Los Alamos County Ice Rink Opens With Limits Saturday
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink opens Saturday, Dec. 26 at 4475 West Road. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink will open Saturday, Dec. 26 as a “Close Contact Business” under the current Public Health Order(PHO).
Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) would like to thank County Council Chair Sara Scott in her efforts of contacting the Governor’s Office, supporting us to get the ice rink open. CSD also would like to thank other members of the public who also contacted the Governor’s office to support the opening of this important outdoor asset.
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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,272 New Cases, Total Now 132,075 With 23 New Deaths And 56,844 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,272 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 2 more case today … the total is now 246 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 23 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 302 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 54 new cases in Chaves County
- 54 new cases in Cibola County
- 19 new cases in Curry County
- 1 new case in De Baca County
- 140 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 69 new cases in Eddy County
- 6 new cases
Los Alamos County Eco Station And Overlook Collection Center Closed For Christmas And New Year’s Day
PAC 8 Community Media Center Schedule: Dec. 25-31
During the COVID-19 global pandemic, PAC 8 Community Media Center is available by appointment for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing and pick-up and drop-off of videos and other items.
For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Dec. 25-31:
Friday, Dec. 25, 2020
- Merry Christmas – no local programming
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Tom Hartman Program
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 4 p.m. — Rising Up with Somali
- 12 a.m. — Free Speech TV
Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020
- Free Speech TV
Sunday, Read More
Chart 282: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 21, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 826 New Cases, Total Now 130,808 With 9 New Deaths And 55,803 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 826 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 3 more case today … the total is now 244 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 9 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 293 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 27 new cases in Chaves County
- 13 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax County
- 10 new cases in Curry County
- 72 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 19 new cases in Eddy County
- 11 new cases
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,077 New Cases, Total Now 129,993 With 16 New Deaths And 54,357 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,077 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 5 more case today … the total is now 241 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 16 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 278 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 26 new cases in Chaves County
- 19 new cases in Cibola County
- 5 new cases in Colfax County
- 12 new cases in Curry County
- 119 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 45 new cases in Eddy County
- 10 new
Scenes From County Swearing In Ceremony
Newly elected state and local officials were sworn into their new positions Friday through Zoom. Left, Los Alamos County Councilor Denise Derkacs repeats the oath given by Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas. Screenshot/LADP
Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas administers the oath of office to County Councilor David Reagor. Screenshot/LADP
Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas administers the oath of office to County Councilor Sean Williams. Screenshot/LADP
Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas, who was re-elected this year, recites the oath of office given by Probate Judge Michael Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,442 New Cases, Total Now 128,930 With 27 New Deaths And 53,278 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,442 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 3 more case today … the total is now 236 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 27 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 449 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 2 new cases in Catron County
- 63 new cases in Chaves County
- 3 new cases in Cibola County
- 15 new cases in Colfax County
- 24 new cases in Curry County
- 3 new cases in De Baca County
- 87 new cases
PAC 8 Community Media Center Schedule: Dec. 19-24
During the COVID-19 global pandemic, PAC 8 Community Media Center is available by appointment for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing and pick-up and drop-off of videos and other items.
For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Dec. 19-24:
Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020
- Free Speech TV
Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020
6 a.m. — FSTV
5 p.m. — The Prophetic Word
5:30 p.m. — Key to the Kingdom
6 p.m. — Los Alamos Senior Center – “Stay Home, Stay Safe, Stay Balanced”
7 p.m. — United Church
8 p.m. — La Verdad Read More
Utility Work On Diamond Drive To 41st Dec. 21 To Dec. 28
COUNTY News:
Beginning Monday, Dec. 21, and continuing through Monday, Dec. 28, crews from Marcon Excavating will be using a flagging setup in the area of Diamond Drive to 41st Street while they perform pothole operations for utility work.
After potholing is complete, Arkansas Avenue will be blocked to thru traffic from 41st to Diamond until the end of January 2021, to allow excavation for a water utility installation.
Traffic into the Hilltop Shopping area will be facilitated by traffic signage and traffic control devices. Through-traffic will be re-routed to Alabama Avenue at 41st Street. Read More
Los Alamos County Ice Rink Closed Until Further Notice
COUNTY News:
The Dec. 16, 2020 amended Public Health Order concerning COVID-19 identified ice rinks as close-contact recreational facilities that must remain closed while the county is in “Red” status.
Because of this amended Public Health Order, the Los Alamos County Ice Rink will remain closed until further notice. Read More
Chart 279: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 18, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimLos Alamos County Announces Holiday Closure Dates
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Administration Offices will be closed Christmas Day, Friday Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Friday Jan. 1.
For trash pick up, residents should place roll carts at the curb on the preceding Wednesdays (Dec. 23 and Dec. 30).
Other County facilities may be closed or have shortened hours of operation – check the Holiday Schedule webpage here, or call before heading out to visit the facility.
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,463 New Cases, Total Now 127,500 With 31 New Deaths And 52,137 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,463 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 9 more case today … the total is now 233 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 31 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 418 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 44 new cases in Chaves County
- 25 new cases in Cibola County
- 9 new cases in Colfax County
- 29 new cases in Curry County
- 1 new case in De Baca County
- 137 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 59 new
Canceled: CDAB Meeting Scheduled For Dec. 21
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) meeting scheduled for Monday, Dec. 21 is canceled. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,702 New Cases, Total Now 126,045 With 48 New Deaths And 50,784 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,702 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 5 more case today … the total is now 224 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 48 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 537 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 28 new cases in Chaves County
- 15 new cases in Cibola County
- 8 new cases in Colfax County
- 31 new cases in Curry County
- 2 new cases in De Baca County
- 140 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 38 new
Chart 278: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 17, 2020
Average daily cases by county. The bars in this chart display the seven-day average number of cases per 100,000 people. Los Alamos (25.8 average cases per 100,000) and its three surrounding counties are highlighted. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
Test positivity rate by county. The bars in this chart display the average number of positive COVID-19 tests for each county in New Mexico. Los Alamos (7 percent test positivity rate) and its three surrounding counties are highlighted. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Los Alamos County Council Green Lights Entering Due Diligence Period On CB Fox And Reel Deal Buildings
County enters due diligence period for possible purchase of CB Fox Building. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
County enters due diligence period for possible purchase of Reel Deal Bldg. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County owning two properties that formerly held beloved local businesses, CB Fox and Reel Deal Theater, inched closer to reality Tuesday night.
During its regular meeting, Los Alamos County Council approved 6-1, Councilor Katrina Martin was opposed, to enter into a purchase agreement Read More
Chart 277: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 16, 2020
The state of New Mexico updated today the COVID-19 map with county risk designations applicable for the two-week period Dec 16-Dec 29. New Mexico’s ‘Red to Green’ framework consists of two gating criteria: (1) Average daily cases below 8 per 100,000 residents, and (2) test positivity rate below 5 percent. The ‘Red to Green’ has three risk designations: (a) RED, none of the gating criteria are met, (b) YELLOW, one gating criteria met, (c) GREEN, both gating criteria are met. Los Alamos County, with average daily cases of 26 per 100,000 people and test positivity of 7 percent remains in the RED. San
