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September 30, 2025

McClish found guilty of double murder

More than five years after the crime, Michael McClish has been found guilty of the murder of Joanna “Asha” Veil and her unborn child. The trial by jury lasted nearly eight weeks, and the jury spent more than a week deliberating the charges.

James P. Gothrup Nov. 29, 1917 — Nov. 14, 2011

A memorial service will be held in Felton on Jan. 7 for James P. Gothrup, a longtime valley resident.

Windstorm ravages valleys

Clear skies and severe winds meant destruction last week in Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley.

Doors open at San Lorenzo Valley school library

Five years of campaigning, planning and construction reached fruition Monday, Dec. 5, as the ribbons were cut to open the two-level library for the middle and high school students of the San Lorenzo Valley.

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Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

Ben Lomond man found guilty of murder

Michael McClish, today, was found guilty for the murder of Joanna “Asha” Veil and her unborn child in 2006.

SLV schools closed for second day

School has been cancelled for a second-consecutive day in the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School district.

Suspects apprehended in valley burglaries

Two brothers were recently arrested on suspicion of committing at least 19 home burglaries, many in the San Lorenzo Valley, from March through November.

Scotts Valley to light Christmas tree this weekend

The annual Scotts Valley Christmas Tree Lighting Festival will take place at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Scotts Valley Community Center, 360 Kings Village Road.

Scenic trail network workshops to take place this month

Residents are invited to workshops this month to give input on a county-wide scenic trail network that is planned for Santa Cruz County.

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News Briefs | Published Sept. 26, 2025

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