IRS Warns Of A New Wave Of Attacks Focused On Tax Professionals
IRS News:Pet Of The Week: Lacy The Cat
Lacy. Courtesy of Paulina Gwaltney Photography. Luján Advocates For New Mexico Priorities In Energy Conference Committee
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján Four Steps That Could Help Keep Hackers From Hijacking 2016 Election
Gary S. MiliefskyLos Alamos Man Shuts Down Albuquerque Sunport
Jeremy Danielson charged with a felony. Courtesy photo
Staff Report
Albuquerque police arrested a Los Alamos man Sunday at the Albuquerque International Sunport after it was discovered that he possessed a suspicious device in his carry-on luggage.
Police charged Jeremy Danielson, 40, with one felony count of possessing a hoax bomb or explosive, a charge under the state’s criminal code that surrounds intentionally placing, giving or mailing any false bomb or explosive with the intent that any other person thinks it is real.
Upon discovering the device, the security checkpoint was Read More
McNiel: Homecoming 2016!
By MIKE MCNIELWhat is Homecoming? Homecoming is a tradition started in 1911 by the University of Missouri in which schools welcomed students and alumni back to class for the new school year! It’s a party, a parade, a football game, a dance, and an election of court! It’s a celebration of the year to come!
But … What does it mean to you?!?!?!
I started by asking a few alumni what homecoming meant to them. Lizbeth Guarello class of 2015 said, “I don’t think it really meant anything to me except it was a fun time and I made memories I will never forget”. Taylor Jaramillo, also a class of 2015 Read More
LAHS Volleyball C Team Takes Home 1st Place In Gold Bracket At Santa Fe Indian School Tournament
Los Alamos High Schools Volleyball C Team went undefeated this past weekend at the Santa Fe Indian School Tournament and took home 1st place in the gold bracket. Photo by Hope Jaramillo/ladailypost.comAG Secures 10 Year Sentence For Con Artist
Convicted conman John Darren Meister gets 10 year sentence. Courtesy/AG
From the Office of the Attorney General:
Albuquerque – In Second Judicial District Court Thursday, Judge Alisa Hadfield sentenced defendant John Darren Meister to 10 years in the Department of Corrections for violating probation, followed by two and a half years of supervised probation.
During this probationary period, following his release from prison, Meister must continue to make restitution payments to the two victims. In June 2015, Meister pled guilty to felony racketeering, fraud and money laundering. These Read More
Get Ready For A Sky Ride
In a clean room facility near Denver, Lockheed Martin technicians began assembling a NASA spacecraft that will collect samples of an asteroid for scientific study. Courtesy/Lockheed Martin
Left, an artist rendering of the spacecraft OSIRIS-REx. Courtesy/NASA. Above, OSIRIS-REx moves in to position to perform a touch-and-go operation to collect samples from the surface of the asteroid. Courtesy/NASABy ROGER SNODGRASS
Los Alamos Daily Post
Today, the home team of planet Earth embarks on an exciting adventure that will collect many valuable terabytes about where we came from and Read More
McQuiston: Love Bites – Get Umbrella Coverage
By ALLEN MCQUISTONLove Bites—Get Umbrella Coverage
In today’s economy, everyone is pinching pennies. Shouldn’t a home and auto policy leave you adequately covered for the bad stuff that happens?
Unfortunately, we live in a world of lawsuits. Large damages can be awarded, be extremely expensive and have long-term financial impact. Some of those lawsuits can come from unlikely sources, such as our furry friends.
New Mexicans seem to own lots of dogs. Some are shy and timid. Others seem (at least to me) to be mean and aggressive. Whether you own a timid mutt or the aggressive (protective?) Read More
Scientific Societies Speak Out Against Sexual Harassment
AGU News:
- Leaders from scientific societies, government agencies, and academia come together to discuss sexual harassment in the sciences
WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than 60 leaders in science from academia, government agencies, and professional societies came together recently to address the challenge of sexual and gender-based harassment on campus, in the field, and at scientific meetings.
The American Geophysical Union convened the workshop titled, “Sexual Harassment in the Sciences: A Call to Respond,” which was co-sponsored by the American Association for the Advancement of Science Read More
Obituary: Clement Josef Burke Aug. 31, 2016
CLEMENT JOSEF BURKE Aug. 31, 2016
Clement Josef Burke, age 94, originally of Archabald, PA, passed into eternal life on August 31, 2016, surrounded by his loving family at his Littleton, CO residence.
Clem was preceded in death by parents Timothy and Anna (Inman); brother Richard; sister Elizabeth; son Michael.
