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April 2, 2026

Skilled wildlife photographer to support local organization

A Ben Lomond-based animal rescue and education organization will celebrate its 20th year with an Aug. 18 fundraiser featuring award-winning wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas.

Business notes

Bank, chamber to celebrate school library

Three weekend fires threaten Boulder Creek

Firefighters were busy last weekend as three fires, including one that burned seven acres in a rural part of Boulder Creek, struck the town last week.

National Night Out photos

Photos from the event held Aug. 7 at the Sheriff's Service Center in Felton.

Many open offices as elections approach

The filing period for candidates running for office in the Nov. 6 election ends next Friday, Aug. 10.

News briefs

Learn to make cheese in Boulder Creek

Local man to release CD

Ben Lomond harmonica player Harpin’ Jonny Troutner will release his second CD, “Harpster,” during a release party in Felton next weekend.

Dispatch Log

Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

Local NASA engineer wins invention prize

Dave Stewart’s Scotts Valley home is filled with awards and certificates that mark his achievements as a senior research scientist for NASA the past 53 years.

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Earthquake Stories: Experiencing fear and relief during a classic Californian phenomenon

The 4.6 magnitude earthquake that hit the San Lorenzo Valley, early Thursday morning, a little under a mile southeast of Boulder Creek, brought 24-year-old...