Call For Applicants For New Subcommittee
COUNTY News:
A subcommittee of the County Council’s ad hoc Tourism Master Plan/ Economic Development Strategic Plan Steering Committee (now known as “Tourism Work Group”) is being created to continue the work of the prior Manhattan Project National Historical Park Committee.
The County is looking for representatives from Los Alamos or White Rock who are interested in serving on this Sub-Committee. Members will be appointed by the Tourism Work Group Chair Susan O’Leary.
The purpose of the Sub-Committee is to provide local guidance and perspective to the National Park Service and Read More
Update: Opening Of Trinity Drive Between 4th Street And DP Road Moved To Wednesday Morning
Workers lay down a layer of asphalt Monday afternoon on the section of Trinity Drive between 4th Street and DP Road. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Trinity Drive between 4th Street and DP Road gets a new layer of asphalt after having a portion of a sewer line replaced. This section of the road is closed and expected to reopen Wednesday morning. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comThe torrential monsoon rainstorm Saturday in combination with the warm weather today threw a wrench in the plan to reopen Trinity Drive Tuesday Read More
County Council Meets Tuesday, July 11
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Summer Stars Introduction At Nature Center
Los Alamos Nature Center on Canyon Road. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Become familiar with the seasonal skies at the Los Alamos Nature Center.
Friday July 14, 8-10 p.m., join John Lorenzen for a fascinating astronomy presentation at the Los Alamos Nature Center. This two-hour program will begin in the planetarium and include an introduction to seasonal constellations.
After becoming familiar with celestial features, the group will view the night sky via telescopes, weather permitting.
Lorenzen has enjoyed guiding learners of all ages in the wonders of astronomy. He has worked in a variety Read More
Scenes From Friday’s Summer Concert
Raindrops couldn’t stop fans from coming out Friday for the Summer Concert at which Ian Moore and his band performed at Ashley Pond. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Lead singer Ian Moore and his band rocked the pond Friday. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Rockin’ in the rain. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
The gang from Plateau Properties. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Tiny tree hugger. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comClark: Apology To FOS Volunteers
By CAROL A. CLARKI was contacted this morning by a volunteer with the Friends of the Shelter who expressed deep hurt at a recent story published in the Los Alamos Daily Post about the organization severing ties with the local animal shelter.
She felt the headline with the word “raid” misrepresented the actions of the volunteers and that the organization’s long history of caring for animals has been diminished.
I take full responsibility for that headline and apologize to the volunteers of this organization. These volunteers have done an invaluable service
Richard Swenson Sculpture Show Opens Monday
Metal sculptures by Richard Swenson on display this month at Mesa Public Library Gallery. Courtesy photoLIBRARY News:
Richard Swenson’s imaginative metal sculpture is familiar to many people in Los Alamos and White Rock. He has installed dozens of his favorite works in Mesa Public Library for the next month, with an opening reception 5-7 p.m. Monday, July 10.
A veritable menagerie of domestic and exotic animals awaits you at Richard Swenson’s show in the Upstairs Art Gallery. Majestic horses, good-natured penguins, a graceful cheetah, goofy dogs with lolling tongues, some rams, some pigs, Read More
Reception For New Library Manager Monday
New Library Manager Eileen Sullivan
LIBRARY News:
The Los Alamos County Library System would like to introduce the new Library Manager Eileen Sullivan to the community at an informal reception, 6-7 p.m. Monday, July 10 in the Upstairs Rotunda at Mesa Public Library.
Sullivan started on the job July 3. She is looking forward to meeting people and listening to find out how she and the library can best serve the public.
The reception is hosted by Friends of Los Alamos County Library System.
For more information about the library, visit the library website at www.losalamoslibrary.org.
Board Of Public Utilities Notice Of Possible Quorum
COUNTY News:
Notice of Possible Quorom for the Board of Public Utilities at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 12 at the White Rock Branch Library.
Members of the Board of Public Utilities may attend the public meeting to discuss the Electric Generation Integrated Resource Plan.
