Obituary: Donald Roy Francis Cochran Oct. 31, 2016
DONALD ROY FRANCIS COCHRAN Oct. 31, 2016
Donald Roy Francis Cochran, 90, of Highlands Ranch, CO, formerly of Los Alamos, NM, passed peacefully on October 31, 2016, surrounded by his wife, Joan Cochran, and children, Jim Cochran, Robert Cochran, and Marcia Cochran Mahoney.
Born in San Francisco in 1926 to Guy and Edith Cochran, Don went on to serve the US Navy from 1945-1946, obtain a degree from U.C. Berkeley in 1948, and finish his PhD in Physical Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University in 1954. He moved to Los Alamos, NM in 1954 where he worked for the Los Alamos National Laboratory Read More
Leadership Los Alamos 2016-17 Program Activities
The Leadership Los Alamos Class of 2016-17 kicked off Sept. 10-11 with an orientation at Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy photo
The Leadership Los Alamos Class conducting a team building exercise during a program orientation in September at Bandelier. Courtesy photoHoliday Flamenco: Romance De La Luna Dec. 20-21
SFCC Clay Club Eighth Annual Ceramics Sale
Clay Casitas by Jorge Louis Bernal. Courtesy photoDaily Postcard: Look How We Have Grown … Thank You Los Alamos!
Orphaned bear cubs Valley Girl and Cowboy, rescued months ago from the Valles Caldera, have packed on the pounds and will be released this week. They would like to thank Los Alamos for all the love, and food, that was given to them. New Mexico Game and Fish will release more information later this week concerning these cubs. Courtesy/LEWF
Valley Girl and Cowboy will be released this week. Courtesy/LEWF Read More
Letter To The Editor: LAMC Responds To Wildlife Issue
By Los Alamos Medical Center
In response to the letter about wildlife published in today’s Los Alamos Daily Post – the dumpsters are the property of Los Alamos County. LAMC has been working diligently with both Los Alamos County and New Mexico Game and Fish to resolve this difficult issue.
All three organizations have worked cooperatively to purchase new bear-resistant dumpsters that, we hope, will soon be delivered. Unfortunately the dumpsters are manufactured to order, so the process takes some time.
LAMC plays no part in the decision law enforcement officers make on how bears Read More
County Council Adopts 2016 Comprehensive Plan Following This Evening’s Public Hearing
From left, Assistant County Planner James Naranjo, Principal County Planner Tamara Baer and Planning &Zning Commission Chair Philip Gursky present updates to the 2016 Comprehensive Plan at this evening’s public hearing in Council Chambers. The County Council voted 4-1 to adopt the Comp Plan. Council Vice Chair Susan O’Leary voted against the measure expressing concern that the designation of the property south of the airport has been changed from open space to multi-use and she feels the public should have a chance to weigh in on that designation. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Council Proclaims Nov. 26 Small Business Saturday
During this evening’s Council meeting at the Municipal Building, County Councilor James Chrobocinski presents Los Alamos Chamber Director Nancy Partridge with a proclamation on behalf of the Council declaring Nov. 26 as Small Business Saturday. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Chamber Director Nancy Partridge shows the large map depicting Los Alamos businesses, which will be published in the Los Alamos Daily Post along with a special section dedicated to Small Business Saturday and delivered to every address in the County Wednesday, Nov. 23. Photo by Carol A. Read More
Council Honors Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess On Five-Year Anniversary
Council Chair Rick Reiss presents County Manager Harry Burgess with a certificate and a special lapel pin in honor of his five-year anniversary with the County. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Los Alamos County Council Chair Rick Reiss, on behalf of the entire Council, honored County Manager Harry Burgess during this evening’s Council meeting on his five-year anniversary working at the County. His first day on the job was Oct. 7, 2016.
Prior to this appointment in Los Alamos, Burgess worked in the governmental sector in New Mexico for more than 17 years, including Read More
NM 502 Pavement Preservation Work To Begin Nov. 15
STATE News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will begin paving operations on N.M. 502 from mile maker 5.00 to mile marker 6.40 approximately two miles east of Los Alamos.
Starting 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14, N.M. 502 will have intermittent lane closures on the eastbound and westbound lanes. Motorists can expect minor delays during this time. The paving operation work is scheduled to be completed Nov. 14; weather permitting.
Drivers are urged to proceed with caution through the work zone, observe traffic control signs and reduce speed to the Read More
SFNF Honors Volunteers Who Make a Difference; Special Recognition For Craig Martin Of Los Alamos
SFNF presents Craig Martin of Los Alamos with the Golden Pulaski Award. Courtesy photo
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – Volunteers who collectively donated more than 12,000 hours of time this year to help improve more than 290 miles of trail on the Espanola and Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger Districts of the Santa Fe National Forest were honored this month at the forest’s Volunteer Fiesta.
More than 40 volunteers attended the Fiesta to celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of all who donate time and energy to benefit the SFNF.
It was an historic year for trail work on the SFNF – almost 30 percent of the Read More
Hilltoppers Swimmers Win Second At Barney Relays
From left, Alex Jaegers, Mark Torres, Kaan Unal, Justin Lemke, Kaitlin Bennett, Jessica Moore, Jesse Liechty and Niamh Short. Courtesy photoLetter To The Editor: Los Alamos Has A Responsibility To Its Wildlife
Dumpsters behind LAMC. Photo by Debbi Miller
By DEBBI MILLER
Los Alamos
Among the many things that make Los Alamos unique is its proximity to open space and the wildlife that lives here.
As citizens of this urban interface, we have a responsibility to act as good stewards to protect the natural resources and wildlife
This year, there have been numerous reports of bears throughout town, mainly taking advantage of easy food sources provided by humans. For the most part, these incidents resulted in nothing more than the cleaning up after the occasional overturned trash carts.
Los Alamos Medical Read More
100+ Women Who Care Donate $3,000 To FSN
At Thursday’s gathering of 100+ women Who Care, the group presented a check for $3,000 to Family Strengths Network. Shown here at left with Kristy Ortega, FSN Executive Director Carrie Fanning said, ‘I love being associated with this beautiful group of women … and am filled with gratitude for your support of Family Strengths Network and of the many other wonderful organizations in Los Alamos … thank you!’ Photo by Ryn Herrmann Read More
Cinema Cindy Reviews: ‘Hacksaw Ridge’
By Cynthia BiddlecombTax Preparedness Series: Special Tax Breaks For U. S. Armed Forces
IRS News:- Combat pay is partially or fully tax-free. Service members serving in support of a combat zone may also qualify for this exclusion.
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Española Walmart Supercenter Reopens Wednesday
BUSINESS News:
American Legion Hosts Wings Night Dinner To Benefit Wreaths Across America 5:30-7 p.m. Friday
Festival Of Trees Round 2 Runs Through Friday
Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
This year was the largest silent auction for the Festival of Trees and Monday will kick off round two.
Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization and Champions of Youth Ambitions reports there are 20 items still left for bid remaining from the Festival of Trees.
The items will be available Monday through Friday, during regular business hours with final bids sealed on Friday. On Tuesday, the program may also announce a special item available by raffle.
The fundraiser benefits both youth and senior programs. Direct questions to 505.662.8920. Read More