Carol A. Clark

Kiwanis’ July 4 Celebration At Overlook Park

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A youngster enjoys the festivities held Tuesday at Overlook Park. In celebration of July 4, the Kiwanis Club once again held its annual Independence Day party at the park. Live music, bouncy houses and of course fireworks were featured at the event. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Musicians take the stage at Overlook Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

A beautiful sunset was featured at the celebrations at Overlook. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

A boy has some fun with sparklers. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The stage at Overlook is awash in a blue glow. Photo Read More

Behind The Scenes At Kiwanis Fireworks Show

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Kiwanian James Phelps checks the connections on the electric firing triggers of each shell to make sure the shell will fire. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Some of the 4,000 casings containing the shells for fireworks. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The maze of wires connecting the shells to the computer that controls the firing sequence of each shell. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com 

Pyrotechnic technician Rick Reiss checks the computer prior to the beginning of the show. The show starts with the pushing of a button and the computer takes over and runs the show. Photo Read More

Drowning Victim Recovered From Cochiti Lake

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NMSP News:
 
SANDOVAL COUNTY — Today, the body of Ariel Gonzalez-Vasquez, 34, of Albuquerque was recovered from Cochiti Lake.
 
Gonzalez-Vasquez was reported to have been in the water swimming when large waves and wind made the swimming difficult and he sank and never resurfaced.
 
The New Mexico State Police were asked to assist with a possible drowning victim Saturday at Cochiti Lake, just south of Santa Fe. At approximately 6:30 p.m., July 1, the Sandoval County Sheriff’s Department requested the assistance of the NMSP Dive Team to locate the victim within
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Afternoon Scenes From July 4 At Overlook Park

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Fourth of July activities at Overlook Park where the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos sponsored a day of fun in White Rock, starting at noon and ending with fireworks. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Kids check out the ambulance. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Red, white and blue theme is a family affair. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Bouncing good time. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Atomic City Transit employees hand out glow sticks. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Showing the flag. Photo by Bonnie J.
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Report Of Person Stuck In Elevator Proves False

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Los Alamos Police and Firefighters respond to a report this morning of a person stuck in an elevator at the former Hilltop House Hotel at Trinity Drive and Central Avenue. A search did not turn up anyone in either of the two elevators in the building, however, there are signs that someone broke through the chain link fence surrounding the hotel and made their way inside. Police received a report last week from a passerby spotting a person on one of the upper floors. LAFD has left the scene and LAPD remains to continue their investigation. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com Read More

LAFD Knocks Down Two Fires In White Rock

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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 ReneauFirefighters 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

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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

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Best Place To Fish During Holidays? Off Beaten Path

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A section of the Rio Grande between Pilar and Velarde is a great fishing spot. Courtesy Photo​
 
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
 
The fishing on holidays like July 4 can be crowded. Campgrounds fill up fast and the shores of the lakes and easily-accessed spots on the river can be lined with anglers.
 
One way to get away from the crowds and to find some room to fish is to invest in some shoe leather and hike to less-accessible areas of rivers.
 
Even stretches of river like the Rio Grande between Pilar and Velarde long the highway will have portions of the river
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Scenes From July 4 Children’s Parade In White Rock

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For the 38th year, White Rockers gathered for the annual Fourth of July Children’s Parade and Celebration sponsored by the White Rock LDS Church. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Scene from the annual 4th of July Children’s Parade and Celebration sponsored by the White Rock LDS Church. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Scene from the annual 4th of July Children’s Parade and Celebration sponsored by the White Rock LDS. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

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TCC/LANB Names Thomas Dolan Chief Financial Officer

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LANB CFO Thomas Dolan

BUSINESS News:

Los Alamos National Bank (LANB) has named Thomas Dolan to the position of Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.

Dolan brings more than 30 years of financial management experience to the position. He joined the company, Los Alamos National Bank as Senior Financial Officer in April and was appointed as Chief Financial Officer of the bank June 19.

“Tom is a great addition to LANB, he brings valued expertise. His experience and enthusiasm for banking aligns with our mission to improve the lives of our customers and employees and enhance the communities Read More