Tag: Public Transportation
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New Red Rocks shuttle aims to make outdoors accessible and mitigate traffic, organizers say
The late summer sun beamed down onto the Jefferson County Government Center – Golden Station platform Saturday afternoon as a few dozen county officials, city planners and Regional Transportation District board members gathered to celebrate the unveiling of a project years in the making. Displayed beside a small dark podium emblazoned with the silhouette of…
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Free Red Rocks shuttle rolls in 2026, but concerts won’t be serviced just yet
Next summer, outdoors enthusiasts and weekend warriors looking to get away from the city will finally be able to take public transportation to Red Rocks. But most concertgoers won’t be able to use it yet. After years of development and collaboration between several regional agencies and governments, a pilot shuttle service between the Regional Transportation…
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RTD Partnership Program includes buses to Red Rocks
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Those looking to travel to Red Rocks without the hassle of driving and parking may finally have an option on the way. The Regional Transportation District announced its third round of pilot funding as part of its Partnership Program on Monday. The government agency chose…
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Presidents Day closures around metro Denver
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Many metro Denver area workers will enjoy a long holiday weekend thanks to Presidents Day and the celebration of George Washington’s birthday. Most government offices and city agencies in the state will be shut down on Monday in observation of Presidents Day, a federal holiday. There will be no mail services that day, either. There…
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Christmas closures around metro Denver
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year — which means closures to the cities, counties, state offices and several businesses. Most government offices and city agencies will be closed on Wednesday in observance of Christmas, a federal holiday. All courts will also be closed, as well. For those still waiting for those last-minute gifts to arrive, mail…
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Thanksgiving closures around metro Denver
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The holiday season has officially arrived with Thanksgiving kicking off the season on Thursday. With the federal holiday comes a collection of closures and events throughout the state. Most government offices and city agencies in the state will shutdown on Thursday in observation of Thanksgiving and the day after, creating for a long weekend. All courts…
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Memorial Day closures and events around metro Denver
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The summer season kicks off this weekend with Memorial Day leading the way — a holiday set on Monday to celebrate veterans who gave their lives for the country. The national holiday comes with a plethora of closings and events. Most government agencies and buildings will…
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As crime in Denver soars, RTD finds itself in the frontlines
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The Lakewood Police Department described a disturbing scene that unfolded on Feb. 13 at a Regional Transportation District light rail station. Two teenage girls allegedly assaulted a man at the Wadsworth Boulevard light rail station, the police said. The teens seemingly attacked the man at random, holding him down, kicking him and calling him racial slurs,…
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Denver’s $152M light rail overhaul to cause traffic and transit headaches downtown
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Transportation officials on Wednesday announced a massive $152 million light rail reconstruction project in the heart of downtown Denver. The good news: The four-phase project will replace aging, 30-year-old infrastructure over the course of the next two years. The bad news: The construction will mean…
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RTD seeking public comment on recommended fare reductions
RTD is proposing fare changes in the final stage of its Fare Study and Equity Analysis and will hold upcoming public hearings for people to learn more and share their opinions. The fare changes include lower fares, simpler fare choices, more discounts and Zero Fare for Youth, according to RTD. The study overall comes in…