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Ribbon Cut At Paulina Gwaltney Photography

The Chamber of Commerce host a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday afternoon at Paulina Gwaltney Photography at 3500 Trinity Dr., Suite D1. From left, Chamber Member Services Coordinator Darla Ridilla, Bill Gwaltney Paulina’s husband), photographer Paulina Gwaltney and Chamber DIrector Nancy Partridge. Photo by Hope Jaramillo/ladailypost.com

Scene from Wednesday’s ribbon cutting event at Paulina Gwaltney Photography at 3500 Trinity Dr., Suite D1. Photo by Hope Jaramillo/ladailypost.com 

 

Paulina Gwaltney, center, and her husband Bill chat with community Read More

Letter To The Editor: Response To Jody Benson

By ALAN WADLINGER
Los Alamos
 
Some people might raise a minor issue with the editorial of Jody Benson published Sunday, June 26 in the Los Alamos Daily Post.
 
To quote the Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights:
 
“Right of people to bear arms not to be infringed. A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.“
 
Some people might feel strongly that the Bill of Rights should be interpreted as for the time period when it was written and not falsely extrapolated to the modern world. In
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State Police Conduct Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols Across New Mexico During July

NMSP News:
 
STATEWIDE  State Police are conducting Sobriety Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols and Registration, Insurance and Drivers’ License Checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during the month of July.
 
They are bringing awareness to this, in an effort to reduce alcohol related fatalities, through continued media attention and intensive advertising. These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about drinking and driving.
 
People are choosing to not drink and drive. This is the biggest step in keeping impaired
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New Mexico Game Commission Lands In Federal Court Over Cougar Trapping

Cougar trap. Courtesy/APNM

APNM News:

ALBUQUERQUE—Arguing that the New Mexico State Game Commission violated the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) by authorizing cougar trapping that will harm endangered Mexican wolves and jaguars in New Mexico, The Humane Society of the United States, Animal Protection of New Mexico and longtime Mexican wolf enthusiasts Peter and Jean Ossorio filed a complaint in New Mexico federal court today.

The lawsuit seeks to invalidate the upcoming cougar trapping season—currently scheduled to begin Nov. 1, 2016— to protect these endangered species from Read More

Lightning Starts Small Fire At Valles Caldera Preserve

The Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy photo

VCNP News:

JEMEZ SPRINGS – A new wildland fire is burning in the Valles Caldera National Preserve. The Big Hat fire, discovered after last week’s thunderstorms, is estimated to be approximately two acres in size.

It is located on Banco Bonito, east of the staging area in the southwestern portion of the preserve. The fire, caused by lightning, is creeping through pine needles and surface fuels, occasionally flaring up in jackpots of dead and downed wood; the entire fire area is in a portion of the preserve’s forest that had been thinned over Read More

One Hundred S-L-O-W Cruisers In Town Wednesday

Photo by Mark Wing, Albuquerque Tin Lizzies
 
COMMUNITY News:
 
This Wednesday, June 29, a National Tour of the Model T Ford Club of America will be touring in Los Alamos. 
 
Almost one hundred 1909-1927 Model Ts will spend the morning at Bandelier, then travel via the Back Gate to Fuller Lodge for a luncheon and to explore the town. 
 
From about 2-5 p.m. they will be creeping (5-25 mph) down the Main Hill Road so commuters who want to delight in these ancient vehicles are welcome to join them or wave as they pass by. Others needing to get off the Hill faster are advised
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Obituary: Brent A. Burtschell June 23, 1946 – June 18, 2016

BRENT A. BURTSCHELL June 23, 1946 – June 18, 2016

Brent A. Burtschell, age 69 a resident of White Rock, NM passed away June 18, 2016 due to a motorcycle accident. He was born June 23, 1946 in Crescent City, CA to Margaret and Bruce Burtschell.

Brent is preceded in death by his father Bruce Burtschell, mother Margaret Burtschell, wife Manuelita Burtschell and sister Blythe Unican.

He is survived by his partner of 30 years, Ginger Grant of Los Alamos, NM and her two sons and six grandchildren, Jimmy & Melissa Grant and their children, Abigail, Aubrey, Alexander and Andrew; Joey & Naomi Grant Read More

LAPD Thanks Community For Aid In Solving Crimes

LAPD News:
 
The Los Alamos Police Department has solved multiple criminal incidents that were reported earlier this year thanks to local L.A. Crime stopper press releases.
 
