http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:08:26 -0700 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:44:40 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Halloween-and-Harvest-celebrations-in-Thornton?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner (AP Photo/Dean Fosdick)Looking for a safe, fun alternative to traditional trick-or-treating this weekend? Check out what’s going on in and around Thornton this week:Thursday, October 29Halloween at The Hop, 5-7 p.m. at The Hop in Thornton (clic... Thornton Events Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:44:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Halloween-and-Harvest-celebrations-in-Thornton?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Thorntons-annual-Trunk-or-Treat-is-Saturday-October-24?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner It's time to put on the costumes and lace up those walking shoes. The City of Thornton hosts its annual "Trunk or Treat" this Saturday, September 24 at the Multipurpose fields parking lot located at 108th and Colorado Blvd. The event... Thornton Events Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:51:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Thorntons-annual-Trunk-or-Treat-is-Saturday-October-24?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m9d4-Adams-12-schools-giving-teachers-parents-a-choice-in-Obama-speech?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner President Obama is scheduled to addressthe nation's schoolchildren on Tuesday,September 8 at 10 a.m. Mountain Time.  (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) President Obama’s back to school speech scheduled for Tuesday, September 8 is causing quite the... Local News Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:01:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m9d4-Adams-12-schools-giving-teachers-parents-a-choice-in-Obama-speech?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m8d29-Info-101-Where-can-I-find-a-gymnastics-school-in-Thornton?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)  If your child is interested in gymnastics, there are two top-notch gymnastics facilities in the Thornton/Northglenn area that cater to a wide range of ability levels. Whether you’re looking to introduce your tod... Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:17:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m8d29-Info-101-Where-can-I-find-a-gymnastics-school-in-Thornton?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m8d22-Polis-Perlmutter-answer-healthcare-questions-at-Thornton-housing-fair?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner Congressman Jared Polis (shown in file photo from April) met today with constituents outside the Carpenter Recreation Center in Thornton. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski). What was intended to be a housing fair at the Carpenter Recreation Cente... Local News Sat, 22 Aug 2009 22:22:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m8d22-Polis-Perlmutter-answer-healthcare-questions-at-Thornton-housing-fair?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Thornton-Recreation-to-host-free-open-house-Saturday?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner The City of Thornton will host a free Open House thisSaturday at the Recreation Center. In recognition of National Recreation and Parks Month, the City of Thornton will host its first-ever Open House on Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the... Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:46:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Thornton-Recreation-to-host-free-open-house-Saturday?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m7d8-Five-boredom-busters-in-and-around-Thornton?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner  It’s summer vacation and the kids are a little stir crazy.  If you’re looking for some new ideas for summertime fun, check out these venues for an active outing.1. Jump Street, 8225 North Valley Highway in Thornton (just southw... Family entertainment Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:28:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m7d8-Five-boredom-busters-in-and-around-Thornton?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Celebrate-Independence-Day-with-these-northmetro-area-4th-of-July-festivals?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner (AP Photo/Joseph Kaczmarek)  Independence Day is now less than one week away.  If you live in the north-metro Denver area, check out one of these city-sponsored 4th of July celebrations:City of Northglenn’s July 4th Family FestivalWh... 4th of July Sun, 28 Jun 2009 16:37:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Celebrate-Independence-Day-with-these-northmetro-area-4th-of-July-festivals?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d20-City-of-Thornton-to-help-residents-throw-parties-this-summer?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner The City of Thornton will provide free "block partykits" for Thornton residents this summer. Block parties are a great way to build community, meet neighbors and have a fun summer outing in your neighborhood.  The City of Thornton is ... Parties Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:03:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d20-City-of-Thornton-to-help-residents-throw-parties-this-summer?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d18-Wellknown-restauranteur-Dan-Tang-charged-in-federal-drug-case?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner Dan Tang, owner of Heaven Dragon Restaurant in Thornton  Since the mid-1980s, Heaven Dragon Chinese restaurant in Thornton has been a fan favorite.  Those who have grown up in the area know owner Dan Tang, 48, as a familiar face. &nbs... Local News Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:23:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d18-Wellknown-restauranteur-Dan-Tang-charged-in-federal-drug-case?