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Council Holding Closed / Regular Meetings Tuesday

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the conference room of the Community Building at 20th Street and Central Avenue.

The Council will follow the closed session with a regular meeting at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers that is open to the media and public.

Also, pursuant to a request from Council, the previously scheduled Dec. 11 Council Work Session in White Rock has been changed to be a Regular Council Meeting in Council Chambers at the Community Building in Los Alamos. Council has requested that this meeting be televised. Read More

Pet of the Week: Shyloh the Mixed Breed

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Shyloh. Courtesy/FOS

FOS News:

Pet of the Week: Shyloh is having a hard time understanding why he’s still at the shelter.

This mixed breed is pretty much the perfect dog … confident, affectionate, friendly, housebroken and he enjoys the company of children and other dogs.

Stop by and take Shyloh over to the dog park after which you probably won’t be able to resist taking him home.

The Los Alamos Animal Shelter at 226 East Road, (505) 662-8179, has a great selection of on-site adoptable pets and others off-campus in foster homes.

Visit the Friends of the Shelter website www.lafos.org Read More

Los Alamos Police Increase Patrols For Holidays

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A local police officer patrols the streets of Los Alamos. Courtesy/LAPD

LAPD News:

An increased number of Los Alamos police officers will be out in force patrolling the streets of Los Alamos County beginning today and continuing throughout the holidays.  

Police will be on the lookout for drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs. They encourage resident to immediately report drivers suspected of being under the influence to 662-8222.

The officers also will be watching for anyone attempting to burglarize vehicles, businesses or homes in the area.

Additional Read More

Miracle Kitten Survives Sub-freezing Temperatures

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Milly survived sub-freezing temperatures. Courtesy/FOS
 
By Sally Wilkins
President of Friends of the Shelter

On a recent cold Sunday afternoon with temperatures sliding to sub-freezing for the night, a small kitten was found at the Los Alamos land fill.

The good Samaritans brought the nearly dead kitten to the police department. Friends of the Shelter volunteers were contacted, and the kitten was transported to the Emergency Clinic in Santa Fe.

Diann Mills drove and Mary Timmers held the nearly frozen kitten next to her body trying to keep it warm. Upon arrival at the clinic, the vets Read More

North Pole Workshop/Luminaria Walk Dec. 9 at Stables

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COUNTY News:

North Pole Workshop & Luminaria Walk – Start an annual holiday tradition at the North Mesa stables.

Join the Los Alamos County Recreation Division, members of the Posse Lodge, Pony Club, and Stable Owners Association as they create a fun holiday event for all ages 5-7 p.m., Dec. 9, for the North Pole Workshop & Luminaria Walk.

The event includes professional digital photographs with Santa and his elves, warm drinks, light refreshments and a holiday craft.

Dress warmly, wear your walking shoes and enjoy the North Pole Workshop & Luminaria Walk. Read More

P&Z Approves Hospice Site Plan with Conditions

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Planning and Zoning Commissioners in Council Chambers Wednesday, Nov. 14 from left, Vice Chair Anne Nobile, Chair Fred Roach, Commissioner Avivah Smith-Nelson, Commissioner Pete Sheehey and Commissioner Cathy Mockler. Commissioners Ralph Phelps, Deborah Gill and David Sherrill were absent. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Staff Report

Planning and Zoning Commissioners on Nov. 14 considered a request for approval of an amendment to a site plan for the Los Alamos Visiting Nurses (LAVNS) Hospice Campus Site Plan to be located at 2202 Canyon Dr.

Architect Doug Cook representing Read More

Library Catalog Offline Nov. 27 for Software Upgrade

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LIBRARY News:

The Los Alamos County Library System online catalog will be unavailable to patrons 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 27.

Though patrons may not notice a big difference, the planned upgrade to the integrated library system software will increase efficiency for librarians’ behind-the-scenes tasks.

While the system is unavailable patrons will not be able to use any online services: they will not be able to search for books, make requests, check their account, or use the downloadable e books and audio books services.

However, patrons are still encouraged to visit either library to browse Read More

‘WinterFest’ Kicks Off Holiday Fun Dec. 7-9

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An elaborate Neapolitan presepio. Courtesy/wikipedia.com

COUNTY News:

Winterfest 2012 begins Friday, Dec. 7 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 9.

WinterFest begins with the 19th annual Los Alamos Crèche Show, held annually on the first weekend of December.

“Crèches,” or nativity scenes featuring the Christ child, are prominently displayed by Los Alamos residents for all to see.

Because Los Alamos’ residents come from all over the world, there is always a myriad of beautiful crèches on display.

The show takes place 2-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7 and again 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Church Read More