Local Firefighters Demonstrate Rescue Techniques
Firefighter Cari Mace and members of the Los Alamos Fire Department gave a demonstration Friday in front of the Bradbury Science Museum for students attending STEM Day as part of The Next Big Idea festival. Firefighters demonstrated how they conduct rescues from car wrecks. STEM Day is designed to stimulate interest and inspire young people from throughout the state about possible futures in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Firefighters participate in The Next Big Idea’s STEM DAY Friday. Photo by Read More
Balloon Glows on Ashley Pond
A large balloon glowed off and on throughout the first half of the Gordons Concert Friday night across Ashley Pond from the band. Photo by Felicia Orth Read More
A ‘Celebration of Life’ of Maureen Hudson is Sunday
The community is invited to attend a “Celebration of Life” of Maureen Hudson at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16 at Fuller Lodge.Maureen was unique; her love of life was ruled by an overwhelming enthusiastic desire to know as much as she could about a variety of subjects.
She not only had joy in her life, she gave joy to others. After a long debilitating illness, dementia took Maureen Hudson’s life.
Maureen was born in NYC in 1928. She enjoyed the streets and schools of the Big Apple for 18 years.
She could get on the subway
Jemez Ranger District to Start Fall Burning Program
JEMEZ RANGER DISTRICT News:
Santa Fe – The Jemez Ranger District will begin implementing two prescribed burns including the Guacamalla Pile burn located near the Ponderosa Camp Ground and the Vallecitos Broadcast Burn located off N.M. 4 nearer to the Valle Caldera southwest corner.
These projects will be implemented after Sept. 17, conditions permitting. Due to the location and elevation it will be visible from all directions coming into the Jemez Mountain area.
The burns are being implemented to manage hazardous fuels, to provide community protection along with maintaining forest and Read More
Los Alamos Family Council Marks 50 Years of Service
Joy Beery, left, and Cheryl Pongratz. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By Carol A. Clark
Today marks a 50-year milestone for Los Alamos Family Council, Inc.
The behavioral health agency at 1505 15th St., Suite C, incorporated Sept. 14, 1962 as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation.
Today the agency is launching a year-long campaign, to thank the community for its support and to focus attention on the importance of personal and community wellness.
“We want community members, organizations and Los Alamos County to know how much we appreciate their support,” Executive Director Read More
Rotary Club Holds Bulb Sale Near CB FOX
Brian Newnam, right, and Mike Lippiatt of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos volunteer at the Club’s annual bulb sale in front of CB FOX in downtown Los Alamos today. Proceeds from the bulb sale benefit educational efforts for youth. Contact the Rotary Club to purchase bulbs at 505-662-7950. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
Beverly Forker purchases a bag of each type of flower bulb from Rotarians Mike Lippiatt, left, and Brian Newnam during today’s annual bulb sale in front of CB FOX in downtown Los Alamos. Carol A. Clark /ladailypost.com
Justin Black Chosen Teacher of the Year!
Chamisa Elementary School Principal Debbie Smith with physical education teacher Justin Black, the 2012 “Teacher of the Year” are surrounded by students this morning. Photo by Debra Snow
LAPS News:
Justin Black, who serves as Chamisa Elementary School physical education teacher, was chosen as the New Mexico Association for Health Physical Education and Dance Elementary Physical Education “Teacher of the Year” for 2012.
Black will receive the award at the Oct. 11 state conference. In accepting the award, Black said, “It’s very cool to represent Read More
Heather Wilson’s Son to Attend Local GOP HQ Grand Opening Saturday
GOP News:
Joshua Hone, the son of U.S. Senatorial candidate Heather Wilson is scheduled to attend the grand opening celebration of the Los Alamos Republican Party headquarters at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15.
The headquarters is at 1362 Trinity Dr., Suite D1, just north of Viola’s Restaurant.
The community is invited to attend the grand opening and meet Wilson’s son as well as Jefferson Byrd, candidate for U.S. House of Representatives, 3rd Congressional District.
Several Republican candidates running for state and local offices also will be on hand to speak with the public.
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Among the Nicest Gifts…
Delta Kappa Gamma member Eileen Trujillo and Los Alamos Medical Center Unit Supervisor Denise Martinez unpack the newest collection of children’s books given to the families welcoming a new member. Courtesy photo
Among the Nicest Gifts
By Judy Crocker
Down the street, the painting job went smoothly, and there were loads of boxes arriving. Family friends came last weekend for a baby shower, and the crib had arrived on time.