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Thornton-Northglenn-host-free-summer-concerts-beginning-June-11?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner    One of my family’s favorite things to do in the summer is attend the many free concerts put on by the cities of Thornton and Northglenn. These events are free, open to the public and offer great music and entertainment for all age... Summer Concerts Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:44:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Thornton-Northglenn-host-free-summer-concerts-beginning-June-11?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Tornado-touches-down-near-Orchard-Town-Center-in-Broomfield?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner The tornado at 144th and I-25, as seen from 108th and Colorado Blvd inThornton. Photo courtesy of Donna Richter. Thornton, Brighton, and Broomfield residents all witnessed a tornado that touched down  at about 1:15 p.m. Sunday near the Orchard ... Local News Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:29:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Tornado-touches-down-near-Orchard-Town-Center-in-Broomfield?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Thornton-northmetro-Denver-summer-festivals-and-fairs?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner (AP Photo/Idaho Press-Tribune, Mike Vogt)Summer is in full swing in north-metro Denver and that means fairs and festivals throughout the area.  If you’re looking for some good old-fashioned fun, check out these north-metro area events:Mile... Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:06:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Thornton-northmetro-Denver-summer-festivals-and-fairs?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d28-Free-summer-movies-in-northmetro-Denver-mean-free-fun-for-families?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner (PR News Foto/Nickelodeon, Dreamworks)This summer, why not treat your stir crazy kids to a movie?  The best part?  It’s free! Several theaters and cities around town are offering free movies this summer.  Check out the list ... Free movies Movies in the Park Summer movies Thu, 28 May 2009 09:59:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d28-Free-summer-movies-in-northmetro-Denver-mean-free-fun-for-families?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d27-Thornton-schools-The-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner   AP Photo/Ben Margot According to the Great Schools website, the Adams 12 School District, which includes Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster and other areas in Adams County, received a five on the 10-point scale for overall d... Wed, 27 May 2009 13:41:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d27-Thornton-schools-The-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d27-City-of-Thornton-to-give-away-400000-to-lowincome-families?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner   The City of Thornton will be giving away $400,000 in free money to help with the cost of water bills.  It’s all part of the newly-established “Thornton Cares” initiative.Qualifying families will receive a one-time $225 ... Wed, 27 May 2009 10:25:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d27-City-of-Thornton-to-give-away-400000-to-lowincome-families?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d22-Memorial-Day-weekend-kicks-off-intensive-DUI-campaign-in-Denver-area?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner The Colorado State Patrol released a statement Thursday announcing its “100 Days of Heat” campaign for 2009, which officially kicks off over the Memorial Day weekend.  This program aims to greatly increase the number of sobriety chec... Fri, 22 May 2009 15:14:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d22-Memorial-Day-weekend-kicks-off-intensive-DUI-campaign-in-Denver-area?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Celebrate-International-Museum-Day-with-a-trip-to-the-WOW-Childrens-Museum?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner Inside the science room at the WOW Museum.Photo by: Becca StewartMonday marks the 32nd annual International Museum Day, a day created by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) to encourage awareness of the role of museums in the development of s... Sun, 17 May 2009 23:34:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Celebrate-International-Museum-Day-with-a-trip-to-the-WOW-Childrens-Museum?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d15-Thornton-to-host-annual-Thorontonfest-this-Saturday?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner  Thornton’s annual summer festival, Thorntonfest, will take place tomorrow May 16 at the Thornton Multipurpose Fields at 108th and Colorado Blvd.  Festivities take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.This year, the festival features a battle ... Fri, 15 May 2009 15:19:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d15-Thornton-to-host-annual-Thorontonfest-this-Saturday?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Thornton-creates-resolution-that-some-call-a-violation-of-free-speech?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner The Thornton City Council passed a resolution Tuesday night limiting the distribution of materials at city events by businesses and political candidates. According to the resolution, businesses and political candidates will only be allowed to hand ou... Thu, 14 May 2009 23:26:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6583-Thornton-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Thornton-creates-resolution-that-some-call-a-violation-of-free-speech?cid=exrss-Thornton-Examiner