“LAPD would like to thank the local media and the public for their assistance related to these incidents. These tips show that the citizens, job-holders, and visitors in our area wish to assist the Los Alamos Police Department in our mission to provide quality pro-active law enforcement services to help keep our community safe and hold those accountable who choose to commit crime
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Tuesdays At The Pond Features An Evening Of Opera

Courtesy image

COMMUNITY News:

 

 

 

This week Tuesdays at the Pond features An Evening of Opera presented by Opera Singers, Soprano, Heather Bingham with Baritone, Tyler Oliphant and Mezzo-Soprano Rebecca Morris, accompanied by Sarah Frogget.
 
The concert begins at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 28 at Ashley Pond. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoys opera favorites by Bizet, Mozart, Delibes, Floyd, Meyerbeer, and musical theater favorites from South Pacific, Phantom of the Opera, Carousel and others.
 
Tuesdays at the Pond,
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Albuquerque Bank Robbers Flee In Damaged Car

FBI News:
 
The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department are looking for a team of robbers who hit an Albuquerque bank Wednesday, June 22, and fled in a vehicle with front-end damage.
 
Three suspects were possibly involved, and they fled in a late-model, four-door car with faded gold paint. The vehicle was missing a front driver-side hubcap and its hood was not closed completely. The robbery occurred at approximately 3:21 p.m. at the Bank of the West at 5401 Central Ave. NE;
 
A male suspect described as approximately 6’0” tall and skinny entered the bank and demanded
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Consent Order Governing Legacy Cleanup At Los Alamos Finalized

NMED News:
 
SANTA FE  The New Mexico Environment Department signed and finalized the Consent Order between the State of New Mexico Environment Department and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Environmental Management office, which will guide and govern the cleanup of legacy waste at Los Alamos National Laboratory.
 
“The new Consent Order will accelerate the pace of environmental restoration activities in and around Los Alamos,” New Mexico Environment Secretary Ryan Flynn said. “While the previous version of the Consent Order allowed valuable investigative
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Gardeners Take Over Nature Center Tuesday

Visit the Los Alamos Nature Center Tuesday to learn valuable tips on gardening. Photo by Siobhan Niklasson

PEEC NEWS:

Green-thumbed gardeners will be taking over the Los Alamos Nature Center at 6 p.m. Tuesday.

The Master Gardeners, Los Alamos Garden Club and Summit Garden Club will all gather at the nature center to share valuable information and answer questions related to gardening. This event is free and open to the public.

This fun evening will take place at the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road. It is free to attend, and no registration is required. For more information about this Read More

Letter To The Editor: To Our Christian Brethren At FBCLA

By Rev. GLENN JONES, Pastor
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
 

To our Christian brethren at First Baptist Church of Los Alamos,

Please know that you are in the hearts and prayers of all of us here at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church as you work through the grief, shock, pain, fear, humiliation and horror of recent revelations. 

The extended Catholic family throughout the world has had to endure so many agonies of such—and even worse—betrayals of trust in recent years, especially of our most innocent…by some of our most trusted. 

Such incidents tar all of our Christians

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LA Majors All Stars Win District, Head To State!

Members of the Los Alamos Majors All Stars, Team Manager Adrienne Lovato and coaches Michelle Harris and Lori Norman. The LA Majors All Stars won the district tournament this weekend against Espanola (17-4 and 17-5). The team now advaces to the state championship. Courtesy photo

LA Majors All Stars:

  • Aspen DeHerrera
  • Jenna Harris
  • Isabella Robertson
  • Isabelle Matteson
  • Kaitlyn Gonzalez
  • Kaitlin Remde
  • Felicity Sandoval
  • Jorda Tucker
  • Dailynn Rodriguez
  • Muira Mowrer
  • Karin Ebey
  • Rachel Norman
  • Carley Hollander
  • Audrey Nolen
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History Adventures On Fuller Lodge Lawn Tuesday

Tuesday morning’s History Adventures is a presentation from the Bradbury Science Museum. Explore local rocks and discover how the geology of the local region is connected to local history and culture. The activity is aimed at children in grades K–3 and offered at 10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. Gather on the lawn of Fuller Lodge for this free program. Courtesy image Read More

Kiwanis Prepares Its Annual 4th Of July Extravaganza

The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos is preparing for its annual 4th of July fireworks extravaganza at Overlook Park in White Rock. The first shell explodes at 9:15 p.m., followed by 2,999 more. Courtesy image
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