Japan earthquake, tsunami causes damage in county
Gov. Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency in California, following swells that hit the state’s coastline on Friday, March 11. The currents, dubbed a tsunami by many, were caused by the 8.9-scale earthquake that struck Japan on Thursday, March 10.
Art boutique opens in Scotts Valley
Artists have found a new haven at Scotts Valley Artisans, a boutique showcasing the fine artwork of about 50 local artists in the Kings Village Shopping Center in Scotts Valley.
Robert M. Brumbaugh June 2, 1929 — March 2, 2011
An open house to honor the life of longtime San Lorenzo Valley resident Robert M. Brumbaugh will be in April in Ben Lomond.
Alternative high school to close at year’s end
In the face of declining enrollment and ever-increasing budgetary strains, the 2010-11 school year will be the final hurrah for White Oak High School in Ben Lomond.
County health officials: No radiation danger in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County health officials announced this afternoon that there is no danger, nor is there expected to be any danger in Santa Cruz from radiation related to Japan’s nuclear emergency.
Elected representatives visit valley
Well over 100 people filled the Highlands Park Senior Center in Ben Lomond on Sunday, March 6, as the 33rd annual general meeting of the Valley Women’s Club welcomed the San Lorenzo Valley’s county, state and federal representatives.
Central Coast Good Fire Fair returns Saturday to Henry Cowell Redwoods...
California State Parks will host the third Central Coast Good Fire Fair and demonstration burn Saturday, Oct. 10, at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
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