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Fatal crash reported on southbound Highway 17

January 28, 2026

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Boulder Creek Reindeer Run marks biggest year yet with record turnout

January 23, 2026

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Short plays deliver big stories in 8 Tens @ 8 theater fest

January 23, 2026

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Scotts Valley declares emergency over sinkhole at key intersection

January 22, 2026

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Overnight traffic control on Highway 9 in Felton begins Tuesday

January 16, 2026

Fatal crash reported on southbound Highway 17

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A 60-year-old Moss Landing man was killed in a crash on southbound State Route 17, authorities said. California Highway Patrol officers responded at about 3:35pm...

SLV girls hoops takes down Harbor to snap losing streak | Weeklys Sports Roundup

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San Lorenzo Valley High sophomore Gigi Montellato and freshman Avery Avilla each recorded a double-double as the Cougars defeated Harbor, 55-40, in Santa Cruz...

Boulder Creek Reindeer Run marks biggest year yet with record turnout

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On Christmas Eve morning, as dawn broke over Boulder Creek and the last gusts of a fierce winter storm gave way to calm skies,...

The Mountain Gardener | The Magic of Planting Edibles from Bare Root

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A visit to any of our local nurseries at this time of year is like a visit to the candy store for a gardener....

Short plays deliver big stories in 8 Tens @ 8 theater fest

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Each January brings a feeling of fresh motivation to Santa Cruz. While local residents attempt to adhere to their New Year’s resolutions by joining...

Fitness | Fall Prevention: Balance Matters at Any Age

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When we think of “Fall Prevention,” generally we emphasize the senior population (age 65-plus), but that’s not the only age group we should be...

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The Mountain Gardener | The Magic of Planting Edibles from Bare Root

January 23, 2026

A visit to any of our local nurseries at this time of year is like a visit to the candy store for a gardener. There are so many exciting edibles available now and this is the time to get yours. How lucky am I that I get to recommend...