Foundation aims to rally community to pay for parks’ operations
Faced with the state’s plan to shut down about 70 state parks throughout California, groups are scrambling for ways to generate funding to keep them open before July 1, when the parks are set to close.
Supervisors race too close to call
The 5th District Santa Cruz County Supervisor seat was still up for grabs Wednesday, June 6, as none of the four candidates had garnered enough votes Tuesday, June 5, to be declared the outright winner.
Election: SV fire board candidates share focus on balanced budget
Four candidates have lined up to run for three seats on the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board, a race that will be decided in the Nov. 6 general election.
Rain, new sidewalk delay Bean Creek construction
Heavy January and early February rains have slowed construction of bike lanes and a sidewalk on Bean Creek Road in Scotts Valley, pushing the completion date back.
Crisis line seeks volunteers to prevent suicide
Suicide has long been a taboo topic, but recent statistics have sparked a push to place it at the forefront of local and national discussion.
Budget-cut deck seems stacked against seniors
Some of California’s most vulnerable seniors are on the front lines of the recession — in danger of losing services and safety nets, including those that keep them out of high-cost assisted-living facilities.
Man arrested in river rock vandalism case
One man has been arrested after a rash of rock-throwing vandalism that has harassed homeowners and businesses for more than six months.
Dawgs finds a home in Scotts Valley
The first hot dog and sausage shop in Scotts Valley has found a home on Scotts Valley Drive.
Senior center welcomes new coordinator
Folks hoping to enjoy the Scotts Valley Senior Center need look no further than Lori Barone, who recently started her new job as senior recreation coordinator with Scotts Valley’s recreation department.
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...