Ben Lomond dog grooming salon opens next month
When Ben Lomond-bred Erica Costella noticed the marijuana shopkeepers vacating their space next to Henry’s Automotive and Masood’s Liquor & Deli recently, she sprang into action.
“They just closed down and got their stuff out one day,” she said. “I saw they were moving all...
Iconic ice cream, food truck businesses change hands
LaLi Kates, founder of both Food Trucks A Go Go and Aunt LaLi’s Treats, a leader in the food truck industry, has announced the successful sale of the businesses to Josh Swart.
The acquisition marks a significant milestone for all involved parties and presents exciting...
Strictly Business | Opposite of East
I am perpetually on the lookout for fresh insights and novel viewpoints for local businesses whose products and services command our attention and investment.
I listen for businesses that triumph over trials and offer ways to further brand and develop my business and yours. The...
First Saison Cellar & Wine Bar to open in Scotts Valley this month
First-of-its-kind Saison Cellar & Wine Bar will launch to the public with a grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 26.
Local winemaker and Saison Hospitality Co-Founder and Beverage Director Mark Bright invites the Santa Cruz County community to celebrate his new Scotts Valley wine bar and...
Strictly Business | Embrace the Charm: Saturdays on the Deck
Vacations are meant to be filled with adventure, curiosity and pure enjoyment. We all have ideas of how to spend our holiday time, but there’s something special about strolling along the main streets of downtown areas anywhere in the world. It’s a chance to...
Strictly Business | AI in Small-Town America: A 3-Part Series
In today’s fast-paced world, the term AI is buzzing everywhere. Curiosity about AI and its various tools has led me to explore how AI, ChatGPT and other AI technologies might benefit our Valley’s business owners and industries (myself included).
I would like to share some...
Strictly Business | A Tapestry of Art, Wine & Cheer
Uniting a community in colorful celebration is no small task.
It takes a community of hard workers, creative spirits and fun-seeking individuals to weave the tapestry of the upcoming Art, Wine & Beer Festival in Scotts Valley. For years, this event has brought families, dog...
Boulder Creek Business Association to host inaugural Community Planning Event
When it comes to piecing together events to enrich the community of Boulder Creek, few folks do it better than Karen Edwards. As the president of the Boulder Creek Business Association Board of Directors, Edwards has the drive, resilience and connections needed to gather...
Shirli McLaughlin’s final chapter: Friends remember community-building Ben Lomond shopkeeper
When I first stepped foot inside the Third Hand Store in Ben Lomond, a Canadian tasked with covering the quirky and community-oriented Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley region for a traditional print newspaper, I was hoping to find some threads to suit the...
Irish Eyes Beauty marks 40th anniversary with party
As Deborah Parcel flipped through scrapbooks of Press Banner clippings—from before the Valley Press and Scotts Valley Banner joined forces—she beamed with joy.
And that gratitude emanated from her cheery face as she took to the microphone March 21 to thank that evening crowd for...
Paddy Smith Park blooms with new garden at Santa Cruz County...
The beautiful Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds are growing even more beautiful thanks to a colorful landscaping project at Paddy Smith Park.
Jeff Rosendale, with Sierra...