‘Community News’ Archives
Berthoud man shot and killed by SWAT unit
Berthoud man was shot and killed by a SWAT unit after deputies say he opened fire on them Monday night. It's a policeman's worst nightmare, being called to a scene of domestic violence and finding someone with a weapon. Monday night around 9 p.m. Berthoud police responded to a call at 730 Bruce Drive. No details are available, but the man at that address was armed and the local police called for backup. The Larimer County Sheriff's SWAT team arrived at approximately 11 p.m. ... Full Story
Thornton man formally charged in death of mother and
Weld County District Attorney's Office Nineteenth Judicial District GREELEY, Colo. – The Weld County District Attorney’s Office has formally filed eight criminal charges against Steven Ryan (DOB 6/29/87) of Thornton. Ryan is charged with: • Vehicular Homicide – DUI, two counts (class three felonies) • Vehicular Homicide – Reckless Driving, two counts (class four felonies) • DUI (unclassified misdemeanor) • Reckless Driving (class two ... Full Story
“Answers on Aging Resource Guide”
Larimer County, Colorado - The 2010-2011 version of Larimer County’s Office on Aging “Answers on Aging Resource Guide,” is now available on paper and online at www.larimer.org/seniors, (click on publications). This free booklet contains useful information on local resources and programs for older adults and their families. Topics include: income tax filing legal issues transportation options senior centers volunteer opportunities financial help flu shots ... Full Story
Reward Offered for Elk Poaching in Estes Park
(Nov. 9, 2010) — The Humane Society of the United States and The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust are offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for poaching a bull elk in downtown Estes Park, Colo. This offer adds to an existing $5,000 reward being offered by the Colorado Division of Wildlife’s Operation Game Thief. The Case: According to the Colorado Division of Wildlife, on or around Oct. 15, a ... Full Story
Help for Vets on the eve of Veterans Day
Fourth Annual Northern Colorado Veterans STAND-DOWN The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Veteran Employment Programs is hosting the fourth annual Northern Colorado Veterans STAND-DOWN, Wednesday, November 10, 9 a.m -1 p.m. at Catholic Charities-The Mission, 460 Linden Center Drive, Fort Collins. It will be a day for any veteran that may be in need, may be homeless, potentially homeless, or who would just like to join other veterans for the day. The services ... Full Story
Ring Bells This Year — Do It For You!
Come Join our Volunteers for the 2010 Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign!!! You’re helping folks right here at home. Plus -- You’ll get lots of smiles and thank you’s to add to your Holiday Cheer! The volunteer Loveland-Berthoud Salvation Army Service Unit raised over $60,000 last year…way more than in previous years. Now, come join us in this rewarding experience as we try to beat this record this year and help even more of our needy right here at home. It’s ... Full Story
Meningitis, a mother’s story
Help Protect Your Children from Meningitis By Shara Ludlum As a mother of two active preteen children, I do all that I can to keep them healthy and safe. Now that school is back in session, I encourage all parents to learn about meningococcal meningitis and speak with their child’s health-care provider about vaccination. Meningococcal meningitis is a rare, but serious bacterial infection that can take an otherwise healthy child’s life in just a single day. The Centers for ... Full Story
Sheriff Alderden replies to Slidell affair
The following comment is excerpted from the Larimer County Sheriff's "The Bull's Eye." The Online Recorder saw the original article in a Loveland based blog site and noted that the editor admitted to not having checked with the Sheriff's department as any self respecting journalist would have done. The Recorder did check out the story and left comments on the blog site that this story was not true. They were hailing Mr. Slidell as a hero for trying to rescue his wife when in fact he was ... Full Story
Notice Of Special Meeting – Berthoud Community
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING - BERTHOUD COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT - NOVEMBER 4, 2010 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the BERTHOUD COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT, County of Larimer, State of Colorado, will hold a Special Meeting at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, November 4, 2010 at the Berthoud Community Library, 236 Welch Avenue, Berthoud, Colorado. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2011 budget and conduct such other ... Full Story
Library Board vacancy
Library Board of Trustees Vacancy The Berthoud Community Library District (BCLD) is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Board of Trustees. The seven-member Board governs the Library District and establishes policies. Applicants must reside within the Library District; District residents living outside of Berthoud town limits are especially encouraged to apply for this position. Applications for the board and a description of the position are available at the Berthoud ... Full Story
