Obituary: Dennis Alfred Monaghan Sept. 15, 1936 − March 22, 2024
DENNIS ALFRED MONAGHAN Sept. 15, 1936 − March 22, 2024
Dennis Alfred Monaghan, born in Spokane, WA on September 15, 1936, passed away peacefully in Albuquerque NM on Friday March 22, 2024. Dennis passed just 17 days after his wife of 65 years, ‘Kie’ Monaghan, passed away on March 5, 2024. They were with each other until the very end, as they had lived most of their lives.
Dennis was preceded in death by his mother and father, Alfred & Ann Monaghan, his wife, Carol Ann Swears, and his two sons, Kevin and Todd Monaghan.
Dennis is survived by his two daughters, Kristy & Teri Monaghan, his sister Read More
FBI: Tan Pants Bandit Strikes Again In Rio Rancho
Anyone who recognizes this suspect is asked to call the FBI at 505.889.1300. Courtesy/FBI
Anyone who recognizes this suspect is asked to call the FBI at 505.889.1300. Courtesy/FBI
FBI News:
The FBI and Rio Rancho Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the Tan Pants Bandit, who robbed the Rio Grande Credit Union of Rio Rancho at 1526 Unser Blvd SE, at approximately 4:45 p.m., Monday, April 1, 2024.
Suspect’s description:
- Sex: Male
- Race: White
- Height: Approximately 5’7”
- Build: stocky
- Clothing: Black sweatshirt, Tan pants, Black beanie, White face mask, glasses,
Hampton: Proposed UNM-LA Bond
By DAVID HAMPTON Los Alamos
Los Alamos Canyon Restoration And Sediment Reduction Project Implementation To Begin Later In April
Restoration work on portions of Los Alamos Canyon expected to begin later in April. Courtesy/Forest Service
Forest Service News:
SANTA FE — Restoration work is expected to begin along portions of Los Alamos Canyon later this month as part of the “Los Alamos Canyon Restoration and Sediment Reduction Project”.
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is funding this project through their River Stewardship Program and in partnership with Los Alamos County. This restoration work will be implemented by Keystone Restoration, LLC and is a phase of the Northern New Mexico Riparian, Aquatic, Read More
2024 Chamber Business Award Nominations Close April 15
By Andy McBride
Student Reporter
Los Alamos Daily Post
Hi Los Alamos, my name is Andy McBride; I am the newest reporter at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Other team members of the Post including Carol Clark, my mentor John McHale as well as Kirsten Laskey have helped me in ways that I could never imagine.
Now we have this election underway for the 2024 Los Alamos Chamber Business Awards. We qualify for the Woman-Owned Business of the Year Award and the Retail Business of the Year Award out of the eight possible categories listed.
If you would like to see us on that stage again when the awards are given out at Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Samizdat Bookstore & Teahouse Owner Jill Lang
On the job in Los Alamos is Samizdat Bookstore & Teahouse Owner Jill Lang. She has owned Samizdats for two and a half years. ‘I have always wanted to have a bookstore,’ Lang said in talking about her job. To learn more about Samizdat Bookstore & Teahouse, click here. Photo by AndyMcBride/ladailypost.com Read More
Carie Fanning To Read Latest Book At Library Storytime
COUNTY News:
Saturday, April 20 from 10:15-10:45 a.m., the Los Alamos Public Library will host a very special guest at Mesa Public Library Storytime. Local author Carie Fanning will read her latest book “Lucy Ann’s Chair”.
A longtime Los Alamos resident, Fanning retired as executive director of Family Strengths Network in 2023 and has embarked on a new chapter as a children’s book author. Her book, “Lucy Ann’s Chair” has been a long time coming for this mother and grandmother.
“The silly things that children do and say inspire me. Children are uncensored and act and speak without overthinking. Read More
2024 LANL Scholars Announced: 128 Recipients Will Receive Scholarships Worth Over $880,000
LANL Foundation News:
Española – The LANL Foundation has announced this year’s recipients of four-year undergraduate degree scholarships. A total of 128 Northern New Mexico students pursuing bachelor’s degrees will receive 132 scholarships worth more than $884,000.
The LANL Foundation’s four-year undergraduate scholarships are open to students pursuing a degree in any field of study. The scholarships range from $1,000 for a single year up to $20,000 over four years. Recipients are selected based on a demonstrated commitment to academic achievement, leadership and service.
“We received Read More
‘How To Grow Nonprofits Across The Generations’ April 16
Haydn Shaw
LACF News:
Haydn Shaw, a published expert on organizational leadership development, change management, and the engagement of multiple generations will present a free session for the public at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 at SALA.
This session is designed for anyone working for a nonprofit organization, including board members, directors, employees and volunteers, although for-profit businesses may also find it useful.
Nonprofits have never had to recruit five generations of volunteers or board members and serve six generations before now. This session will help prepare for what Read More
Scenes From Pancake Breakfast For Special Olympics
Scene from the pancake breakfast held Sunday, April 7 at the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse Lodge. The event hosted by the Los Alamos Police Department raised $620 from merchandise sales and $2,098.82 from pancake breakfast sales for a total of $2,718.82 to support Special Olympics. Courtesy photo
Scene from the pancake breakfast at the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse Lodge held Sunday, April 7 in support of Special Olympics. Courtesy photo
Scene from the pancake breakfast at the Los Alamos Sheriff’s Posse Lodge held Sunday, April 7 in support of Special Olympics. Courtesy photo
Scene from the pancake Read More
New Mexico Securities Division Settles With Cryptocurrency Platform Abra
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SANTA FE – The Securities Division of the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (NMRLD) announced today that it has reached a settlement agreement in principle with cryptocurrency asset platform, Abra, for violating state securities regulations.
