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Group Opposed to Thornton Pipeline Project Says They’ll Appeal Judge’s Ruling After Lawsuit Was Thrown Out

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Group Opposed to Thornton Pipeline Project Says They’ll Appeal Judge’s Ruling After Lawsuit Was Thrown Out

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DENVER A group of Larimer County residents opposed to a 70-mile pipeline project that will deliver Poudre River water to Thornton in the coming years said Monday night theyll appeal a district judges ruling after she dismissed their lawsuit last week.Save The Proudre had filed suit against the Larimer County Board of Commissioners in July of last year after the Board unanimously approved the final piece of the Thornton pipeline project just two …See the Story

Officer Who Shot, Killed Man in Thornton Neighborhood in 2024 Justified: District Attorney

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Officer Who Shot, Killed Man in Thornton Neighborhood in 2024 Justified: District Attorney

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DENVER (KDVR) — A Thornton Police Department officer who shot and killed a man in a residential area in October 2024 was deemed justified in his actions, the 17th Judicial District Attorney decided. Following an investigation, the DA concluded that the officer's actions were reasonable and justified as the suspect continued to pose a threat to the lives of police and residents in the area after refusing opportunities to surrender and firing at p…See the Story

Adams 12 approves $9M sale of surplus land near Eastlake Station - Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

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Adams 12 approves $9M sale of surplus land near Eastlake Station - Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

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After more than a decade of stops, starts and shifting market conditions, Adams 12 Five Star Schools is moving forward with the $9 million sale of 13.5 acres of surplus land just south of the district’s Educational Support Center in Thornton. The buyer, McWhinney Real Estate Services, is expected to develop the site into a mixed-use project consistent with the City of Thornton’s vision for the Eastlake light rail corridor. Though the deal won’t…See the Story

Thornton officially backs Westminster and other cities in their lawsuit against the state, Polis - Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

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The City of Thornton this week sent a clear message of support to six home rule cities suing the State of Colorado and Gov. Jared Polis for overstepping onto local land use policies. Westminster is one of the cities that is part of the lawsuit. The six cities claim that two bills passed in the 2024 Legislature violate the Colorado Constitution. The cities are seeking an injunction against the enforcement of the legislation as well as an executiv…Westminster · Thornton Read Article

Interstate 25 reopens in Thornton after fatal crash is cleared - Detroit Daily News

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Shoot Like A Girl to Visit Cabela’s in Thornton, Colorado for the 2025 Authentic Tour

ATHENS, Ala. – July 7, 2025 – SLG2, Inc., the outdoor industry’s leading experiential marketing company, will be making a stop with its Shoot Like A Girl experience at Cabela’s in Thornton, Colorado, on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. after a successful last stop in Post Falls, Idaho. This interactive event offers a welcoming and safe environment designed to introduce women and their families …Thornton, Colorado · Thornton Read Article

Gary L. Piehn, 77

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THORNTON — Gary Lee Piehn of Thornton, beloved husband of Julia “Julie” Ann (née Eastman) Piehn, passed away on June 30, 2025. He was 77 years old.Thornton, Colorado · Thornton Read Article

Another “Coupon Enthusiast” Pleads Guilty To Fraud

There’s nothing wrong with being a “coupon enthusiast,” as prosecutors described Melissa Apodaca of Thornton, Colorado. It’s when that enthusiasm crosses the line into criminal activity, that authorities take notice. Apodaca has become the second customer of an incarcerated coupon counterfeiter to plead guilty to criminal charges of her own. Prosecutors said Apodaca was among the top five customers of Lori Ann Talens. Back in 2021, Talens was co…Thornton, Colorado · Thornton Read Article

Colorado Alpenglow players named inaugural WUL All-Stars - Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

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For the first time, an All-Star showdown is set between the Western Ultimate League and the Premier Ultimate League during the 2025 United Frisbee Association Championship weekend. Three Colorado Alpenglow players are making the trip to Madison, Wisconsin, on Aug. 23 to represent the WUL. The Alpenglow is an ultimate frisbee team of women and nonbinary players that plays at the Pinnacle Athletic Complex in Thornton. Founded in 2022, the Alpenglo…Thornton, Colorado · Thornton Read Article

Thornton Police Vehicle Hit While Responding to Medical Emergency Call

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DENVER (KDVR) -- A Thornton police officer was injured Sunday afternoon when their vehicle was hit while they were responding to a medical emergency call, according to the Thornton Police Department. The crash happened near 104th Avenue and Washington Street and shut down westbound 104th Avenue, Thornton police said in a 2:15 p.m. Sunday post on X. CSP vehicle, highway worker hit by suspected DUI driver while working 6-car crash Preliminar…Police · Thornton See the Story

144th Avenue reopens in Thornton after fatal crash

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A section of East 144th Avenue was closed in Thornton after a crash Friday morning.Thornton, Colorado · Thornton See the Story