Fatal crash on Highway 17 shuts down roadway
An early-morning accident involving a big-rig truck on northbound Highway 17 left one person dead and several others with serious injuries Thursday morning.
Felton native eyes the big time as stand-up comic
Stand-up comic and Felton native Ian Harris is returning to his roots this month as he celebrates the premiere of his first hour-long comedy special with a live performance in Santa Cruz.
Mountain lion pelt stolen from Henry Cowell
The Visitor Center at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park has been teaching guests about local wildlife for years, with many exhibits and a hands-on learning center where people can actually feel the fur of the local animals.
Restored locomotive returns to its native tracks
A little bit of local history rolled into town on Wednesday, July 9, as a steam locomotive that began its long life in Davenport more than 100 years ago returned to the rails in Santa Cruz County when it rolled from an oversized flatbed truck onto the tracks at Roaring Camp Railroads.
Business is sweet for rapidly expanding Cutesy Cupcakes
While many businesses, large and small, are closing in our tight economy, Scotts Valley-based Cutesy Cupcakes is not only surviving — the locally owned and operated bakery is rapidly expanding.
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,...
