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February 12, 2026

LAFCO examines governance solutions for Felton Fire Protection District

Santa Cruz LAFCO (Local Agency Formation Commission) directed staff on June 4 to conduct an analysis of all possible governance options for consideration and...

Concert series returns for 16th season this Sunday at Skypark in Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley’s beloved outdoor concert series, “Music at Skypark,” is back for its 16th season, promising lively music, community gathering and support for local...

$1.4M settlement in child sex abuse suit involving former SLVUSD admin

On July 2, Melissa Chowning, the woman who accused former San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District administrator Ned Hearn of sexually abusing her as...

Santa Cruz County celebrates 100th Firewise USA community

The Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County has announced that West Bonny Doon Road in Bonny Doon has been officially recognized as the...

Scotts Valley police plan increased DUI patrols, checkpoints

As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, Scotts Valley Police Department is reminding everyone to prioritize safety on...

Scotts Valley Fire District promotes Collins to fire marshal

Scotts Valley Fire Protection District has announced the promotion of Deputy Fire Marshal Erin Collins to the position of fire marshal, effective June 21. Collins...

Ceremony set for Miller Property County Park welcome area

County of Santa Cruz Department of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services, former District 5 Supervisor Bruce McPherson and current District 5 Supervisor Monica...

News Briefs | Published Aug. 15, 2025

BLM to celebrate grand opening of Cotoni-Coast Dairies Bureau of Land Management is inviting the public to the grand opening of the Cotoni-Coast Dairies onshore...

Former SJPD officers shine at USPC powerlifting competition in Scotts Valley

Two retired San Jose Police Department officers demonstrated their strength and competitive spirit at the USPC Powerlifting Federation’s national event on July 19. Former SJPD...

Weekend fires quelled before they could hurt structures and cows nearby

On Sunday afternoon, inmate firefighters battled flames that spread to just over 2 acres alongside their counterparts with Santa Cruz County, Cal Fire, Central...

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Caltrans sets lower speed limits along Highway 9

Caltrans will lower speed limits on several segments of Highway 9 in Santa Cruz County following a recent engineering and traffic survey of an...