Tag: New Year’s Eve
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Denver police arrest teen suspect in fatal New Year’s Eve hit-and-run
Denver police arrested an 18-year-old man Wednesday suspected of hitting and killing a pedestrian on Federal Boulevard in the final hour of 2025. Raul Villa Martinez faces charges of leaving the scene of a crash after he allegedly hit and killed a pedestrian crossing south Federal Boulevard outside of a marked crosswalk, according to social…
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New year, newborn: Colorado’s New Year’s baby arrives just after midnight
Just moments after the fireworks died down and the champagne stopped pouring, the Denver metro welcomed its first baby of 2026. Eliza was born at AdventHealth Castle Rock at 12:21 a.m. Thursday morning, making her the likely first baby born in the area on the first day of the year, according to a news release…
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The fizzy journey of Champagne
Did you know that the tradition of spraying athletes with Champagne actually got its start on a racing track in France? It’s true. In 1967, after American driver Dan Gurney stepped to the winner’s podium after completing the grueling 24-hour Le Mans at Circuit de la Sarthe, France, he shook a large bottle of Champagne…
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Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond
Each Thursday, explore Denver’s essential weekend events curated by The Denver Gazette. Dive into cultural experiences and entertainment delights across the city. Whether you enjoy art galleries, pottery, or outdoor sports, there’s something for everyone in Denver’s vibrant cultural scene. To submit an event for consideration, email listings@gazette.com. THURSDAY-NEW YEAR’S EVE So many holiday light shows…
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Molson Coors offers free RTD rides on New Year’s Eve
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Need a ride home after New Year’s Eve holiday celebrations? Molson Coors Beverage Co., in collaboration with the Regional Transportation District, is offering “Zero Fare New Year’s Eve” free rides on RTD’s transit system. “To ensure that those celebrating in Denver have a reliable ride, we are excited to activate the Free Rides program once…
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Denver man arrested in connection to shooting that left 1 dead, 1 injured
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Editor’s note: The Denver Office of the Medical Examiner identified the victim as 42-year-old Mario Rivera. The cause of death was a gunshot wound and the manner of death is considered a homicide. Police arrested a suspect following a New Year’s Eve shooting that left one victim dead and another seriously injured in Denver’s Harvey…
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1 killed, 1 injured in Westminster apartment shooting
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An altercation on Monday evening led to the death of one Westminster man and the injury of another following a shooting at the Hidden Lake Apartments complex. Officers responded to a shooting report at the complex at 3800 West 68th Avenue around 8:30 p.m. on Monday, according to a press release by the Westminster Police…
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Denver faces abundance of traffic, closures for New Year’s
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Those attempting to head downtown on New Year’s Eve should be wary. A collection of celebrations and events may hold Denver traffic to a standstill. New Year’s Eve falls on a Sunday this year, landing in line with a few sporting events in the city,…
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Weekend things to do around Denver and beyond:
NEW YEAR’S EVE So many ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve all around Denver. But the perfect ending, and beginning, is the traditional downtown New Year’s Eve Fireworks over the crowds on the 16th Street Mall. Two shows, 9 p.m. and midnight. Viewing near the middle of downtown near Curtis Street. No need to worry about…
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State to begin increased DUI enforcement Tuesday for New Year’s Eve celebrations
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save State officials will begin the final heightened DUI enforcement period of the year Tuesday to discourage impaired drinking during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol and 89 local law enforcement agencies will increase patrols and DUI checkpoints throughout the…