The freedoms of summer directly correlate with a busy season in the emergency room at Children’s Hospital Colorado.
E-Devices Drive Summertime Surge at the ER
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Christie Gosch
March Against Gun Violence Brings Calls for Healing
Just days after a 14-year-old boy was fatally shot by another teen at the Montbello Recreation Center, community members gathered on East Colfax for a peace march marking National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Front Porch Updates
This month: Community Leaders Ask for Transparency; Denver Seeks Input on 20-Year Vision for Near Northeast Neighborhoods; End-of-Session Town Hall; A New Market Provides Fresh Locally Grown Produce and More; CatsOnly Veterinary Services Coming to Stanley Marketplace; Juneteenth Quilt Project; and Teacher of the Year Finalist from Northfield High School.
Northfield Athlete Creates Basketball Clinic for Immigrant Children
“I’ve been fortunate enough to have trainers, mentors, and high-level coaches that have helped me. I know that’s not the case with all kids,” Montoya said. “I just want to give back with something I’m personally good at.”
Central Park Family Helps Young Athlete Pursue a Soccer Dream
Andre Erickson was just 15 years old when he left California for Denver to join the Colorado Rapids Academy, a high-level training program designed to develop elite soccer talent. To help athletes relocate, the Rapids operate a homestay program that matches players with local host families.
Indie Prof: Casablanca and It Was Just an Accident
Considering the slow new movie season, I have a review of another film from the Best International Feature category at this year’s Oscars: “It Was Just an Accident”. And The Cube Cinema Series this month is the classic “Casablanca.”
Local Events: July through Early August
View/add events at FrontPorchNE.com/events. Submissions by the 15th will be considered for the upcoming month’s issue.
Bird Sightings: Swallows’ Nests
Here are examples of nests in which swallows raise their young.
What’s on Your Ballot?
Put in your address, pick the party you are registered with, and see what will be on your 2026 Primary Ballot – Election day is June 30.
DPS Weighs $44 Million Tax Proposal for Schools
At a series of six community meetings in May, Denver Public School officials sought public input on a proposed tax measure designed to address a growing gap in school funding.
Teen Creator Market Takes Over Stanley Marketplace
On a Saturday night in May, creators from throughout the area gathered at Stanley Marketplace to sell their work, from fluorescent jewelry and digital prints to buttercream-slathered cinnamon rolls, crocheted animals, and candles shaped like glasses of lemonade.
Front Page Design – Second Place Winner