The local members of Delta Kappa Gamma – Rho Chapter were especially pleased to add a valuable gift to the baby’s new room – a specially-selected book for the start of the baby’s Read More
Udall Introduces VOW to Hire Heroes Extension
Bill Would Simplify Hiring Of Unemployed VetsCommunity Invited to Taste the Sky Sunday
Next Big Idea: A Festival of Discovery Invention and Innovation Set for Saturday
Courtesy/LACDC
LACDC News:
The September edition of New Mexico Centennial eNewsletter features Los Alamos’ own Next Big Idea Festival.
The Next Big Idea Festival Day runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 at Fuller Lodge and around downtown Los Alamos.
The annual festival is a family-friendly event, highlighting Los Alamos’ unique, creative and scientific heritage.
Designed to inspire, illuminate and educate through science, technology, arts, food and music, the event is FREE!
In addition to exhibitors, this year we have also designated a Kid’s Activity Area with hands-on science Read More
Downtown Banners Display Leslie Bucklin Photos
By Leslie Bucklin
COUNTY News:
New seasonal and Los Alamos welcome banners are being hung downtown on the Central Avenue streetlights.
The old banners were several years old, worn out, and in need of replacing.
A state funded MainStreet grant has helped the County update the banners.
Designed and featuring photographs by Leslie Bucklin, the new banners feature some of Los Alamos’ most notable attractions – summer outdoor activities, historic district, skiing, and community events, as well as stunning area scenery.
By Leslie Bucklin
By Leslie Bucklin
By Leslie Bucklin
By Leslie Bucklin
LAEN: Make Your Idea Reality
LAEN News:
Make your idea reality. Let’s talk. That is the message of The Hive and the Los Alamos Entrepreneurs’ Network (LAEN) at their Fuller Lodge booth during the “Next Big Idea” event this Saturday.
DAVE JONES
“This is a great opportunity for people with ideas to explore commercial potential,” said Dave Jones, Steward of The Hive.
LAEN and The Hive have partnered to provide people with ideas (high tech, low tech, or no tech) a free initial evaluation of an idea’s business and technical viability.
If the idea looks promising and the person with the idea wants to move forward, LAEN Read More
Workers Install Roof Over New Smith’s Gas Station
Construction on the new Smith’s Gas Station on Trinity Drive at Knecht Street moves forward despite recent rain storms. A large roof now spans the area formerly occupied by a Shamrock Gas Station. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Democratic Candidates for Los Alamos County Council Participate in Economic Roundtable
Democratic Party of Los Alamos County Chair Mike Wheeler introduces panelists from left, Democratic Council candidates Michael Redondo, Pete Sheehey and Kristin Henderson who participated in a roundtable event this evening at Democratic Party Headquarters, 140 Central Park Square, in which the sole topic of discussion was the economy. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
“We need to be a town that works for all of us,” Council candidate Kristin Henderson said. “If we have a vision for Los Alamos … that helps us prioritize.”
“In my 26 years living Read More
Police Investigate Collision at Trinity and Diamond
Los Alamos Fire and Rescue crews work to remove the driver from a car involved in this mornings accident. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Firefighters help lift a driver from her car following an accident near Trinity Drive and Diamond Drive today. Photo by Greg Kendall/ladailypost.com
By Greg Kendall
A two-car collision occured at approximately 11:15 a.m. today, at the corner of Trinity Drive and Diamond Drive.
The driver of a small black vehicle told the Los Alamos Daily Post that he had been driving behind a red car at the corner of Trinity Drive and Oppehiemer Street Read More
County Unveils New Banners in Downtown Los Alamos
Los Alamos County today unveiled seasonal banners along Central Avenue in Downtown Los Alamos, which have been created from photos taken by County Photographer Leslie Bucklin. The new banners are interspersed with New Mexico MainStreet Banners and each County banner will change with the season and depict a different photograph by Bucklin. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
New Mexico MainStreet banners now hang on poles along Central Avenue. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Traffic Department workers Chris Montoya and Raymand Baca hang new banners along Read More
LANB Hosts United Way 2013 Campaign Kick Off
Los Alamos National Bank President Steve Wells presents a $50,000 donation from the bank to United Way, accepted by United Way Executive Director Kristy Ortega during Wednesday’s 2013 campaign kick off event hosted by LANB. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Katy Korkos, left, of the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce presents a $8,200 donation to United Way Executive Director Kristy Ortega from money raised at the Chamber’s annual charity golf tournament. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Director Liddie Martinez of Community and Government Relations for SOC, Read More
Senate Vets Committee Advances Udall’s Burn Pit Legislation
