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Scotts Valley Banshees win SVGS tourney after dramatic comeback

A real-life Hallmark movie unfolded for the Scotts Valley-based 10U Banshees recreational girls’ softball team at Siltanen Park last Wednesday evening. After losing their first...

San Lorenzo Valley teacher announces benefit ride for schools

A local teacher-turned-author is making good on a promise to his former students in southern California. Chuck Ross and his wife Jenn relocated to Scotts...

Santa Cruz County releases 2025-26 Proposed Budget

The County of Santa Cruz has released its Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26, outlining a comprehensive plan that balances fiscal responsibility with strategic...

Chamber gala honors Scotts Valley’s 2024 leaders

The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce last week took its supporters and benefactors on a Passport Around the World ride at its annual Community...

Hands and hearts mix at valley nonprofit charity

When it comes to making a positive difference in the lives of seniors and low-income households in Santa Cruz County, Damians Ladder is moving...

Scotts Valley delivers funds for specialized autism aid

Scotts Valley is leading the way as the first community in Santa Cruz County to become officially named an autistic-friendly local government. “The city as...

San Lorenzo Valley High School senior wins Congressional Art Competition

When it comes to her artistic talents, Claire Hamilton is a winner. Her recent piece of art, “Hearts at Rest,” won multiple awards at...

Mountain Community Theater’s ‘Curious Incident of the Dog’ play explores life’s complexities

Mountain Community Theater presents “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” a play by Simon Stephens—based on the novel by Mark Haddon—from...

Scotts Valley Police Department promotes bike safety in May

May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and Scotts Valley Police Department is urging everyone to prioritize bicyclist safety as warmer weather brings more riders...

News Briefs | Published May 9, 2025

Pitch In All Santa Cruz Cleanup Day returns May 10 Community members across Santa Cruz County are invited to take part in the second annual...

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Cal Fire firefighter looks at pile burn area

Despite high temps and pile-burning setbacks, fire officials aren’t worrying just yet

Scott Weese, a division chief with Cal Fire CZU, spends plenty of time pouring over forest-fuel-environment maps and briefing safety crews on weather conditions. The...