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April 23, 2026

Valley Churches short on turkeys, food for holidays

With less than two weeks until Thanksgiving Day, Valley Churches United Missions is short on turkeys and other food items needed for the organizations annual giveaway to those in need.

Felton artist opens home display gallery

Lovers of watercolors in the San Lorenzo Valley have a new place to shop for fine art as local painter Nancy Riedell recently opened her home studio to the public last week.

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SV native produces fourth season of web series

Twenty years ago, Kristina Harris graduated from Scotts Valley Middle School as student body president. These days she produces, stars in and directs a web video series titled “Math Warriors” that premiered its fourth season on November 5.

A whirring of wings and whistles

If you hear a pleasant whistling sound above your head, and the flapping of six or seven pairs of wings on a quiet day in the San Lorenzo Valley or Scotts Valley, it might just be Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Cinderella making their way home.

SVPD welcomes new hires to the force

In recent years, the Scotts Valley Police Department has found itself somewhat shorthanded, as several officers and sworn staff have left for other positions or outright retirement.

Burger 9 reopens with revamped name, dining area

Burger 9 in Boulder Creek has adjusted its name (slightly) and held a grand reopening on Halloween. 

Chiropractor celebrates 20 years of practice

Ben Lomond chiropractor Jeanne Hofvendahl is celebrating her 20thyear in the San Lorenzo Valley as a practicing chiropractor.

Local theaters premiere winter shows

As the holidays approach, local theaters, in Scotts Valley, Ben Lomond and Santa Cruz prepare to bring theater to the community with winter performances.

Tuesday fire slows traffic on Highway 17

A small wildland fire along Highway 17 snarled northbound traffic on the busy highway through Scotts Valley this morning.

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News Briefs | Published April 17, 2026

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