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Providence community celebrates its second major park opening: Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011; Almost a year after breaking ground for a new park in the northwest valley, Knickerbocker Park opened Saturday in the Providence master-planned community at 10695 Dorrell Lane. Las Vegas city officials and the Providence community celebrated its opening with a ceremony and the unveiling of the new PD dog mascot.
Three victims of helicopter crash identified: Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011; Clark County officials have identified three of the victims of Wednesday's helicopter crash near Lake Mead in which five people died.
North Las Vegas Mayor facing ethics hearing: Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011; Less than two weeks after the effort to recall North Las Vegas Mayor Shari Buck failed, she will face an ethics hearing Dec. 14 to determine whether her actions at city council meetings earlier this year could be considered conflicts of interest.
Snack shop pops up in Henderson: Popcorn Girl branches out from original Summerlin location; Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011; Popcorn Girl, a Las Vegas candy store stocked with more than 60 flavors of popcorn, has opened a location at the Pebble Market Place near Green Valley Parkway and the Las Vegas Beltway.
Body of 20-year-old man found wrapped in plastic: Friday, Dec. 9, 2011; Metro Police homicide detectives are investigating the death of a 20-year-old North Las Vegas man whose body was found wrapped in plastic Thursday morning in northeast Las Vegas. Police say patrol officers discovered the body of David Pettis at 10:05 a.m. in the 5400 block of Reflex Drive.
Police seeking suspect in sexual assault: Friday, Dec. 9, 2011; Metro Police are looking for a man who broke into a Las Vegas home Wednesday morning and sexually attacked a woman.
NLV city attorney job filled full-time: Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011; The North Las Vegas City Council ratified Acting City Attorney Jeffrey Barr’s appointment to permanently fill the post Wednesday night.
North Las Vegas Fire Department burning through OT budget: Department has spent $1.8 million more on overtime than allotted this year; Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011; The North Las Vegas Fire Department is burning through its overtime budget, but Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Brame says there is no way around it.
Josh Reid: Criticism of appointment as Henderson city attorney 'all about my father': Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011; Henderson’s new city attorney, Josh M. Reid, said this week that he is eager to move past the controversy surrounding his appointment and onto city business. Reid is the fourth of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s five children.
Henderson City Council moves forward on Galleria Pedestrian Bridge: Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011; A new pedestrian bridge may be coming to the area near the Galleria at Sunset. The Henderson City Council voted to authorize an almost $190,000 budget and accept bids for the construction of what will be called the Galleria Pedestrian Bridge, which would span the channel at Galleria Drive and Stephanie Street, near the Whitney Ranch area.
Henderson WinterFest events planned for Friday and Saturday: Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011; An old-fashioned Christmas delight is the theme of this year’s WinterFest in Henderson.
Pedestrian killed after being hit by car: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011; Metro Police say a pedestrian was killed Saturday afternoon after being hit by a car near North Rainbow Boulevard and Yorktown Road. The accident happened sometime after 5 p.m.
Santa Run offers sense of accomplishment at finish line: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011; Santa took on many shapes and sizes this weekend as thousands gathered to run the Las Vegas Great Santa Run at Town Square Saturday morning.
Lack of signatures dooms effort to recall North Las Vegas mayor: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011; The group attempting to remove North Las Vegas Mayor Shari Buck says its recall effort has come to an end. As the Dec. 5 deadline approaches, members of the recall movement say they won't meet the 2,466-signature requirement for their petition.
Hiker stranded in snowstorm on Mount Charleston rescued: Friday, Dec. 2, 2011; A Canadian hiker rescued today after being stranded in a snowstorm on Mount Charleston said he called for help because he was afraid of getting lost if he tried to make it down alone. The hiker, Gregory Rudowsky, and his dog, Tiki, were lifted off the mountain via helicopter by a Metro Police search and rescue team. Rudowsky, an experienced hiker, said he walked up the Bonanza Trail in Lee Canyon on Wednesday with plans to camp overnight and hike out Thursday morning. But when he woke up Thursday, a winter storm had already dumped two feet of snow on the ground, he said. Police were alerted at 8:34 a.m. Thursday that the hiker and his dog were stranded when he used an emergency locator — a SPOT Personal Tracker — to send a short text message, Metro spokesman Bill Cassell said.
