Pet of the Week: Archangel the Cat
SHELTER News:
Archangel is a big Russian Blue neutered male cat left at the front door of the shelter.
He was a little uncertain about the shelter at first, but he warms up quickly to shelter volunteers.
His cute little face makes him look perpetually grumpy, but his purr tells a different story.
Russian Blues can be quite sensitive, so Archangel would like a home where he gets lots of love and attention.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, has a wide selection of adoptable pets.
All adoptable pets are microchipped, spayed or neutered, and brought up-to-date on vaccinations. Dogs are checked Read More
Los Alamos Man Charged with Aerosol Abuse to Face Judge June 17
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department has released the booking photo for Matthew Weinman of Los Alamos, charged with aggravated DUI and glue or aerosol abuse or possession.
Several citizens spotted Weinman Sunday afternoon, driving his pickup in an unsafe manner, swerving on Los Alamos streets some five minutes before veering onto the sidewalk along Diamond Drive.
According to police, the 22-year-old drove approximately 100 feet before crashing through a fence and careening more than 50 feet into Pueblo Canyon behind the Los Alamos Baptist Church.
Sgt. James Rodriguez said Sunday Read More
Letter to the Editor: Atomic City Transit Cuts Some White Rock Service
By ALISON GRIEGGSLos Alamos County’s Transportation Division sponsors Atomic City Transit to serve the residents of our County.
On May 24, ACT modified its schedule and services, and the announcement included the statement “White Rock service will be enhanced … [and lists new routes].” LINK https:////www.losalamosnm.us/transit/Documents/ACT_ScheduleChanges_EffectiveMay24.pdf
Discontinuing service to ~1/3 of White Rock homes does not constitute a service enhancement to those of us who live in the La Senda and Pajarito Acres neighborhoods. Compounding our aggravation, Read More
County Councilors To Visit Farmer’s Market
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Councilors will be on hand 9-11 a.m. Thursday, June 6 to visit with the public at the Farmer’s Market in the Mesa Public Library parking lot.
Stop by and speak with your elected representatives. Read More
Hawk-2-Hilltopper Event Friday at Urban Park
COUNTY News:
The Hawk-2-Hilltopper event for graduating 8th graders is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 31 at Urban Park, despite the fact that Los Alamos Middle School is holding its last day of school Wednesday.
The annual event includes a BBQ lunch, music, giant inflatable toys, and ends with the always hilarious shaving cream melee.
Direct questions to the Los Alamos County Recreation Division at (505) 662-8173, (505) 662-8170, or lacrec@lacnm.us. Read More
Barking Dogs – Seasonal Public Service Announcement
COUNTY News:
During the summer months, residents like to spend more time in their back yards, as well as wanting to enjoy the cool breeze during the evening hours by having windows open to their homes.
Because of these lifestyle changes during warmer weather months, subsequently, Animal Control officers typically receive more calls about barking dogs than they do at any other time of the year. Several residents ask officers each summer about enforcement or citations when it involves barking dogs.
The Animal Control division is part of the Los Alamos Police Department. It is their responsibility Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: May 16–May 22, 2013
Los Alamos Police Blotter:
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.
LINDA MARTINEZ
May 16 at 3:26 a.m. / Police arrested Linda Martinez, 52, of Santa Cruz on Trinity Drive on an outstanding Municipal Court warrant.
May 17 at 8:51 a.m. / Police charged a 13-year-old Santa Fe girl at Los Alamos Middle School with the unlawful carrying of a weapon on school grounds and referred her to the juvenile probation officer.
May 17 at 11:02 a.m. / A Read More
Driver Inhaling Fumes Careens Into Canyon
The driver of the pickup seen in the middle of this photo was reportedly inhaling fumes from an aerosol can prior to careening into the canyon near the Los Alamos Baptist Church (in background) on Diamond Drive. Photo Courtesy Wayne Hardie
- Four traffic accidents occurred around Los Alamos Sunday
The driver of a pickup was seen swerving on Los Alamos streets some five minutes before he veered onto the sidewalk along Diamond Drive and drove approximately 100 feet before crashing through a fence and careening more than 50 feet into Pueblo Canyon Read More
Cone Zone: Week of May 27
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects
For more information about the projects listed below, e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 662-8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us. Please slow down and use caution as you travel through these construction areas.
