Pope Francis has agreed to convene a panel to advise the church about protecting children from sexual abuse and helping victims heal.Gregorio Borgia/Associated Press It remains to be seen if…
All Saints Anglican Church’s Advent sermon series in December by the Rev. Edward W. Fowler is called “The Prophet Isaiah’s Gospel of Peace.” Worship services take place at 10 a.m.…
Thomas Williams, once the public face of the Legion of Christ, left the priesthood after admitting he fathered a child. Today, he will marry the child’s mother, Elizabeth Lev. Lev…
75 years ago: “For about three weeks vehicle traffic will be detoured through north Durango and along the west side of the Animas River. The detour will be necessary because…
75 years ago: A classified advertisement read, “Wanted – A chance to prove to you our dry cleaning service is superior. Phone 315. Fashion Cleaners.” 50 years ago: “Greater convenience…
Today’s wide assortment of bourbon includes from left, Maker’s 46, Angels Envy, and Jefferson’s Reserve.Matthew Mead/Associated Press No doubt about it, bourbon is branching out. “The biggest thing right now…
Among cuisines, only French cooking has been distinguished as a national culinary tradition. Other picks by UNESCO for its World Heritage list, such as food from Mexico and Turkey, are…
75 years ago: The Kiva Theater was showing “The Citadel” from the novel by A.J. Cronin starring Robert Donat and Rosalind Russell. Billing read, “Without a doubt – our best…
75 years ago: An advertisement read: “Here is a good home! For sale: A modern, five-room home with bath, cellar and garage, completely furnished ready to move into located on…
A Durango Veterans Acupuncture Clinic will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays and from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at 635 East Fifth Ave. This is a free,…
Keeps people from getting sick, but doesn’t halt contagion
Key to this wireless system: Users get their tongue pierced with a magnetic stud that resembles jewelry and acts like a joystick, in hopes of offering them more mobility and…
75 years ago: “Ten young neighborhood playmates of Bobby Weller, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Weller enjoyed a grand celebration when they helped him observe his 13th birthday. Bringing…
(Prices were found online mid-November, but will vary by purchase date, retailer and model.) GoPro and power strip Brian Stacey, director of new product development for Tauck, the cruise and…
Only if your four-pawed family member can fly with you in the cabin, according to the Humane Society of the United States, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty…
She and Dana Ann Melancon traveled from Mississippi to San Francisco to get married in 2008. The wedding was all Czekala-Chatham hoped it would be, the Golden Gate Bridge in…
Cardinal Timothy Dolan, archbishop of New York, told NBC News that the church has been “out-marketed” on the issue by an array of people, including politicians. “We’ve been caricatured as…
This photo of the 1891 Durango High School graduating class appeared in the Oct. 28, 1988, paper.Special to the Herald 75 years ago: “Work on the new Highway 160 bridge…
Airport chaplains love excitement, unpredictability of this challenging job
Congregation Har Shalom, 2537 County Road 203, will host these programs: Jewish meditation will be held from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Dec. 7. A traditional Shabbat service with Torah reading…
75 years ago: “Electra Lake will be open to the general public for ice skating this winter. … Reports from the lake indicate that the ice is in fine condition…
75 years ago: “Folsom’s Pond, which is just around the bend on the Third Avenue road, is now ready for skating … while the pond and its care is now…
75 years ago: A classified advertisement read: “For sale or trade – Reg. Hereford bulls. Can be seen at Bayfield. H.F. Ludwig.” 50 years ago: The following appeared in the…
Tropical almond macaroons add a beachy touch to your holiday cookie repertoire.Matthew Mead/Associated Press Tropical Almond Macaroons Start to finish: 40 minutes Yield: Makes 60 cookies Ingredients: Two 8-ounce cans…