North Las Vegas celebrates grand opening of new city hall: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011; The new North Las Vegas city hall was filled with chatter, live music, dancing and a lighted Christmas tree as residents and city officials came out to celebrate the building’s grand opening Thursday night.
Best Western Plus in Henderson hosting grand opening: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011; After $150,000 worth of renovations to date, the Best Western Plus on Boulder Highway will host a grand opening event Thursday night.
Judge rules Wagner rightful winner in NLV council election: Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011; A judge declared North Las Vegas City Councilman Wade Wagner the rightful winner of a contested June election against then-incumbent Richard Cherchio.
Sen. Harry Reid's son Josh named Henderson city attorney: Mayor reveals that elder Reid lobbied on son's behalf; Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011; In a controversial vote that one resident at the meeting called "disgusting" and "nepotism," the Henderson City Council unanimously appointed Josh M. Reid, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s son, to be the next city attorney.
Cab driver finds man shot to death: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011; A man was found shot to death near Clancy Street and Judson Avenue early Saturday morning, according to Metro Police.
North Las Vegas calling for 'citizen summit' to discuss city's future: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011; North Las Vegas officials have called a special city council meeting for citizens to discuss the city’s future.
Still time to get tickets for UNLV's matchup against top-rated Tar Heels: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011; Tickets remain available for the final night of the Continental Las Vegas Invitational 2011 tournament, when UNLV will face the No.1 team in the country.
Homeless man seriously injured in fire: Friday, Nov. 25, 2011; A homeless man was rushed to the hospital Thanksgiving Day with life-threatening burn injuries after a Dumpster fire, according to the North Las Vegas Fire Department. Firefighters say they responded to a report of a Dumpster fire at the intersection of Bassler Street and Haddock Avenue near Las Vegas Boulevard behind a local business about 11:15 p.m.
New gym caters to those striving for major weight loss: Friday, Nov. 25, 2011; Getting motivated to hit the gym can be a struggle for anyone, but for those who are significantly overweight, the experience can be intimidating. Just ask Francis Wisniewski.
Shoppers swarm stores for Black Friday deals: Friday, Nov. 25, 2011; On the Strip, Jim McMichael, marketing director at Fashion Show Mall, said the crowds were larger than ever. Some shoppers were camped out in front of a Target on Thanksgiving morning for its 10 p.m. Thursday opening.
Moderate temperatures on tap for holiday weekend: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011; This year’s holiday weekend’s weather won’t get in the way of backyard football games and Black Friday shopping.
Henderson opens newly renovated Silver Springs Park: Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2011; Henderson's Silver Springs Park reopened last week, after nearly a year of renovations. The 6.8-acre park, 1950 Silver Springs Parkway, is now equipped with turf areas, a new playground with shade, a walking course, a lighted ball field and restrooms.
Henderson may settle on city attorney choice next week: Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011; Henderson officials may select a new city attorney at a special meeting Tuesday, and several residents are already voicing concerns over the selection process. Josh M. Reid, U.S. Sen. Harry Reid’s son, and the current interim city attorney Christine Guerci-Nyhus are both finalists for the position.
Group striving to make sure everyone gets a Thanksgiving: Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011; Carol Luke had nowhere to turn for Thanksgiving dinner. Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada was there to help.
North Las Vegas packs up, moves into new digs: Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011; After 45 years, the old North Las Vegas City Hall has closed its doors and on Monday, city offices will reopen for business in a new, $127 million building.
Metro investigating possible murder-suicide involving mother, child: Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011; A man, his ex-girlfriend and their infant are dead in what Metro Police are investigating as a murder-suicide that took place Friday night.
Las Vegas ski resort opens chairlifts for season: Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011; Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort opened three chairlifts and one surface lift Friday morning for the winter season.
