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October 5, 2025

Emily Espenshade Clark: May 20, 1915 — Aug. 3, 2012

A celebration of life will be planned for a later date to commemorate the life of Emily Clark, who died Aug. 3 at her home in Scotts Valley. She was 97.

Donald R. Higgins: Aug. 3, 1943 — Aug. 14, 2012

Known for his Stetson hat and cowboy boots, longtime Ben Lomond resident Donald R. Higgins died with family by his side in Santa Cruz. He was 69.

Team building on the deep

Teachers and staff members from San Lorenzo Valley High School took part in a unique team-building exercise this week to prepare for students’ return to school.

Schools: Measure K saves jobs

As the new school year kicks off next week, the four schools of the Scotts Valley Unified School District will welcome back not only their students, but also six teachers whose jobs could have been lost to budget cuts.

Dispatch Log

Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

Wendy’s to pour last Frosty in Scotts Valley

After nearly 20 years in operation, the Wendy’s restaurant on Scotts Valley Drive will close its doors Friday, Aug. 24.

Maureen Cooney Kennelly: Aug. 26, 1932 — Aug. 20, 2012

A Mass and celebration of life are planned Saturday, Aug. 25, to honor longtime Boulder Creek resident Maureen Kennelly, who died near her family and friends at the age of 79.

Business association to be revived in Ben Lomond

After years of seeing the businesses of Felton and Boulder Creek support their communities and one another via collective participation in annual events and mixers, Ben Lomond is getting in on the act.

Julie Mackie: Sept. 1, 1943 — July 22, 2012

A memorial ceremony and potluck to celebrate the life of Julie Mackie, a San Lorenzo Valley artist and Valley Women’s Club member, will be Sept. 1 in Ben Lomond.

News briefs

Ben Lomond history show set for Park Hall

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Sandwich shop owner appointed to Scotts Valley Council

As Greg Wimp, the owner of multiple area Togo’s sandwich shop locations, stepped up Oct. 1 to address Scotts Valley City Council about why...