The group of affiliated companies commonly known as Abra include Plutus Financial Holdings Inc., Plutus Financial Inc., Plutus Lending LLC, and Abra Boost LLC. Abra offered and sold interest-bearing cryptocurrency depository products referred to as Abra Read More
New Mexico State Police Crime Scene Team’s Expert Testimony Contributes To Guilty Verdict In Fort Sumner Double Homicide
New Mexico State Police. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
On Oct. 2, 2022, New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Crime Scene Team (CST) assisted DeBaca County Sheriff’s Office with the investigation of a double homicide at a residence in Ft. Sumner. The residence was owned by Kelby Randolph. A married couple that resided with Randolph were killed inside this residence with a firearm.
Multiple CST Agents responded to this scene and served a search warrant for items related to the double homicide. They documented the scene with photography and a 3D Laser Scanner. The NMSP CST Agents identified and collected Read More
Pets Of The Week: Meet Lucina And Junebug
Lucina could open her own bakery or tortilleria – she’s so busy kneading her bed and blankets every day, purring and perfectly pleased with herself. This young 9-month-old 8 lb. tuxie is an absolute gem of a cat and she’s ready to make your home her bread baking shop. Lucina goes home spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. Española Humane is open to walk-in adopters 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday at 108 Hamm Parkway in Española. Courtesy/EH
Junebug is thriving in Española Humane’s Paws in the Pen prison training program. She loves to learn, she loves to succeed, she loves to play Read More
EM-LA & NMED To Discuss Hexavalent Chromium Independent Review At Environmental Management Cleanup Forum April 18
N3B News:
The public is invited to join EM-LA, NMED for a community meeting 5:30-7:30 p.m. MDT, April 18, 2024, at SALA Event Center.
Hosts: Department of Energy, Office of Environmental Management Los Alamos Field Office (EM-LA) and its contractor, Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos (N3B).
Background: This event will feature discussions and public input on the legacy environmental cleanup mission at LANL, including work to protect water quality. The community discussion and Q&A will follow short presentations by EM-LA and the New Mexico Environment Department, with an overview Read More
SALA Event Center Lineup Happening This Week
SALA News:
SALA Event Center announces a diverse array of events happening this week, promising something for everyone in the community to enjoy.
Tuesday, coding enthusiasts are invited to join CoderDojo at 4 p.m., where they can explore the world of programming in a collaborative and supportive environment. Later that evening, the LAFC Monthly Movie and Dinner event will feature the timeless classic Citizen Kane, offering attendees an opportunity to enjoy a cinematic masterpiece along with a delicious dinner. Tickets are available for purchase on the LAFC website.
Thursday marks the Read More
Knight: New Mexicans Have More To Be Thankful For This Tax Day
By PAIGE KNIGHT, MPP
Deputy Policy Director
New Mexico Voices for Children
This Tax Day we all have much to be thankful for as we consider the bounty of public goods and services that are made possible with our tax dollars. These include a school system that offers a free education to every child, the roads and other transportation infrastructure that make it possible for us to move about our cities and state, the first responders who keep our communities safe, no- or low-cost health care coverage for a majority of New Mexicans, our plentiful parks, libraries, museums, and so much more.
This year, Read More
Los Alamos County Council Presents Earth Day Proclamation
Los Alamos County Councilor Randall Ryti presents a proclamation during Tuesday’s Council meeting to, from left, Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Representative Abbey Hayward, County Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule, DPU Representative Cathy D’Anna and Pajarito Environmental Education Center Representative Beth Cortright, designating Monday, April 22 as ‘Earth Day’ in Los Alamos County and Saturday, April 20 as the ‘Earth Day Festival’ at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/LAC
Staff Report:
On behalf of the Los Alamos County Council during Tuesday’s Council meeting, Read More
New Mexico History Museum Looks At Legacy Of Santa Fe’s WWII Japanese Internment Camp During Event April 20
NMHM News:
New Mexico History Museum, in partnership with the New Mexico Japanese American Citizens League, presents the third in a series related to the internment of Japanese males arrested and incarcerated in Santa Fe at one of New Mexico’s four Department of Justice (DOJ) internment camps during World War II.
The community is invited to listen to a panel discussion with interviewees from the documentary film “Community in Conflict” directed by Claudia Katayanagi, 1-4 p.m., Saturday, April 20, at New Mexico History Museum, 113 Lincoln Ave., in Santa Fe.
The movie focuses on the Santa Fe Read More
Pink Clouds Color Horizon Near Roundabout On Central
Pink clouds color the horizon viewed heading east Tuesday evening near the roundabout on Central Avenue. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos County Nuisance Code Review Implementation Task Force To Meet Friday April 12
COUNTY News:
The next meeting for the Los Alamos County Nuisance Code Review Implementation Task Force is 10 a.m. Friday, April 12 in Room 110 at the County Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
The meeting is held in person however, members of the public wishing to attend and /or provide public comment may do so in person or via Zoom.
Click here to join the webinar. Read More
