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Matthew Bennett

Matthew Bennett

A Louisiana native, Matthew has lived in Colorado since 2018 and has worked for several small town newspapers across the state. He is currently based in Loveland. His passion is covering local government and telling stories that matter to Colorado residents. In his free time, he enjoys playing music and watching LSU sports.

Recent Work by Matthew

Longmont Council Sends 310-Unit Residential Development Plan Into Annexation Review Process

Longmont Council Sends 310-Unit Residential Development Plan Into Annexation Review Process

A proposal to build 310 housing units along Quail Road will undergo further annexation review after concerns over housing density, traffic, and affordability were raised by the city council.
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Longmont’s Fourth of July Festivities to Return With a Bang

Longmont’s Fourth of July Festivities to Return With a Bang

Fireworks, a drone show, live music, and games are on tap for this year’s celebration.
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Firestone’s Wild Cider Open for the Season Under New Ownership

Firestone’s Wild Cider Open for the Season Under New Ownership

Wild Cider’s family-friendly cider garden opened for the 2025 season last month under new ownership. The new owners, who are local, don’t plan to reinvent the business — they want to build on its successes.
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Longmont City Council issues proclamation designating June 2025 as “LGBTQ+ Pride Month”

Longmont City Council issues proclamation designating June 2025 as “LGBTQ+ Pride Month”

Longmont Mayor Joan Peck read a proclamation at the June 3 city council meeting that designated this June as “LGBTQ+ Pride Month” in the city of Longmont. The Longmont Pride Festival is also scheduled for June 7.
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Longmont Mayor Joan Peck Will Not Run for Reelection

Longmont Mayor Joan Peck Will Not Run for Reelection

Peck said that she will not run for a third term this year, and that it’s time for a “younger generation to take over.”
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‘All About Pronouns!’ workshop coming to Longmont Library June 2

‘All About Pronouns!’ workshop coming to Longmont Library June 2

The free “All About Pronouns” event is geared toward adults and teens and will take place on Monday, June 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Longmont Library meeting rooms. The event will focus on teaching attendees about proper, respectful use of pronouns.
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Longmont’s Sunset Pool to Remain Closed Over Memorial Day Weekend Due to Mechanical Issues

Longmont’s Sunset Pool to Remain Closed Over Memorial Day Weekend Due to Mechanical Issues

Unexpected mechanical issues have delayed the opening of Sunset Pool, which usually opens on the Thursday or Friday before Memorial Day weekend. An opening date has not yet been announced.
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Longmont City Councilmember Susie Hidalgo-Fahring Pursues Longmont Mayoral Seat

Longmont City Councilmember Susie Hidalgo-Fahring Pursues Longmont Mayoral Seat

Hidalgo-Fahring, a Longmont City Councilmember, mayor pro tem, and third grade teacher, filed a candidate affidavit for mayor last month. If elected, she plans to prioritize housing, mental health, early childhood education, and safe transportation.
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Caller Claims to Have Shot At In-Flight Aircraft Near Vance Brand Airport

Caller Claims to Have Shot At In-Flight Aircraft Near Vance Brand Airport

An individual admitted to a Longmont city official that they allegedly shot at an aircraft near Longmont last week. No injuries or arrests have been reported and the investigation is ongoing.
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Shakeel Dalal Launches Campaign for Longmont Mayor, Prioritizing Small Businesses and Housing Affordability

Shakeel Dalal Launches Campaign for Longmont Mayor, Prioritizing Small Businesses and Housing Affordability

Dalal, a local housing advocate and aerospace professional, enters the 2025 mayoral race with a platform focused on supporting local businesses and expanding reasonably-priced housing options in Longmont.
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