Christmas

Photos: Christmas trees meet the wood chipper

Brent Interpreter, left, and James Perotti, both with Durango Parks and Recreation forestry division, feed Christmas trees into the mulcher…

January 6, 2026

Local News

Photos: Another one for the pile

Matt Brandt of Durango tosses his Christmas tree – or Hanukkah bush as his family calls it, because his mother…

January 1, 2026

Associated Press

Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering

Pope Leo XIV waves after delivering the Urbi et Orbi (Latin for 'to the city and to the world' )…

December 25, 2025

Local News

Mercy Hospital staff donates 28 Christmas trees, gifts to families in need

brings warmth, joy to local families facing hardship

December 19, 2025

Local News

Photos: Gingerly made

Ally Hirt, 14, and her mom Jenny Hirt look over this year’s entries in the Animas Chocolate & Coffee Co.’s…

December 16, 2025

Gallery

Photos: Noel Night in downtown Durango

Zia Fadil and Rebekah Quayle have their picture taken with Santa during Noel Night in downtown Durango on Friday as…

December 5, 2025

Associated Press

Shoppers scoured for deals online on Cyber Monday and delivered strong sales for retailers

Shoppers browse for Black Friday deals at Atlantic Station outdoor mall, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, in Atlanta, Ga. (AP Photo/Megan…

December 1, 2025

Local First

Shop, eat and love local at Noel Night

Noel Night returns on Friday, inviting Durango to bundle up, stroll downtown and enjoy a beloved holiday tradition. Hosted by…

November 30, 2025

Gallery

Photos and video: Singing with Santa

Santa Claus arrives Friday during the Singing with Santa event at Buckley Park before making his way to the stage…

November 29, 2025

Local News

Photos: Durango Festival of Trees

The Festival of Trees & Wreaths is on display inside the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum. People can…

November 29, 2025

Local News

San Juan Mountains Association Christmas tree lot now open in Durango

fundraiser is scheduled to run through Dec. 22 – or while supplies last

November 28, 2025

Local News

80 free Polar Express tickets given to foster-adopt families

‘It's a treat for us,’ mom says

November 25, 2025

Community

Mancos toy swap draws strong turnout; leftover toys donated

Parents and guardians exchange toys

November 19, 2025

What's Up Downtown

Singing with Santa: Holiday history

Walsworth The Durango Business Improvement District is honored to hold the Singing with Santa event, which is always held on…

November 9, 2025

Southwest Life

SJMA’s Trees for Conservation celebrates 13 years

San Juan Mountains Association's Christmas Trees for Conservation tree lot opens Nov. 28. (Courtesy SJMA) Many are familiar with the…

November 7, 2025

Local News

‘It’s a stressful time … because we’re away from our families’ say Durango inmates on Christmas

Trustees at La Plata County Jail cook a special holiday meal

December 25, 2024

Local News

Manna in Durango readies 800 Christmas meals

to be served 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

December 24, 2024

Local News

A storm’s a-brewin’: Will it be a White Christmas in Durango?

arriving Wednesday could bring 6 inches to mountain passes

December 23, 2024

Regional News

Colorado clemencies include a public defender and many community volunteers

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis makes a point during a news conference after unveiling his balanced state budget proposal for fiscal…

December 21, 2024

Food

A festive taste of New Mexico

Just in time for Christmas are New Mexico’s state cookie, the classic and delicious biscochito. (Stephen Jiron/Durango Herald) Biscochitos are…

December 17, 2024

Religion

Christmas service schedule

Christmas is a time for celebration. Where will you be celebrating the holiday this year. (AdobeStock) Christmas Eve, Dec. 24…

December 13, 2024

Local News

Noel Night has roots in adversity; it has become a cherished Durango event

Founders wanted to help businesses while building community

December 6, 2024

Local News

Photos: Trees for a cause

Juan Mountains Association fundraiser

December 5, 2024

Local News

Durango boy’s dream to ride The Polar Express delayed by train derailment

4-year-old Ody Catsman is battling cystic fibrosis

December 5, 2024