‘Area News’ Archives
13-year-old dies in agricultural accident
Agricultural Accident Results in Death of 13-year-old Girl Date: 07/20/2012 Larimer County Sheriff's Office deputies were called to assist Emergency Medical Services last night at 8:18 p.m. on the report of an agricultural accident involving a 13-year-old girl in the area of Ted's Place on Highway 287. Initial reports were that the 13-year-old had possibly been electrocuted by an irrigations system on the property. Medical staff from ... Full Story
Berthoud Fire to learn about pets
AMVS to Conduct First Aid Classes Aspen Meadow Veterinary Specialists (AMVS) in Longmont will be heading to Berthoud to conduct first aid classes for Berthoud Fire Protection District. The week of July 23, various members of the emergency staff, including doctors and nurses, will be traveling to Berthoud for three separate classes. The presentation will cover obtaining vitals and triage of animals involved in a car accident or suffering from smoke inhalation or heat stroke. ... Full Story
Deputies arrest man on numerous felony charges
Larimer County Sheriff's Office deputies have arrested Justin Ray Smaxwill, DOB: 02/05/93, of Fort Collins on numerous felony and misdemeanor charges. Mr. Smaxwill was arrested early this morning for 2nd Degree Burglary (F3), four counts of Identity Theft (F4), 1st Degree Criminal Trespass (F5), Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance (F6), Theft (M2), False Report to Authorities (M3), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (P2), Compulsory Insurance Violation (T1), Careless ... Full Story
Donations needed for fundraiser garage sale
Dear Friends, It’s a good time to get rid of clutter! Do you have a treasure trove of “stuff” that’s just taking up too much room? The Berthoud TOC (Time Out Club) is collecting donations for a fundraiser garage sale to raise money for one our dear friends who is battling cancer. Sharon Austin is a lovely lady of Berthoud who has lived in Mary’s Farm for several years. Sharon was diagnosed with throat cancer last fall and went through radiation treatment. In June ... Full Story
“Small Grants for Community Partnering” 2013 Grant
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources announces the 2013 “Small Grants for Community Partnering” grant cycle. Applications are due Friday, September 7, 2012, at 3 p.m., with awards announced by February, 2013. These grants are offered to individuals, organizations and groups, and homeowner/property owner associations for community, neighborhood, and group projects for: · Protection or enhancement of open space, trails, natural areas, wildlife habitat, ... Full Story
Sexual Assault Arrest
Larimer County Sheriff's Office deputies yesterday arrested Patrick Frank Cipolla, DOB: 12/08/41, of Loveland, formerly of Estes Park, on a felony warrant for multiple counts of sexual assault. His occupation is listed as retired military. Mr. Cipolla is alleged to have sexually assaulted a teenage girl over a period of several years. He is charged with: Four counts of CRS 18-3-402(1)(a)(4), Sexual Assault/Force, (F3) Three ... Full Story
Berthoud Fire Calls: June 2012
Berthoud Fire Protection District Incident activity for June 2012 Friday, June 1 BFPD responded with TVEMS to a medical emergency for breathing difficulty on 9th St. The patient was transported. BFPD assisted TVEMS with a medical call on 2nd St. The patient was transported. BFPD responded to a medical call on Horseshoe Circle. Saturday, June 2 BFPD responded to a citizen request for assistance on Weld County Road 1. BFPD responded with Berthoud Police to a medical call on ... Full Story
School Board ousts Superintendent
Press Release June 20, 2012 In a move to take the Thompson School District in a different direction, the Board of Education voted Wednesday night to terminate the remaining year’s contract of Superintendent Ron Cabrera, who will leave his position on June 30. The board voted during a regular Board of Education meeting after making the decision during an executive session on Monday, June 11. Cabrera was notified on Wednesday, June 13. The board will select an interim superintendent ... Full Story
Berthoud Library July Events
July 2 — Movie Monday. Call the library at 970-532-2757 for movie title. July 3 — Busy B’s Story Time, 10:30 a.m. This lap-sit storytime is designed for caregivers to interact with babies and toddlers; with songs, finger plays, stories and bounces we will open the gateway to reading. July 3 — at 2 p.m. in the library meeting room — Writer’s workshop: An hour long workshop for new writers. We will talk about what makes good writing, write a short story or poem to share ... Full Story
Thompson Education Foundation names new executive
Kim Akeley-Charron has been named executive director of the Thompson Education Foundation beginning July 1. She is currently the marketing coordinator for the City of Loveland’s Cultural Services Department, where she has worked since 2003 in various capacities. Prior to that, she worked at the University of Denver Women’s College as the student services and special events coordinator, the Greenway Foundation and the Museum of Nature and Science, all in Denver. Akeley-Charron’s ... Full Story
