McQuiston: Home Security Technology … Keeping You Ahead Of Burglars
By ALLEN MCQUISTONThe Jemez Agency
Back in the early days of home security “systems,” around the end of World War I, it was common for homeowners to hire “door shakers”—night watchmen who would literally walk around and check doors to make sure they were locked.
The most advanced product at the time, according to the Electronic Security Association, was an alarm system that used electromagnetic contacts on doors and windows and rang a bell if disturbed.
Things are just a little bit different now, thanks to expanding technology and decreasing costs. Regular homeowners Read More
Senators Udall, Heinrich Urge Increase In Funding For Security Grants To Protect New Mexico Elections
U.S. SENATE News:LAPS Weather Cancellations, Delayed Starts
By Dr. Kurt SteinhausSuperintendent of Schools
Greetings from the Los Alamos Public Schools!
This message contains information about school cancellation or delayed start due to snow or ice. Announcements, usually by 5:30 a.m., will be sent via the media, district web page, and School Messenger.
Telephone information lines:
- Aspen Elementary 663-2277;
- Barranca Mesa Elementary 663-2732;
- Chamisa Elementary 663-2472;
- Mountain Elementary 663-2327;
- Pinon Elementary 663-2682;
- Middle School 663-2375;
- Topper Freshman Academy 663-2512;
- High School 663-2512;
Scenes From Roadwork Underway On N.M. 4
Temporary stop lights have been installed today on N.M. 4 to aid with the one lane traffic flow. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Road crew making temporary road repairs today to the damaged section of N.M. 4. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from roadwork today on N.M. 4. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Animal Shelter Ad-Hoc Committee Meets 5:30 PM
COUNTY News:
The Animal Shelter Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting at 5:30 p.m. today in conference room 110 at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
Agenda:
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Call to Order
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Approval of Nov. 6 Meeting Minutes
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Response to Councilor Robinson Recommendations to Council
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Response to County Council for Nov. 26 Council Meeting
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Discussion of Facility Issues
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Discussion of Ordinance Revisions
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New Business
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Adjourn Meeting
