Central 70 Makes the “Mile High Shift”

The Central 70 Project celebrated a major milestone at the end of May when it opened up a new two-mile stretch of I-70 that is 30 feet below ground level. The new section, from Colorado to Brighton Blvds. is considered the “crown jewel” of the entire 10-mile highway reconstruction project.
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Health & Wellness

Suncor Permit Renewal Worries Neighbors

In recent weeks, environmental advocacy groups and concerned neighbors have called on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and their subsidiary the Air Pollution Control Division (APCD) to deny one of Suncor Energy’s operating permits.
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State Issues

State Budget and School Funding Recover Quickly from Pandemic

The Colorado Legislature, usually in session from January until May, started late and may run until June 12, the last day it can be in session this year. The Front Porch will have a wrap-up of bills passed this year in the July issue.
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Denver News

Zoo’s State-of-the-Art Hospital Opens to the Public

The world-class Denver Zoo now has a world-class, state-of-the-art animal hospital to treat the animals that live within its walls. And the visiting public now has a front row seat to watch as veterinarians conduct examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
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Events

June & July 4th Events

At last! Public events are back! View and add local events FREE at FrontPorchNE.com/events.
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Schools/Education

2021 Grad Parade

The Central Park community celebrated 2021 graduates with a car parade on May 16 that featured approximately 300 participants from multiple schools.
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Schools/Education

NE SchoolChoice Outcomes

According to DPS, 83% of transitioning students took part in SchoolChoice and 89% were placed in their number-one choice.
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Indie Prof

The Indie Prof: “My Octopus Teacher” and “The Farewell”

This month I review two films—one an Oscar winner, and another that should be mandatory viewing.
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News Updates

…NE News Updates

1) NE Hotel Purchase Will House Denver’s Homeless; 2) Survey on the Future of Park Hill Golf Course; 3) Montview Plaza; 4) New Biz(s) in E. 29th Ave Town Center: Indian Food and Doughnuts; 5) DPS Purchase of Johnson & Wales Bldgs.
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Letter to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

1) As doctors the choice is easy. We’ll vaccinate our children, and you should too. 2) District Attorney Beth McCann: Study on “Racial Disparities in Prosecutorial Outcomes” is moving DAs to find ways to improve our system.
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Summer Camp Guide

2021 Summer Camp Guide

Find more info on these and other camps that get added as plans are finalized. From now through the summer, check FrontPorchNE.com/events/ and filter for “Summer Camp Guide.”
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Health & Wellness

Have you been close to confirmed Covid-19 cases? A map and an app will show you.

Covid-19 Colorado outbreak map and upcoming app will show if you've been near confirmed cases.
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Health & Wellness

COVID-19 VACCINE CALL LINE

On Jan. 25, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment launched a new call center for the public to ask questions specifically about the COVID-19 vaccine.
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