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April 2, 2026

Roads from valley to Bonny Doon to be resurfaced

Bonny Doon residents should soon enjoy smoother drives, as the Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works recently announced work to repair damaged roadways up the mountain.

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Red Cross volunteer helps storm victims

Fair proceeds mean $30K for valley organizations

The haul for June’s Redwood Mountain Faire resulted in a strong benefit for theSan LorenzoValleyorganizations and groups who worked at the fair this year.

Ben Lomond boy arrested for felony DUI

A 16-year-old boy was arrested on charges of felony driving under the influence of alcohol after crashing a sports car on East Zayante Road in Felton early Saturday morning.

Around town: Tuesday morning bocce

The Tuesday morning Scotts Valley Senior Center Bocce League was in full swing this morning.

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.

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Caltrans changes speed limits on portion of Highway 17

Caltrans announced March 18 that speed limits will change on a 0.74-mile segment along Highway 17 in Santa Cruz County, following a recent engineering...