While a quorum may be present, no action will be taken by the Board of Public Utilities.
News Alert: Trinity Drive Closed Between 4th Street And DP Road Closed In Both Directions Through Tuesday
COUNTY News Alert:
Trinity Drive will remain closed between 4th Street and DP Road in both directions through Tuesday, July 11.
This emergency closure is due to a sewer line break.
East Bound traffic is being diverted to Knecht Street. West Bound traffic is being diverted to Central Avenue.
Local business access to DP Road is open via eastbound Trinity Drive.
No interruption in sewer services is anticipated. Read More
Concert: Ian Moore Band At Ashley Pond Tonight
Ian Moore Band performs blues rocker music at 7 p.m. today at Ashley Pond Park. Moore is a guitarist and singer-songwriter from Austin, Texas. He studied violin as a child but later switched to guitar. The concert is sponsored by Plateau Property Management. Courtesy photo
Take A Free Ride On Summer Concert Bus!
Alert: Trinity Drive Closed Between DP Road And 4th Street For Two Day Sewer Line Repair Project
COUNTY News Alert:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities is closing Trinity Drive (both east and west bound traffic) immediately between DP Road and 4th Street to repair a damaged sewer line.
This section of Trinity Drive will remain closed for two days. Traffic is being rerouted on Knecht Street. Read More
Environmental Services Seeks To Raise Rates
Public Works Director Philo Shelton speaks June 27 to County County Council about raising refuse, recylcing and solid waste facility fees for residential and commerical customers. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Environmental Services Manager Angelica Gurule discusses increased rates June 27 at the County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
The Environmental Services Division is operating in the red and to change this, Public Works proposes a rate ordinance that would result in increased Read More
Letter To The Editor: Concerning Animal Shelter
By DONNA LESHNEMore Scenes From LAPD VS LAFD Softball Game
Los Alamos Police Department team supporters including fans of Uncle Det. Matt Lyon at Tuesday’s annual 4th of July softball game against the Los Alamos Fire Department. This year the LAFD won the game. Photo by Kateri Morris
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone keeps score at Tuesday’s softball game. Photo by Kateri Morris
Los Alamos Police Cpl. David Boe pitches at Tuesday’s softball game. Photo by Kateri Morris
Los Alamos Fire Department softball players at Tuesday’s game against the Los Alamos Police Department. Photo by Kateri Morris
Los Alamos Police Read More
News Alert: West Bound Trinity Drive Road Closure/Diversion Begins At 1 p.m. Today
COUNTY News Alert:
Public Works Traffic and Streets Division will close West Bound Trinity Drive at 4th Street at 1 p.m. today and divert traffic onto Central Avenue.
This emergency road closure will allow crews to repair a major sink hole that recently developed between DP Road and 4th Street. East bound Trinity Drive will remain open.
Construction and traffic diversion will continue until work is completed. Read More
LAFD Knocks Down Two Fires In White Rock
This wildfire in White Rock Canyon started overnight by embers from July 4th fireworks at Overlook Park. LAFD said it is not clear wheter the fire works were from the show or random fireworks from individuals in the area. Los Alamos Firefighters doused the blaze overnight, which consumed 5 acres, and are finishing mop up activities this afternoon. LAFD also snuffed out a 4,000-square-foot fire overnight near the White Rock Eco Station and responded to two vehicles accidents. Photo by Peggy Reneau
Firefighters come off shift far down the Blue Dot Trail fighting and mopping up a wildfire Read More
Scenes From LAPD VS. LAFD July 4 Softball Game
Softball players from Los Alamos Police Department and Los Alamos Fire Department after Tuesday’s game which LAFD won. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, left, and Los Alamos Fire Department Chief Troy Hughes following the annual Independence Day softball game between the two departments. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
LAPD Sgt. Daniel Roberts is off and running at Tuesday’s softball game between local police and firefighters. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Fire Department Read More
IRS Launches Country-by-Country Reporting Pages
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