North County water districts explore consolidation
SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS—Today the San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) and Scotts Valley Water District (SVWD) announced their respective boards of directors will consider possibly consolidating the agencies’ operations in the future.
Boards from both water districts will learn more about the consolidation process when...
Scotts Valley Artisans to hold Halloween bash to support local art community
Much of the back section of the Kings Village Shopping Center will be abuzz on Saturday, Oct. 25, as art aficionados, craft connoisseurs, and libation lovers are invited to participate in Scotts Valley Artisans’ annual Halloween Sidewalk Festival and Auction.
Man killed in crash near Felton
A 45-year-old man died early Sunday morning when his vehicle careened off of Graham Hill Road near Felton and smashed onto a tree.
California Highway Patrol Officer Israel Murillo said the man, who has not been named, was driving a 2009 Nissan Altima north on...
Highway 9 businesses report pain from closure
Some downtown Felton business owners have felt the pinch of lost tourism traffic since Highway 9 closed just north of Santa Cruz.
News Briefs | Published Oct. 27, 2023
Annual Holiday Gift Shop opens Nov. 1
The Annual Holiday Gift Shop at Valley Churches United in Ben Lomond opens Nov. 1. The gift shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10am-4pm.
Amazingly talented volunteers have created an exquisite display, making this year’s gift shop an...
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,...
