County, air pollution district try to solve smoke problems locally
After four years of work to reduce the air pollution in the San Lorenzo Valley caused by smoke from wood-burning fireplaces, the Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollution Control District reports that it has not seen significant improvements to the air quality of the region.
Major decisions ahead in 2015 for SV Town Center project
As 2015 gets underway, Scotts Valley officials are hopeful that the city’s long-gestating Town Center project will continue to progress toward tangible results.
Reed named chief of staff to new San Jose mayor
On the first day of the New Year, Scotts Valley City Councilmember Jim Reed marked the beginning of his new day job — as Chief of Staff to San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo.
Fundraiser to support local mural artist in her final days
It’s been rough days for the family of longtime local painter, art instructor, and mural artist Cynthia Newberry.
Health and Fitness: Doctor opens Ben Lomond office in historic church building
A historic church might not be the first place that most doctors would choose to house their private practice, but Dr. Steven Leib is no ordinary physician.
News Briefs | Published Sept. 26, 2025
Music at Skypark wraps up 16th season this Sunday
The free outdoor Music at Skypark concert series concludes its 16th season this Sunday, Sept. 28,...