On September 27, 2024, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a single-vehicle crash near the intersection of East Harmony Road and South Timberline Road to investigate the death of a 23-year-old male. The decedent was pronounced dead on scene. For more information regarding the circumstances of the crash please refer to the press…
Published: Thu Oct 3, 2024 - 8:44am
Department: Coroner
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious injury crash and needs the community's help identifying one of the involved parties.Around 1:45 p.m. on October 2, 2024, a pickup truck and motorcycle were involved in a crash on Weld County Road 44 just east of Interstate 25 in Berthoud. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries and…
Published: Wed Oct 2, 2024 - 7:31pm
Department: Sheriff
Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development [LCEWD] staff, and its director, Mark Johnston were recognized by the Board of Larimer County Commissioners for receiving an Excellence in Workforce Award from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment [CDLE]. Johnston and LCEWD were recognized for their work in the 2024…
Published: Wed Oct 2, 2024 - 1:49pm
Department: Economic and Workforce Development
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is proud to introduce the agency’s newest K9-handler team.K9 Odin is a Belgian Malinois born in Poland in December 2022. He was brought to the United States by Von Liche Kennels in Denver, Indiana, which specializes in supplying and training working dogs. Deputy Joe Boyle, who joined LCSO in 2017, is a field…
Published: Tue Oct 1, 2024 - 8:49am
Department: Sheriff
LCEWD may be able to help you with training costs. We may be able to help you learn a new skill, obtain your license or earn an industry recognized certification. To see if you qualify for training:Complete the training interest form and tell us about you and your training interests.A training coordinator with LCEWD will review your…
Published: Sun Sep 29, 2024 - 3:24pm
Department: Economic and Workforce Development
Symposium 2024We are grateful for the participation of all the attendees, presenters, sponsors, and exhibitors at the 2024 Workforce Symposium. Your presence and contributions made this event a success.Check out photos from the event and browse the digital program to connect with the session presenters. Photos and Presenter Info
Published: Wed Sep 25, 2024 - 3:24pm
Department: Economic and Workforce Development
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners proclaimed September 15, 2024 through October 15, 2024 Hispanic Heritage/Latiné Month in Larimer County at their regular Administrative Matters Meeting. Hispanic-Latiné Month was established in 1968 to recognize and celebrate the traditions and culture of Hispanic Latinés in the United States.…
Published: Wed Sep 25, 2024 - 2:49pm
Department: BOCC
Larimer County employees were recognized at the 2024 Innovation Awards for finding better, innovative, and groundbreaking ways to better serve our community.Even with the best tools and equipment, Larimer County’s most valuable asset is its employees, and they were recognized by the Board of Larimer County Commissioners for their creativity and…
Published: Wed Sep 25, 2024 - 2:43pm
Department: BOCC
Serving on a Larimer County Board or Commission is a great way to be involved in your county and community. Boards and Commissions are vital in making recommendations to the Board of Larimer County Commissioners on many important matters.The deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.Apply online at www.larimer.gov/boards. If online access is not…
Published: Wed Sep 25, 2024 - 10:46am
Department: BOCC
DENVER, Colo. – NoCo Places, a collaborative of eight federal, state, and county land management agencies in the northern Colorado Front Range, has released a Conservation and Recreation Vision for the region, an effort two years in the making. The Vision describes current conditions, shared values, desired future conditions, a shared management…
Published: Wed Sep 25, 2024 - 10:29am
Department: Natural Resources
In a significant step towards enhancing air quality, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment, in partnership with the Board of Larimer County Commissioners, is proud to introduce a new grant program aimed at supporting commercial landscaping businesses in transitioning from gas-powered to electric landscaping equipment. This…
Published: Mon Sep 23, 2024 - 3:25pm
Department: Health
A first draft of the proposed Larimer County Water Master Plan will be presented to the public at an upcoming open house in October.Although Larimer County is not a water provider, the county collaborates with its regional partners on the Larimer County Water Master Plan to use our current and future water resources wisely. Water resources…
Published: Mon Sep 23, 2024 - 2:28pm
Department: Community Development
