News Alert: Crash On Truck Route Near LANSCE
Los Alamos police and firefighters are responding to a two vehicle crash on the Truck Route. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos police and firefighters are responding to a two vehicle crash on the Truck Route near the LANSCE turn off.
Travel is down to one lane each direction. Commuters are asked to avoid the truck route this evening and be prepared for delays.
No other information is available at this time about those involved or any injuries. Read More
LAPD Sgt. Chris Ross Graduates From Northwestern University Center For Public Safety
From left, Deputy Director of the Center for Public Safety at Northwestern University Michelle Camden, LAPD Sgt. Chris Ross, Albuquerque Police Chief Gorden Eden and U.S. Magistrate Judge Gregory J. Fouratt. Sgt. Chris Ross recently graduated from the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
Los Alamos Police Sgt. Chris Ross recently graduated from the Northwestern University, Center for Public Safety, class #420 of the School of Police Staff and Command.
The School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) is an intensive 10-week program that prepares law Read More
Parks & Rec Board Reviews Capital Projects Thursday
COUNTY News:
Capital projects for Golf Course Improvements, Ice Rink Improvements, Pinon Park Splash Pad and a Kiddie Pool that were moved forward by County Council at their Aug. 8 meeting will be discussed by the Parks and Recreation Board this Thursday, Nov. 9.
The Board is expected to make recommendations about the projects that will be forwarded to the Council to consider at their Council meeting Dec. 5.
The public is welcome to attend and give public comments to the Board this Thursday. The meeting is 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.
For additional background, visit www.losalamosnm.us and Read More
LAPD Property Auction Slated For Nov. 21
LAPD News:
A 1994 Ford Taurus Wagon, bikes, tools, a guitar and jewelry are among the items to be auctioned 9-10 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21 by the Los Alamos Police Department.
“All items to be sold are found or unclaimed property that has been in the possession of the Department for more than 90 days. By law, anything valued at more than $50 has to be auctioned. If not sold, it has to be destroyed,” Crime Scene/Evidence Tech Anthony Lucero said.
The auction will be cash only and government-issued identification will be required to bid. All items will be sold “as is, where is” Lucero said, and must Read More
Letter To The Editor: What Is A Weed?
By LYNN HANRAHANWe went to the County Code Enforcement presentation last Thursday at UNM-LA sponsored by the local Republican Party because we had recently received a notice from the county. Our garden is big, so we thought it might be a good idea to see what didn’t comply to county standards. It is easier to move “offensive” plants now when they are getting ready for their winter slumber. At least I think it is – my son has the green thumb.let
Gardens can be both cost and labor intensive so it’s good to get things right the first time. The county code men at last week’s presentation Read More
DWI Planning Council Meets Thursday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council meets at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9 in Room #110 in the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting open to the public.
Agenda:
- II. Public Comment
- III. Approval of minutes from previous meeting: Oct.12
- IV. Business
- a. Project A Presentation
- b. New DWI web page content ideas
- c. Future presentations – need ideas
- V. Coordinator’s Report
- a. LDWI Grant Council meeting recap
- b. DWI Coordinators Affiliate meeting recap
- VI. LAPS Report
- VII. LAPD Report
- VIII. Probation/Court Report
- IX. Council Chair’s Report
- X. Potential
County Council Work Session At Muni Building Tuesday
COUNTY News:2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
5. PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
- Briefing to Council
- Presenters: Loryn ‘Ryn’ Herrmann, Chair of the Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board
- Presentation of Recommendation Regarding Tennis Courts Evaluation
- Presenter: Melanee Hand, Chair of the Parks and
LAPD Makes Drug Arrest Friday
Victoria Espinoza arrested Friday. Courtesy/LAPD
Victoria Espinoza of White Rock was arrested Friday afternoon on an arrest warrant issued by Los Alamos Magistrate Court Judge Pat Casados.
Espinoza was charged with possession of methamphetamine; possession of heroin; selling, disposing, possessing dangerous drugs; possession of marijuana; and two counts of drug paraphernalia for possessing 53 hypodermic needles and a broken glass methamphetamine pipe.
According to the request for issuance of an arrest filed Read More
Temporary Lane; Sidewalk Closures On Trinity Drive
COUNTY News:
As part of 20th Street Extension Project, construction crews will be performing paving operations next week on 20th Street at the intersection of Trinity Drive.
This work requires temporary lane and sidewalk closures on Trinity Drive near 20th Street, scheduled as follows, weather permitting:
- Tuesday, Nov. 7 through Friday, Nov. 10, eastbound right lane.
For more information or questions, contact the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 or email lacpw@lacnm.us.
The County thanks the community for its continued patience and cooperation.
Los Alamos Police Department Announces Newest Academy Graduate: Ofc. David Randleman
New LAPD Ofc. David Randleman, center, at his Oct. 27 graduation from the Police Academy with LAPD Cmdr. Oilver Morris, left, and Sgt. Daniel Roberts. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department’s newest Police Academy graduate Ofc. David Randleman graduated Oct. 27 as class Valedictorian.
