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Aspen Skiing Co. cleared in patroller's death

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:55:04 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - A federal agency's investigation into the death of a longtime Snowmass ski patroller in December has cleared the Aspen Skiing Co. of any wrongdoing.

Construction permits soaring in Aspen

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:49:24 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Construction is rebounding in Aspen, with city-issued permits reaching their highest level since 2008.

Aspen tries keeping higher flows in Roaring Fork

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:05:04 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Aspen is testing a plan to ensure sufficient flows in the Roaring Fork River by reducing the amount of water the city diverts from the stream.

Paraglider injured in crash on Aspen Mountain

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:13:17 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - An Aspen man involved in a paragliding accident has been airlifted to Denver after he crashed on Aspen Mountain shortly after take-off.

Pitkin County ranch sells for $41 million

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:53:34 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - One the most expensive real estate deals in Pitkin County's history has closed with the $41 million sale of the Jigsaw Ranch on the backside of Aspen Mountain after it was broken up into two parcels.

Traveling doctors to fill void at Aspen hospital

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 09:49:14 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Traveling doctors are being asked to fill a void at Aspen Valley Hospital while Dr. Bill Rodman finds a surgeon to replace Dr. John Schultz, who was fired last month.

Forest Service considers Maroon Lake bike fee

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:26:38 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - The U.S. Forest Service is being urged to charge a fee for cyclists riding to Maroon Lake.

After bear sightings, campers told to secure food

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 03:16:06 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - The White River National Forest is ordering campers to properly secure food and trash at some recreation sites to keep bears away.

The Aspen Times wins access to records from Basalt

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 21:53:23 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - A judge has ordered the town of Basalt to release numerous records to The Aspen Times regarding former Police Chief Roderick O'Connor's departure.

Aspen set to launch public bike sharing program

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 12:40:34 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - A bike sharing program is set to roll out in Aspen this week.

Man found in Basalt irrigation ditch identified

Tue, 28 May 2013 20:42:14 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Basalt police and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation are investigating the death of a man who was found in an irrigation ditch.

For some, holiday weekend means more skiing

Sat, 25 May 2013 05:40:03 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Aspen Mountain's peak is back open for more skiing and snowboarding over Memorial Day weekend.

Independence Pass opens for season

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:03:45 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Independence Pass is open to traffic for the season.

Legal battle continues over Burnt Mountain

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:52:04 -0400

SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colorado - An environmental organization that unsuccessfully tried to prevent Aspen Skiing Co. from thinning trees on a portion of Burnt Mountain last year is back in court to try to bar any potential for chairlifts or grooming on property adjacent to Snowmass.

Aspen councilmen consider daycare fingerprints

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:31:18 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - The Aspen City Council is considering installing a fingerprint-scanning security system at a city-owned daycare center for visitors, staff and parents, but officials are worried children might be emotionally scarred by the experience.

Top of Aspen Mountain to reopen for holiday skiing

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:19:23 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - Aspen Skiing Co. is reopening the top of Aspen Mountain for skiing and snowboarding this Memorial Day weekend, after getting some late spring snow.

Aspen wants to ease housing for seasonal workers

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:23:05 -0400

ASPEN, Colorado - A proposal aimed at freeing up space in Aspen and Pitkin County's affordable-housing program for seasonal workers is making progress.