Over 60 emergency preparedness and safety organizations will participate in the third annual Hero Fest in Fort Collins later this month.HeroFest is a family-friendly event sponsored by the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, the City of Fort Collins Emergency Preparedness and Security, and Canvas Credit Union. When: …
Published: Fri Sep 20, 2024 - 11:16am
Department: Emergency Management
Ampelio Arangure was sentenced yesterday to 20 years in the Colorado Department of Correction, following a guilty plea to one count of Sex Assault on a Child-Pattern of Abuse, a class 3 felony, and one count of Attempted Sex Assault on a Child, a class 5 felony. Following his sentence in the Department of Corrections, Mr. Arangure will be required…
Published: Thu Sep 19, 2024 - 4:04pm
Department: District Attorney
Starting October 1, 2024, the Larimer County Department of Human Services will implement changes to the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP or CCAP). These changes will impact both child care providers and families currently participating in the program.In March, the Larimer County Human Services implemented an enrollment freeze to…
Published: Thu Sep 19, 2024 - 3:46pm
Department: Human Services
As of Wednesday evening, the Pearl Fire remains at 128 acres and 5% containment. The US Forest Service reported that a total of 320 personnel were assigned to the fire today, with crews focusing on the north, east, and west sides of the perimeter. Crews traveled along steep terrain, navigating many dead and downed trees as they continued efforts…
Published: Wed Sep 18, 2024 - 7:11pm
Department: Sheriff
Larimer County has received recognition awards from two environmental organizations for demonstrating significant progress in energy efficiency and renewable energy.The awards were presented today at the Board of Larimer County Commissioners Administrative Matters meeting.The Colorado Green Business Network [CGBN] recognized the Larimer County…
Published: Wed Sep 18, 2024 - 12:18pm
Department: Sustainability and Climate
The US Forest Service assumed command of the Pearl Fire at 6 a.m. on September 17. As of Tuesday evening, the fire is estimated at 128 acres with 5% containment. The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office continues to work in partnership with the USFS and multiple agencies to support firefighting efforts.On September 16, Governor Polis made a declaration…
Published: Tue Sep 17, 2024 - 7:37pm
Department: Sheriff
LOVELAND: Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) invites the community to join us as we celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 28 and throughout the preceding week. Community members can choose between a litter clean up in the Carter Lake area or a trail construction project of the Bay to Bay Trail at…
Published: Tue Sep 17, 2024 - 12:15pm
Department: Natural Resources
Multiple agencies are working to fight a wildfire in northwest Larimer County. As of Monday evening, the Pearl Fire is estimated at 138 acres with 0% containment.On September 16, 2024 just after 11 a.m., the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Communications Center began receiving 911 calls reporting smoke in the Crystal Lakes area. …
Published: Mon Sep 16, 2024 - 8:39pm
Department: Sheriff
On September 10, 2024, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a house located in the 800 block of East 6th Street in Loveland, Colorado to investigate the death of a 60-year-old male. For more information regarding the circumstances of death and suspect information please refer to the press release from the Loveland Police Department:…
Published: Mon Sep 16, 2024 - 9:54am
Department: Coroner
After conducting a thorough search and collecting evidence in the area of the initial smoke reports, LCSO and United States Forest Service investigators determined that the fire originated from a campfire ring and was human-caused. Through further investigation, they identified Jason Alexander Hobby (DOB 06/16/75) of Loveland as a suspect.Hobby…
Published: Wed Sep 11, 2024 - 1:28pm
Department: Sheriff
As part of National Public Lands Day week (Sept. 24-28), the Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) is launching public tours of its newest open space at the former Heaven’s Door Ranch. LCDNR is pleased to announce that the open space will be called Canyon Edge Open Space, following the recent completion of a public naming…
Published: Tue Sep 10, 2024 - 10:55am
Department: Natural Resources
Ever wonder if there could be better ways to use energy more wisely? As part of Larimer County’s Climate Smart Future Ready Plan, we need your input to help us focus on energy solutions that benefit everyone in our community.How do we address the challenges of energy use, air quality, extreme weather and natural disasters? That’s where…
Published: Mon Sep 9, 2024 - 12:42pm
Department: Sustainability and Climate
The opinion letter for the Officer Involved Incident on August 20th, 2024 has been completed.To read the full letter please click HERE.
Published: Fri Sep 6, 2024 - 3:33pm
Department: District Attorney