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As a leukemia survivor who’s aware of his fragile immune system, 53-year-old David Dougherty doesn’t often risk heading out into public with his 50-year-old wife, Rebecca. Caring for an adult son with autism also makes a carefree night on the town an uncommon occurrence for...

A non-native invasive shothole borer beetle found along Zayante Creek south of Graham Hill Road in October has been identified as Euwallacea interjectus, a beetle originating from Southeast Asia. Prior U.S.-based identifications of Euwallacea interjectus have been restricted to states in the Southeastern part of...

This week, Scotts Valley City Council was set to give direction on more than $9 million in capital spending for fiscal year 2026-27, which was supported by the Planning Commission on May 14. The total amount of $9,426,650 includes $8,536,150 in “major capital projects” (related...

Museum Hero nominations being sought San Lorenzo Valley Historical Society, which owns and operates the San Lorenzo Valley Museum, is seeking nominations for its Museum Hero award as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. The organization, established in 1976 as the Boulder Creek Historical Society, will honor...

They’re an average of eight pounds, with distinct pink scales, and in this area, they’re officially endangered. Local coho salmon have declined more than 95% from their historic population level, according to the Center for Biological Diversity. The main culprit is the degradation of spawning...

Santa Cruz County is preparing to welcome the world as the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to North America, bringing communities together through a countywide celebration of soccer, culture, creativity and connection. Santa Cruz County will host a series of beach celebrations, tournaments, public art...

North County Dems host endorsement forum The Democratic Club of North Santa Cruz County will hold an endorsement forum for local candidates and ballot measures on the November election ballot on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The forum will include brief presentations and questions for Democratic candidates in...

One person is dead after a fire broke out in the Lockhart Gulch area of Scotts Valley last night. Around 9:30pm, Scotts Valley Fire Protection District firefighters were dispatched to the location, to check on a smoke report, and while en route, the call was...

Scotts Valley and Felton Farmers’ Markets launch 2025 seasons As spring unfolds, the Scotts Valley Farmers’ Market and Felton Farmers’ Market are preparing for their 2025 openings, bringing local flavors to their respective communities. The Scotts Valley Farmers’ Market will begin on May 3 at the...

A major maintenance paving project continues on Highway 9 between El Solyo Heights Drive in Felton and California Drive in Ben Lomond. Travelers on Highway 9 between Felton and Ben Lomond will encounter one-way reversing traffic control on Thursday, Jan. 9, and Friday, Jan. 10,...