read More
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact: 26 New Cases For Week Ending Nov. 28, 2022
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact:
COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Nov. 28, 2022, impacting Los Alamos County:
- 238 tests
- 26 diagnoses (17 in Los Alamos, 9 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim. Read More
Taos Chamber Music Group Presents Two Winter-themed Programs With Gleb Ivanov Dec. 9, 10 & 11
Pianist Gleb Ivanov
TAOS CHAMBER MUSIC News:
The Taos Chamber Music Group’s (TCMG) 30th Anniversary Season celebrates the holiday season with two of its most popular programs.
Both feature the immensely gifted pianist Gleb Ivanov who will be presented in a solo piano recital, “Winter Scenes” Friday, Dec. 9, and then join TCMG musicians for a chamber music program, “Journey Into Winter” with two performances Dec. 10 and 11.
All concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. and take place in the Arthur Bell Auditorium at the Harwood Museum of Art.
A TCMG regular – this year marks Ivanov’s 10th season of appearances Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: At Los Alamos County Ice Rink
On the job in Los Alamos is Los Alamos County Ice Rink employee Alex Tuning. The ice rink is open for business and Tuning is holding up skates available for rent. For a schedule, click here. Photo by Connor Hoch/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Ice Rink employees and skaters get ready to take to the ice Saturday. From left, Instructor Caroline Boyle, skater Isabelle Price and employee Alex Tuning. Photo by Connor Hoch/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Winter Market Begins Dec. 1 Near Fuller Lodge
Former Los Alamos County Councilor Diane Albert Believed To Be Victim Of Murder-Suicide
Diane Albert
Staff Report
A spokesperson for the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) has confirmed to the Los Alamos Daily Post this afternoon that Diane Albert (former Los Alamos County Councilor and LANL employee) is the victim of what is believed to be a murder-suicide in her residence Friday afternoon in Albuquerque.
A friend of the decedents contacted deputies after receiving a troubling message from Albert’s husband Eric Pinkerton, according to BCSO. Upon arrival, deputies located the decedents, Albert, 65, and Pinkerton, 63, inside the residence along with several dead animals. Read More
Los Alamos County Moves Back To Red On CDC Map
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released today its weekly update to the COVID-19 community level map. The CDC framework designates community levels based on diagnoses and regional hospitalization levels (link). Masks are recommended for everybody in counties at the highest, red, risk level. Masks are recommended for at-risk individuals in counties at the intermediate, yellow, risk level. Source: CDC. Map: mapchart.net. Created by Eli Ben-NaimCounty: 100 Days Of Winter Activity Guide Now Available
QR code for 100 Days of Winter Activity Guide
COUNTY News:
Holiday events, various programs and activities, and outdoor ice skating – there’s no shortage of fun exciting things to do this winter in Los Alamos County.
The 100 Days of Winter Activity Guide is now available! The guide provides information of activities for community members of all ages Nov. 27 to Feb. 25, 2023.
The Winter Activity Guide is packed with great information about facilities, organizations, programs, and events. Pick up a hard copy at the Aquatic Center, Ice Rink, Golf Course, Mesa Public or White Rock Branch Library, Read More
Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office Announces 2022 General Election Results Are Official
Canvass attendees clockwise from left, Canvass Board Member Heath Davis, Board Member Betty Ann Gunther, Board Member Jolyn McTeigue, County Clerk Naomi Maestas, Elections Manager Victoria Martinez, Board Member James Rickman and Board Member Cameron Counters. Photo by Senior Deputy Clerk Victoria Montoya.
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County (LAC) Clerk’s Office has completed the required canvass process to certify and finalize the results of the 2022 General Election, held Tuesday, Nov. 8.
The Canvass Board met 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 in the Municipal Building. The Canvass Board consisted Read More
County Council To Hold Special Session Nov. 30
Los Alamos County & UWNNM Partner On CommuniTree Campaign To Help Northern New Mexico Families Impacted By Wildfires
Deputy County Manager Linda Matteson and UWNNM Communications Specialist Megan Bucklin help kick-off the ‘Kindled Hearts for Warm Homes’ campaign at the CommuniTree inside the Municipal Building Lobby. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County and United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) have partnered for the CommuniTree “Kindled Hearts for Warm Homes” campaign underway through Dec. 31.
The focus of the campaign is to collect warm weather apparel and everyday essentials, as well as raise funds for families impacted by the Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire and subsequent flooding in Read More
Leisure Lagoon Closed Due To Construction Delays
The Leisure Lagoon is closed due to continued construction delays. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Leisure Lagoon schedule is noted in the Los Alamos County Winter Activity Guide, was in anticipation of the facility being open by the time the publication went to print.
However, due to continued construction delays the Leisure Lagoon is not open yet.
Also, the Community Services Department would like to note that the schedule published for the Leisure Lagoon is reflective of the current staffing/lifeguard capabilities at the Los Alamos Aquatic Center.
The County is working to open the facility Read More
Los Alamos Arts Council Announces Brandi Engeman As New Executive Director
LAAC Executive Director Brandi Engeman
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) has announce that Brandi Engeman has been promoted to the position of Executive Director.
Engeman has been with the Arts Council in an official capacity since January of 2022 as the Education Programs Manager and brings years of diverse experience to the organization, from Los Alamos Public Schools, owning and operating her own business, as well as managing and working for other nonprofits both locally and nationally.
The Los Alamos Arts Council Board of Directors said of Engeman’s hiring: “Brandi’s passion Read More
County Council To Host Public Hearing & Presentation For Chapter 16 Development Code Nov. 30
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hear a request from the Los Alamos County Community Development Department (CDD) to amend the Chapter 16 Development Code, with a comprehensive update through Ordinance 02-333 to be considered for adoption, during a public hearing and presentation 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30.
The meeting is open to the public at 1000 Central Ave. in Council Chambers, or remotely at the following Zoom link.
Chapter 16 is the County’s zoning code that defines how property in specific geographic zones can be used and developed. CDD and Dekker/Perich/Sabatini (DPS) Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Volunteer Bernadine Goldman
On the Job in Los Alamos Friday is retired Los Alamos County Library employee Bernadine Goldman. She now volunteers at the Friends of the Los Alamos County Libraries (FLACL) used bookstore inside Mesa Public Library. FLACL is a 501c3 non-profit organization, which supports the staff and services of the County Library System. Volunteers operates the used bookstore 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. For more information, call 505.662.2188. Photo by Connor Hoch/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Winter Classic At Ice Rink Dec. 9-11
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services Department has partnered with the Los Alamos Hockey Association (LAHA) to bring a 3-day hockey event to our Los Alamos County outdoor ice rink: The Los Alamos Winter Classic, Dec. 9–11, 2022.
The Los Alamos Winter Classic will host teams from El Paso, Amarillo, and Alamosa, ranging in age from Pee-Wee to High School. High School Varsity games are scheduled for each day during the event.
The capstone event for the Los Alamos Winter Classic is the NAHL hockey game featuring the New Mexico Ice Wolves® vs the El Paso Rhinos. This is a sanctioned NAHL Read More