He was the oldest of 4 siblings. Following in his father’s footsteps of serving his country, he was 18 when he joined the Army, serving from 1939 1945. He spent the majority of his military time in the Signal Corps, stationed in British Guyana and the Netherlands.
He was licensed Read More
Lujan Grisham Announces Federal Funding For Homeless Veterans
U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham
VETERANS News:
ALBUQUERQUE – U.S. Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that three New Mexico agencies will receive more than $2 million in federal grants through the Supportive Services for Veterans Families program.
The program aims to prevent homeless among veteran families who earn very low incomes.
“This is money that helps our local nonprofits keep veterans and their families in sustainable housing,” Lujan Grisham said. “These services are essential for people who have served our country and deserve our support so they can lead healthy, productive Read More
Home Country: Happy Change Come September
By SLIM RANDLESOur month of change. Our month of happy change. Once more we can stand the thought of wearing a sweater as the summer sun burns itself down. Once again we can think about a new year at school, a new teacher. Once again, the house is ours … and quiet during the day.
September.
In the forest, the animals are polishing antlers, sleeking muscles for the mating ruts to come, marking their territories. The deciduous trees are showing those awesome changes of color as the mountains become a splendid quilt of temporary beauty.
September.
A resting time for the older folks. They can Read More
Smart Design With Suzette Fox: DIY Projects For The Weekend
Coffered ceiling. Courtesy photo
By SUZETTE FOX
Los Alamos
Labor Day weekend has come and gone, but at my house, every weekend is “labor day.” After helping clients all week, I’m excited to work on projects around the house that will make a big impact. I’m back again, with more DIY projects for the weekend.
If you are thinking of staying home this weekend to tackle a DIY project or two, take a look at some of my favorite projects that might inspire you. These are easy for both homeowners and renters.
Add Storage to Your Entry
If a traditional entry closet or a beautiful built-in shelving system Read More
Obituary: George F. Melton April 10, 1931 – Sept. 8, 2016
GEORGE F. MELTON April 10, 1931 – Sept. 8, 2016
George F. Melton, age 85, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2016, after a long and difficult battle with dementia. A former resident of Los Alamos, George and his wife, Bobbi, lived in Peoria, AZ at the time of his death.
George F. Melton, Jr. was born in Carrizozo, New Mexico on April 10, 1931 to George F. Melton, Sr., and Frances Melton. After losing his father at an early age in 1935, George grew up on ranches in the Corona, New Mexico area where he attended schools in Corona, Alamogordo and Tularosa, New Mexico. He was very active in all sports Read More
Voter Registration Agent Training And Voter Registration Drives Planned To Help Raise Awareness
COUNTY News:
Throughout September, the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office will host a Voter Registration Agent Training and Voter Registration drives to help raise awareness about the upcoming election.
The County Clerk’s Office will conduct a Voter Registration Agent Training 3:30 p.m.to 5 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 14, in the Council Chambers for those wishing to solicit and provide assistance to another person in the completion of a Voter Registration Form. Once trained, Voter Registration Agents will complete and sign a sworn statement outlining the duties and responsibilities of a Voter Read More
Yang: Farewell To Los Alamos
By ELENA YANG
Los Alamos
My husband will retire at the end of this year … exact date is yet to be decided. And we’ll move to Oregon soon after that.
So, it’s with sadness that I need to bid farewell to my wonderful readers. I will continue writing until perhaps the end of October or early November, depending on how crazy things become. And in between, I may have to beg off a week or two here and there due to travel, getting our house ready for the market, and I am sure other unexpected items.
We have come to love northern New Mexico immensely, and still do. We are not leaving because of some unpleasant Read More
Pet Of The Week: Marshall The Dog
Marshall the dog wants a running partner. Courtesy/Paulina Gwaltney Photography
SHELTER News:
Marshall is a 3-year-old Black Mouth Cur/Cattle Dog mix who would make the perfect running partner.
He recently transferred to the Los Alamos County animal shelter from a high-kill shelter in southern New Mexico and can’t believe his luck at landing in such a nice shelter with so many other friendly dogs.
Marshall gets along well with other dogs, and he also is very friendly with people.
For more information about adopting, volunteering and donating and learning more about special needs Read More
Letter To The Editor: Finding Teachable Moments
By A Teachable CitizenThe evening is Sept. 9, 2016 on the eve of the 15th anniversary of Sept. 11, the setting is under the Friday night-lights of a Los Alamos High Scholl home football game. As the national anthem commences a group of high school kids take their hats off place their hands in a respectful manner and stand at attention. The typical laughing, smiling and talking to one another just as the anthem commences occurs but all quickly quiet down and show their respect and attention for their country’s display of the red, white and blue. As soon as the anthem finishes the kids cheer Read More