Dear Editor, I keep hearing people "complain" that we don't have a "local" police department. As a full-time resident, I would like to praise the efforts that have been shown here by the Boulder County Sheriff's Office. They are trained far more...
Dear Editor, In the Republican frenzy to slash our government, control our reproductive lives, pass big tax cuts, cut the welfare state supports, and starve the federal government, they also want to de-regulate everything. What does that...
Dear Editor, Happy New Year Nederland Community! That means all of you, and I want to celebrate the very special community we collectively are. I want to give a special shout out to Dan and Susan Ball for showing us a beautiful example of...
Dear Editor, I was saddened to read of Sue Henry’s passing in this week’s paper. Sue was a treasure for the county, always willing to share her vast range of knowledge for the benefit of Gilpin...
Dear Editor, An old friend and I were reminiscing about the “good-ole-days” – varied topics and memories woven, without symmetry, covering the period beginning around 1952 when we were classmates in pre-first (now known as kindergarten), in the...
Dear Editor, We’re facing a dark and ominous time. Americans have handed unfettered power to a vengeful, deranged individual and his cronies. It seems that everything we treasure is under assault: they intend to hasten environmental collapse, to...
Dear Editor, I have appreciated reading Nederland Elementary Principal Caleb Melamed´s letters to the editor, thanking and praising Eldora for its support of Nederland kids with their winter skiing programs. I would like to reflect that it has...
Dear Editor, It is with a very heavy heart that I must announce that Mountain Paws Pet Care Fund is closing down. We have not found volunteers who are willing to help us to meet our purpose. The community has been very supportive of us...
Happy Holidays Peak to Peak readers, You have no doubt heard the saying "the squeaky wheel gets the grease," I guess that's me. The response from the community in the days before Thanksgiving was amazing. Thank you. With the quick turnaround...
Dear Editor, Last week, the seniors of Gilpin County were treated like royalty. The Ameristar Casino was the host for a wonderful holiday feast. The food was terrific, the desserts tasty, the staff cheerful and attentive. The vibe was welcoming...
Dear Editor, Nederland Middle Senior High School invites you to join in to support the PTA Fall Fundraiser as it's coming to a close. This fundraiser has it all with a competition between the Middle and High School for a Pizza and Ice Cream...
Dear Editor, As the dust settles on our 2024 season, we extend a heartfelt thank you to the entire Nederland Farmers Market community for making this our most successful season yet. This was our 9th market season, and it surpassed all...
Dear Editor, If Nederland is not capable, or, will not fund its own police department, how is it possible - or sensible - for it to even remotely fantasize of buying Eldora Ski Resort? The concept of Nederland even considering a possible ski...
Dear Community, You are cordially invited to join the Allenspark Community Church in our seasonal services to celebrate the birth of the Christ child. The log church, located at 16 Washington Street in Allenspark, will be...
Dear Editor, While the 2025 summer ozone season is half a year away, the Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) is launching two programs to help curb emissions ahead of next summer. A new vehicle repair program provides no-cost repairs to help...
Dear Editor, Thank you for publishing the Prologue of my book, Bear Hugs, in the latest issue of your great newspaper. Yes, I did camp out in Antarctica. All the trips described in my book were real-life experiences. I loved the first trip to...
Dear Editor, On Saturday, November 16, I was at the piano recital at the Nederland Community Center starring all of Jack Gafney’s students; including my daughter. It was super positive and super fun to see all the talent and courage in our...
Dear Editor, The Watershed Center, a leader in watershed protection and restoration in Boulder County, is proud to announce its ambitious slate of 2025 river restoration projects. These initiatives, focusing on North St. Vrain Creek, South St....
Dear Editor, As a concerned scientist, I’m addressing Governor Polis’s new-found stance on vaccination "freedom." Polis’s support for "freedom" from vaccination requirements totally misses the point of these programs. Which is not to force adults...
Dear Editor, Residents should commend the Gilpin County Commissioners for the recent report on the negative impact that sexually oriented businesses would have on our community. A key concern is the increase in criminal activity, including theft,...