Las Vegas ski resort opens chairlifts for season: Friday, Nov. 18, 2011; Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort opened three chairlifts and one surface lift Friday morning for the winter season.
Second fire in 3 days destroys house, does $1.7 million damage: Friday, Nov. 18, 2011; Fire destroyed a house in the southwest valley this morning after Clark County firefighters battled the second blaze at the same address within three days, officials said.
Henderson city officials plan to meet with public at mall event: Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011; Henderson residents will have the opportunity to meet members of the Henderson City Council and city representatives Saturday at the annual “City Hall at the Mall.”
U.S. Attorney reports collecting $85 million in criminal and court actions: Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011; The Nevada U.S. Attorney’s office announced Wednesday that it has collected $85 million related to criminal and court actions for the 2011 fiscal year in criminal fines, restitution, felony assessments and forfeitures.
North Las Vegas facing $15.5 million budget deficit: City official: Concessions from police and firefighters unions could solve problem; Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011; North Las Vegas is expecting another budget deficit for the next fiscal year, but it’s nothing concessions from police and fire unions can’t solve, according to acting finance director Al Noyola.
Special City Council meeting will address North Las Vegas budget: Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011; The city budget is the only item on the agenda for a special meeting of the North Las Vegas City Council this afternoon.
Chocolate factory's cactus garden lights a beacon for holiday cheer: Ethel M gearing up for 18th annual display with party Tuesday; Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011; The man in charge of decorating Ethel M Chocolates’ holiday cactus garden is aiming to make this year’s garden better than ever. “Each year it grows a little bit more and a little bit more,” said Steve Bowdoin.
Thousands pilot their way to Nellis for annual air show: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011; Thousands of onlookers fixed their eyes on the North Las Vegas skyline Saturday morning as Air Force jets soared over Nellis Air Force Base.
Former Mirage chef opens another Japanese steakhouse: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011; A former master chef at the Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip has opened his second Ohjah Japanese Steakhouse, a sushi and hibachi-themed restaurant in the southwest valley.
Developers planning 22-acre water park in Henderson: Friday, Nov. 11, 2011; Developers have plans to build a 22-acre water park in Henderson that would open next summer and feature 20 water slides, thrill rides, a lazy river, restaurants and cabanas.
Organizers: Electric Daisy Carnival plugged $136 million into Clark County: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011; Insomniac, the company behind the three-day Electric Daisy Carnival, says its June festival at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway generated $136 million for Clark County.
Contract to clean new city hall helps disabled — and North Las Vegas' budget: Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011; North Las Vegas is making sure it has the manpower to maintain its new $127 million city hall before the big move Nov. 21. While the 210,000-square-foot building may be housing all city services under one roof, it is five times bigger than the current city hall, and officials have had to figure out how they will stay on top of the upkeep.
Setting clocks back an hour means sleeping in, changing batteries: Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011; Clark County Fire and Rescue is asking residents to change the batteries in their home smoke alarms when residents turn their clocks back, in line with the end of this year's daylight saving time.
Missing woman's body may have been found: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011; A body found Saturday morning in Pahrump may be that of a missing elderly woman, according to the Nye County Sheriff’s Office.
Swimming canceled, but triathlon runs smoothly otherwise: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011; Despite chilly temperatures and strong winds, more than 900 of the world’s top long-distance triathletes competed in the 2011 ITU Long Distance World Championship in Henderson Saturday.
Henderson names two finalists for city attorney: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011; Henderson has narrowed the candidates for city attorney to current interim city attorney Christine Guerci-Nyhus and Josh M. Reid.
Woman in critical condition after car hits pole: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011; A woman was critically injured after an accident Saturday morning, according to Metro Police.
2 more plead guilty in alleged unemployment benefits scheme: Friday, Nov. 4, 2011; The U.S. Attorney’s office announced two more defendants entered guilty pleas this week in a case involving the use of undocumented persons to help obtain more than $4.4 million in unemployment benefits from the State of Nevada and federal government.