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Love of sewing patterns leads to world-class collection

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. – If a costume designer wanted to re-create a World War I era wraparound dress, a 1940s zoot suit or even a bodice from 1875, the sewing patterns are in Rhode Island. ...

DATE: Dec 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

The stakes were high for George Michael’s solo career. Then ‘Faith’ changed everything.

The pressure is always intense when a singer goes solo, but for George Michael, the stakes were sky-high. Michael, who died on Christmas Day at age 53, was only 23 when he announced the spli...

DATE: Dec 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Music

Snow sculptures on display at Purgatory Resort

Snow sculptures by a variety of artists will be on display in the Plaza at Purgatory Resort through Thursday. Artists will create their pieces as passers-by watch and may even sha...

DATE: Dec 26, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Carrie Fisher reportedly suffers heart attack on plane

Actress Carrie Fisher suffered a major cardiac episode while on a flight from London to Los Angeles on Friday, and has been rushed to the hospital, according to multiple reports. ...

DATE: Dec 23, 2016 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

What are you doing New Year’s Eve?

A guide to where to find the parties

DATE: Dec 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Arts and Entertainment

The best TV episodes of 2016, from ‘Black Mirror’ to ‘SNL’

Late-night TV hosts have cast 2016 as a downright apocalyptic year, but for television, it was actually pretty great. Here are our picks for the best TV episodes of the year. “...

DATE: Dec 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Hollywood heavyweights give ‘Sing’ a boost

The animated comedy “Sing” has one big thing going for it: movie stars playing singing animals. There’s a second appeal if you follow such television shows as “The Voice” and “American Idol....

DATE: Dec 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Arts in Embassies picks local photographer’s work

Durango photographer Chris Marona’s photograph “Riders on the Edge of Night” has been chosen to be included in the U.S. Arts in Embassies program conducted by the U.S. State Department as pa...

DATE: Dec 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Visual Arts

Movies playing in Durango Dec. 23-29

Animas City Theatre (128 E. College Drive, 799-2281, www.animascitytheatre.com) The Eagle Huntress (128 E. College Drive, 799-2281, www.animascitytheatre.com)Aisholpan, a 13-year-ol...

DATE: Dec 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Sci-fi drama ‘Passengers’ is narratively over-plotted and ethically underbaked

In “Passengers,” Chris Pratt plays a man who, while in suspended animation during a 120-year commercial space mission to a faraway colony planet, is mistakenly awakened mid-trip. Adrift and ...

DATE: Dec 20, 2016 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Review: ‘Rogue One’ isn’t the engaging Star Wars story you’re looking for

When it comes to the original Star Wars trilogy, there is a strong argument to be made that “The Empire Strikes Back” is the best film. It’s also the darkest, with the Luke Skywalker, Han So...

DATE: Dec 17, 2016 | CATEGORY: Film, TV and Streaming

Happy hints for Santa

Books for Reading and Snuggling

DATE: Dec 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.