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DeBenedittis Calls For New Mexico Governor And Legislators To Lead On Net Neutrality

Peter DeBenedittis

From the Office of gubernatorial candidate Peter DeBenedittis:

Stating that “The new Federal Communications Commission appointees have shown their true colors and sold out Internet users, small businesses, and free speech by eliminating net neutrality,” Progressive Democratic candidate for governor, Dr. Peter DeBenedittis, is calling on Gov. Susana Martinez and the New Mexico State Legislators to take the lead where regulators in DC have failed.

The new rules passed by the FCC allow internet service providers to block or charge more for any content they choose.

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McQuiston: Don’t Let Grinches Steal Your Christmas

By ALLEN MCQUISTON
The Jemez Agency
 
By the time you read this column, you may be done with your Christmas shopping, but the message can be used all year round.
 
Online shopping makes it easy to find a great selection of gifts and can be a big time-saver. Unfortunately, thieves are waiting to take advantage of you.
 
Here are some tips to protect yourself while shopping online:
  • Install the most recent updates for spam filters, anti-virus protection, and firewall security on your computer or phone.
  • Use secure websites and logoff when finished. Look for an “s” in the website URLs.
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LACDC Selects Ryn Herrmann As New Director Of Los Alamos Chamber Of Commerce

New Chamber Director Ryn Herrmann. Courtesy photo

CHAMBER News:

Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC) announced today the hiring of Ryn Herrmann as the director of Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce effective in January.

“We conducted an extensive nationwide search that resulted in over 30 applicants for the position” LACDC Executive Director Patrick Sullivan said. “Our finalist pool was very strong, but, ultimately we felt Ryn was the top choice. Her knowledge of the organization, the community, and her strong communication skills made a great choice. We’re excited to Read More

DOE Awards New Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract To Newport News Nuclear BWXT–Los Alamos, LLC

DOE News:

CINCINNATI – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the award of the new Los Alamos National Laboratory legacy cleanup contract to Newport News Nuclear BWXT–Los Alamos, LLC, out of Broomfield, Colo.

The total value of the contract is $1,390,086,635. The period of performance includes a 90-day Contract Transition Period, Base Period of five years, Option Period 1 for three years, Option Period 2 for two years, with a total period of performance of up to ten years and three months. The contract primarily includes a cost-plus-award-fee line item with a cost-reimbursement Read More

Scenes From Joint Party For Employees Of Pig & Fig, Pajarito Brewpub And Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op

Pajarito Brewpub co-owners Patrick Mockler-Wood and his mother Catherine Mockler dance during the joint Pig & Fig, Pajarito Brewpub and Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op party Monday night at the Brewpub. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

Scene from joint Pig & Fig, Pajarito Brewpub and Bathtub row Brewing Co-op party Monday night at the Brewpub. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

Scene from joint Pig & Fig, Pajarito Brewpub and Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op party Monday night at the Brewpub. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

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On The Job In Los Alamos: Melinda Loy At Supercuts

On the job in Los Alamos Monday is Melinda Loy who is in training to become a stylist at Supercuts Hair Salon at 751 Trinity Dr., in the Smith’s Marketplace Shopping Center. Supercuts will be open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Christmas Eve, closed Christmas Day, open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. New Year’s Eve and closed New Year’s Day. Supercuts is hiring experienced stylists and individuals interested in becoming stylists who can work as receptionists while in training. To apply, call 505.661.9980. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Tourism Work Group Meets Noon Wednesday

COUNTY News:

The Tourism Work Group meets at noon Wednesday, Dec. 20 in Room 110 in the Los Alamos County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.

The meeting is open to the public.

Agenda

1. Call to order
2. Review of draft Tourism Strategic Plan
3.  Schedule for comments and future meetings
4. Adjourn

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Texas A&M Representatives Meet With Local Leaders On LANL Managing And Operating Contract

Texas A&M representatives meet with Los Alamos community leaders and Regional Coalition of LANL Communities staff Friday morning at La Cocina Restaurant in Espanola. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Council Chair David Izraelevitz, left, chats with Assistant Vice Chancellor Scott Sudduth of Texas A&M University’s Office of Federal Relations and Senior Advisor Diane Hurtado for Strategic Initiatives at the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station Friday in Espanola. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

 

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Attorney General Balderas Announces $57 Million Clean Energy Jobs Package As Part Of Sagamore Wind Project

Attorney General Hector Balderas
 
AG News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE  Thursday, Attorney General Hector Balderas announced that he has reached an agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company, Western Resources Associates and Collation for Clean Affordable Energy on a $57 million jobs package as part of the Sagamore Wind Project.
 
The agreement will foster and expand skilled construction and environmental job opportunities throughout the State. The jobs package that was agreed to and filed today will help to develop local, clean energy businesses and provide opportunities
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