News Briefs

D.A. warns about mail solicitors
The Consumer Affairs Office of the Santa Cruz County District Attorney warns that county residents might receive mail solicitations that read “Get a copy of your Grant Deed for only $157.00.” The letter then claims that homeowners are at risk of losing their homes overnight.
The letter appears to be from a government agency, but it is not.
Consumer affairs warns residents to disregard the offer. Grant deeds are available for a few dollars from the county recorder’s office.
People are urged to talk with consumer affairs before responding to any questionable solicitations or billings.
For information: 454-2050
Cabrillo offers new $10K scholarship
The Cabrillo College Foundation is offering ten $10,000 scholarships to high-achieving students entering Career Technical Education.
The scholarships have been established by the Grove Foundation.
Eligible students must be highly motivated and must plan to begin one of the following CTE programs in the fall: accounting, construction and energy management, culinary arts and hospitality management, dental hygiene, digital media, early-childhood education, engineering technology, emergency medical technician training, fire technology, horticulture, human services, journalism, medical assistantship, nursing, radiologic technology, and welding.
Applications are due by Friday, May 28.
For information: Tootie Tzimbal, to******@ca******.edu
New gang resource website
In response to recent gang violence in Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Police Department has launched the first comprehensive gang resource website in the county. The site provides extensive information about gangs and how to prevent children from joining.
The website can be found by clicking the “Gang Resource Page” link at www.santacruzpolice.com.