Eastern Area 2 Concrete, Paving & Utility Project– Phase 2:
RMCI continues to use a 15-passenger van to transport pedestrians through the Canyon Road construction site. The van circulates every 5 to 7 minutes while RMCI is working, typically 7 a.m. to 5-7 p.m. depending on the job activity, Monday through Saturday (RMCI will Read More
Vandals Splatter Red Paint at Pajarito Acres Home
Homeowners Milt and Kathy Gillespie believe vandals splattered red paint around their property in response to their vocal opposition to the County water well drilling plan. Courtesy photo
More than 200 feet of concrete driveway as well as the Gillespie’s carport, front porch and two flagstone walks and the hood and a headlight on their vehicle were spalttered with red paint. Courtesy photoMilt and Kathy Gillespie woke up Saturday to discover vandals had splattered red paint on the walkways, carport and vehicle at their Pajarito Acres Read More
Fire Department Admin Moves to 999 Central
Workers fill a truck with file cabinets and office furniture from Los Alamos Fire Department Administration Friday to transport to its new headquarters at 999 Central Ave. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
LAFD News:
LAFD’s new administration headquarters at 999 Central Ave.
Staff in the Los Alamos Fire Department’s Administration Office have begun moving from the TRK Building on East Road to LAFD’s new offices at 999 Central Ave. Suite 200.
The move should be completed by June 3. Telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for LAFD personnel will remain the same. Read More
A View From the Stacks: Get Ready For Summer Fun at the Library
Column by ANGIE MANFREDIOn Thursday, I’ll stomp and roar like a dinosaur. On Monday I will travel through time with a very MagicTree House. On Friday, I’ll paint and create masterpieces. Another Monday will find me practicing my Lego ninja skills, while another Thursday I’ll be learning about life in New York City in 1914. All of that is barely scratching the surface of what my summer is going to be like.
This is just a sample of some of the fun the Los Alamos County Libraries have planned for the children and teens of our community. That’s right, I get to have Read More
Heated Discussion Follows Thursday’s Well Site Tour
From left, Project Manager Jack Richards, CDM Engineer Robert Fowlie, and Deputy Utilities Manager for Engineering James Alarid answer questions at the site of the Pajarito Acres well Thursday . Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon
County Staff, the P&Z Board and consultants on the water project field questions from more than 50 community members. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon
- More than 50 Citizens Join Thursday’s Well Site Tour and Discussion
More than 50 citizens gathered at White Rock Town Hall Thursday to tour the sites of the proposed wells for Read More
Art in Public Places Board Meets June 13
‘Grandmother’s Joy’ created in 1998 by Fritz White is on display in front of the Betty Ehart Senior Center, 1101 Bathtub Row. Courtesy/LAC
APP News:
The Art in Public Places June meeting has changed from Thursday, June 27 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 13 at Mesa Public Library.
The meeting is open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend. Read More
Commercial Recycling Expanding in Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
Over the past few months commercial recycling in Los Alamos County has seen a significant expansion.
More than 10 local businesses and churches have signed on to the County recycling program. This increase corresponds with concerted efforts by the Environmental Sustainability Board and County staff to reduce waste and increase recycling in the community. These efforts included a significant reduction in commercial recycling fees in August 2012, and focused on education and outreach to local businesses.
“It is great to see that the actions taken by staff and the Read More
Lost Pets Wait at Los Alamos Shelter for Owners
Living in Los Alamos With Large Predators
Black Bear. Courtesy/NMG&F
COUNTY News:
Every spring and summer as the weather warms up, the County begins to receive more calls at the Animal Control Office regarding sightings or encounters with large predators.
What’s a large predator? Large predators in Los Alamos County today include mountain lions, black bears, bobcats and coyotes. These large, powerful predators have lived here for eons, feeding on the plentiful prey and playing an important role in the ecosystem. You may live or play in habitats used by these predators. They can at times be dangerous. However, with a better Read More
Regional Coalition of LANL Communities Presents Annual Update to Los Alamos County Council
At the podium, Executive Director DeAnza Valencia Sapien of the Regional Coalition of LANL Communities with Deputy Director Yasine Armstrong, right, and Program Assistant Caitlin Terry make an annual presentation to the Los Alamos County Council Tuesday evening. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Regional Coalition of LANL Communities Executive Director DeAnza Valencia Sapien made an annual presentation to the Los Alamos County Council Tuesday evening.
Sapien explained that The Regional Coalition is comprised of eight cities, counties and pueblos Read More
Council OKs Trinity Site Ground Lease Amendment
Council approves an amendment to the Trinity Site Real Estate Ground Lease and Development Agreement Tuesday evening with Kroger. Councilors from left, Fran Berting, Steve Girrens, Vice Chair David Izraelevitz, Chair Geoff Rodgers, Kristin Henderson, Pete Sheehey and Rick Reiss. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Council Approves Ashley Pond Renovations
Council voted 7-0 Tuesday evening to move forward with the Ashley Pond Renovation and Improvement Project. The project is set to get underway in June. Workers are scheduled to install a new liner beneath the pond by July 26, a waterfall by Aug. 9, sidewalks, wetland planters and water treatment by Sept. 13, a permanent concert stage by Sept. 20, refill the water in the pond by Sept. 27 and substantially complete the project by Oct. 18. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Los Alamos County Council unanimously approved a contract with RMCI, Inc., in the amount of $1,749,450, plus Read More
