History in the Herald - The Durango Herald

Local churches putting belief into action

Faithful provide helping hands to those in need

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

More police patrols should curb boorish antics on Main Avenue

When entering town, signs declare a 25 mph speed limit and affirm the noise ordinance is enforced. Then there is a sign encouraging you to visit family-friendly historic Main Avenue. But, th...

DATE: Jun 7, 2014 | CATEGORY: Action Line

Trash rules inspire better-looking strategy to deter bears

BOULDER (AP) – The idea for CanShed was born from Google Earth images, but founder Mark Rushton is hoping for a boost from the many municipalities, including Boulder, that are implementing r...

DATE: Jun 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

For Durango veteran, D-Day aftermath proves unforgettable

Thirty days after the D-Day invasion in Normandy, France, Durango resident Pete Ferrari arrived to secure the bloody battlefield. Seventy years later, his memories of his gruesome experience...

DATE: Jun 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

More than just a glass of red, white or rosé

Mea culpa, also known as “confession time.” I have to admit that I pretty much only go to events if a) I have to go for Neighbors or b) a close friend is throwing a party. There...

DATE: Jun 6, 2014 | CATEGORY: Neighbors

D-Day

Marking the 70th anniversary of a decisive step in a historic triumph over tyranny

DATE: Jun 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Women’s Resource Center was busy in May

The Women’s Resource Center helps women through connecting them with organizations that provide basic needs, makes available legal help for family issues at a low rate and helps women start ...

DATE: Jun 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

French paragliders make unplanned stop in Durango

Wind wasn’t right as they headed for Mexican border

DATE: Jun 5, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

Who will take over the farm?

Challenges mount for those who inherit a business and young entrepreneurs

DATE: Jun 4, 2014 | CATEGORY: Good Earth

Solarize La Plata one away from meeting goal

When Solarize La Plata announced its campaign to install 100 solar photovoltaic systems to provide electricity to homes and businesses by the end of summer, there were some naysayers. ...

DATE: Jun 4, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

3,300 bottles of beer on the wall

Local drinking clubs popular with patrons and bars

DATE: Jun 3, 2014 | CATEGORY: Local News

And the West is History

100 years ago: “F. C. Ames, the undertaking man, is in the city on matters of pressing business. He says times are hard and people are too healthy.” 75 years ago: “Mr. and Mrs. W....

DATE: Jun 3, 2014 | CATEGORY: And the West is History