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Boston suburb raised $20K after town officials shut down boy’s ice cream stand

A Massachusetts boy whose ice cream stand was shut down has become a minor celebrity after several businesses took up his campaign to raise money for charity.

The 'tail' behind the dogs at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children

To help families feel more at home while receiving care at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, there are two dogs eager to greet them.

Colorado girls inspired to play rugby after USA's historic Olympics medal win

The excitement of USA’s women’s rugby players winning their first Olympic bronze medal is inspiring girls across the Front Range to learn the skills of the sport.

Colorado's quilt museum showcases intricately sewn masterpieces

Quilting has evolved, from bed coverings to spectacular art. At the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, these intricately sewn masterpieces are being studied and admired.

Father biking 4,600 miles to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities

Ronald McDonald House Charities is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and one man is on a mission to bike coast to coast following his own family's experience staying in one of the houses.

Your incredible photos of the Pikes Peak Regional Airshow in Colorado Springs

The Pikes Peak Airshow in Colorado Springs wrapped up Sunday after thrilling attendees with outstanding performances by U.S. Air Force parachuters, aerobatic flying, and the Navy’s Blue Angels.

Bus driver's quick-thinking saves 14 children after school bus catches fire

An Aurora bus driver is being hailed a hero after he safely evacuated 14 children off of a burning school bus Wednesday afternoon.

Bobcats adorably steal golf balls from a Colorado course in must-see photos

A photographer in the “right place at the right time” captured a series of incredible images of bobcat kittens playing with golf balls near the fairway of a Colorado golf course.

Residents excited for return of boat regatta at Centennial retirement community

Sun, water, gambling, and fashion. It might sound like a day in Monaco but it’s the scene around the swimming pool at the Holly Creek Retirement Community in Centennial.

New, fuzzy team members help out on the trails near Leadville

The US Forest Service is recruiting some fluffy friends to help maintain its public trails. Llamas have joined the team, helping carry heavy equipment up and down the steep, mountain paths.

Youth volunteers bring the Olympics to Littleton memory care facility

In honor of the 2024 Paris Olympics, youth volunteers brought the Olympic games to a Littleton memory care facility.

Denver's Washington Park turns 125 on Aug. 7

A beloved Denver park is celebrating a milestone on Wednesday. For almost 125 years, Washington Park — or Wash Park — has meant many things to many people.
Nearly 300 animals return home after evacuation orders lifted for Quarry Fire

Nearly 300 animals were able to return home after all mandatory evacuation orders were lifted for the Quarry Fire on Tuesday.

HitStreak 14U softball team from Centennial holds food drive for church pantry

The HitStreak 14U softball team from Centennial recently held a food drive for St. Elizabeth's Pantry at Pax Christi Church in Highlands Ranch.

Special Olympics coach making a difference in young athletes' lives

Year-round sports training wouldn't be possible without volunteers stepping up to coach the children. Enter, John Larchick.

Bald eagle, mountain goats and marmot gather for ‘once in a lifetime’ photos

A Colorado photographer captured what he calls a “once in a lifetime” series of snapshots Thursday atop Mount Blue Sky.

Ushering in an Everyday Hero at the famous Chautauqua auditorium

The grounds of the Colorado Chautauqua have more than 100 years of history on them. When visitors come, they can meet standout volunteer Regina Bock.

Despite puzzling hip dysplasia diagnosis, Colo. girl continues to beat the odds

Doctors across multiple disciplines somehow missed perhaps the most important test for Alexis Swain: a pelvic X-ray, which would have revealed severe hip dysplasia. She is now beating the odds.

CO Red Lobster finds 'extremely rare' orange lobster, donates it to aquarium

Denver’s Downtown Aquarium is now the owner of an “extremely rare” orange lobster after the crustacean’s life was spared by a southern Colorado chain restaurant.

Free money? Estes Park visitors greeted with unexpected gift from the mayor

The Town of Estes Park has been going through a lot of construction in the past year and a half. The mayor wanted to get involved by personally thanking visitors for enduring the traffic.

Black Canyon of the Gunnison SAR awarded grant after fallen climber rescue

After a bold rescue of a fallen climber last fall, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Search and Rescue team was awarded $25,000 this week to support their efforts to help people in an emergency.

'Chase your dreams': Colorado girl on the success of her lemonade business

An ice cold lemonade sounds refreshing, right? Denver7 met a local 12-year-old entrepreneur who is hoping to keep people cool with a unique twist on a summertime staple.

Watch the cute moment a baby sees her Denver7 reporter mom on TV for first time

An adorable video of a baby seeing her mom – Denver7 sports reporter Bradey King – on television for the first time has racked up more than 10 million views on social media.

Kidney donation bonds two Colorado best friends

Kelsey Anderson, 34, and Colin Giglio, 37, practically grew up together. Their friendship was put to the test a few years ago when Giglio shared some big news.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado receive significant award

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado is celebrating a significant award that recognizes its commitment to matching kids in the community with mentors.

'I told you I'd get emotional': Colo. kidney donor, recipient meet for 1st time

It all started on social media. Ed Silberman needed a kidney. Dave Heal offered to help. For three years after the transplant surgery, they never met — until an emotional get-together this week.

Up, up, and away! Rocket Science class at MSU Denver generates interest in STEM

Metropolitan State University of Denver hosted middle school students over the summer in a series of day camps, as part of MSU’s Summer Science Institute.

T-Rexcellent discovery: Kids' amazing find on display at Denver museum

A new exhibit called Teen Rex opened Friday at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, showcasing a juvenile T-rex found by three kids in the badlands of North Dakota.

Colorado man heads to World Triathlon Championships, thanks to Denver7 Gives

With your donations, Denver7 Gives was able to raise over $3,000 to cover Ben Bernier's flight to Australia for the World Triathlon Championships and cost of transporting his bicycle overseas.

Denver organization giving away free haircuts to those experiencing homelessness

Cesar Pulido founded The Give Back, an organization that helps those experiencing homelessness. Volunteers hand out deodorant and other hygiene products, but their main service is free haircuts.

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