New LAPD Ofc. David Randleman graduated the Police Academy as class Valedictorian. Courtesy/LAPD
Ofc. Randleman was one of 34 cadets from around the State of New Mexico who became certified police officers last Friday.
During the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy’s 195th class, Ofc. Read More
Recycle Fashion Show Postponed
COUNTY News:
The Recycle Fashion Show is POSTPONED until further notice.
Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Read More
LAPD: Hunting Season In Full Swing
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department wants to remind residents that the fall hunting season is in full swing and will continue through the spring.
Hunting Safety Tips for Non-Hunters
If you feel uneasy about outdoor recreation during hunting season, follow these common sense rules and (with a few fashionable swaths of hunter blaze orange fabric) you can continue to enjoy the outdoors.
- Identify hunting seasons and lands open to hunting. Learn about where and when hunting is taking place and plan your recreation activities accordingly.
- Wear bright clothing (like hunter blaze orange).
New Mexico Tourism Industry Enjoys Boom
Regional Tourism Economy Panel members from left, Los Alamos County Community Services Department Director Brian Brogan, Assistant to the County Manager Linda Matteson, Bandelier Superintendent Jason Lott, Bradbury Science Museum Director Linda Deck and Cynthia Delgado of TOURISM in Santa Fe. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
New Mexico Hospitality Association President Jen Schroer speaks during the summit. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypostcom
The tourism industry is gaining more Read More
County Manager Shares Code Enforcement Data
By HARRY BURGESSThe Los Alamos County Council has scheduled a discussion regarding the current nuisance code for its Nov. 7 work session. In preparation for that discussion, Council requested that County staff provide detailed information regarding its efforts during the past several months – in order that the conversation next week can be based on the best data.
During the past two Council meetings I have presented such information, and since there has been active conversation regarding the nuisance code within the community, the County Council requested Read More
Mesa Library Free Film ‘Days Of Heaven’ Thursday
Days of Heaven movie poster. Courtesy/LAC
Library News:
Days of Heaven, starring a young Richard Gere, Brooke Adams and Sam Shepard, is the latest offering in the Mesa Public Library Free Film Series, showing 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the Upstairs Meeting Rooms.
This highly-acclaimed film was directed by Terrence Malick, who won the prize for Best Director at the Cannes film festival in 1979. The film won Academy Awards for Best Cinematography and Best Costume Design, and was nominated for awards in Best Sound and Best Music, Original Score.
In his 1997 review of Days of Heaven, Roger Ebert said, Read More
LAFD Launches ‘Movember’ To Raise Funds To Combat Men’s Health Issues
The Los Alamos Fire Department is raising funds and awareness for men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and poor mental health. Throughout ‘Movember’ LAFD personnel are growing mustaches and collecting donations for The Movember Foundation’s goal of stopping men from dying too young. The A Shift at Station 1 took the bold step today of posing for a ‘before’ photo, saying they are ‘The Shift'”. Anyone wishing to make a donation can stop by any LAFD station or contribute online at https://moteam.co/lafd-inter-mo-s. Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Oct. 27 To Oct. 31, 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.
PEDRO SANCHEZ
Oct. 27 at 11:21 a.m. / Police arrested Pedro Sanchez, 54, of Cordova at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding District Court warrant.
MICHAEL ANTHONY CARRILLO
Oct. 30 at 3:03 p.m. / Police arrested Michael Anthony Carrillo, 5448, of Albuquerque at the Adult Probation Office on an outstanding warrant from another jurisdiction.
CASANDRA ROSE RUYBAL Read More
Police Share Glow Sticks With Trick-Or-Treaters
Los Alamos Police Sgt. Chris Ross, left, and Cpl. Mike Weiss keeping a watchful eye on the neighborhood and passing out glow stick bracelets to trick-or-treaters Tuesday night in White Rock. Photo by Kateri Morris
A young firefighter shows his candy collection to Los Alamos Police Sgt. Chris Ross during trick-or-treat activities Tuesday night in White Rock. Photo by Kateri Morris Read More
Judge Orders Consolidation Of Sheriff-Related Cases
COURT News:
Judge Francis J. Mathew has granted an unopposed motion to consolidate two ongoing First Judicial Court cases involving Los Alamos County Sheriff Marco Lucero. The order was filed Oct. 23 in Court.
The first case was filed against Los Alamos County Council by Lucero Aug. 29 asking the Court for a writ of mandamus directing the Council to fulfill its statutory responsibility to fund the Office of the Sheriff adequately for him to perform what he believes are his statutory duties. It also asks the Court to restrain the Council from taking any further actions contrary to the law establishing Read More
Los Alamos County Emoji Senior Management Team Thanks Employees At Special Luncheon Today
Dressed as emojis, the Los Alamos County Senior Management Team gathers to thank employees during a special luncheon today at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo Read More
