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...
Today, Thursday, December 12, 2024, marks day 6617 days I’ve been working at The Mountain-Ear. During that time we have put 945 newspapers to print. This week is no exception. But I’m not here to talk about this week. Last week, the December 5...
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...
The idea of holiday shopping can be a stressful thing to some but living in the mountains, I find it quite delightful! I’ve not once had to go down into the hustle and bustle of the flats to find a gift. The most unique and special gifts I’ve...
PEAK TO PEAK – Well, this year the break between Turkey Days is really short. As soon as we finish the leftovers from Thanksgiving, we are right in the middle of the Christmas season, and we have to prepare that famous meal all over...
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...
NEDERLAND - As this season of being hyperaware of gratitude approaches I try to stop before saying out loud, “Gratitude, really?” This has not been an easy year. Sitting at the bedside of my teenage son for weeks listening to machines...
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,...
By this point, the Covid Pandemic, or at least the part of it that befell us from 2019-2023, has had some profound impacts---not least on this writer. The sign and oral announcement on London’s “Tube,” or subway, more or less sums it up:...
Dear Editor, I need to start by apologizing for not getting this request out last week. Things have been moving along so quickly. I would like to express my appreciation to everyone in our little...