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April 9, 2026

Candidate filing opens for Nov. election

During the Nov. 2 general election, not only will Californians elect a new governor, but residents of Santa Cruz County also will elect many local officials.

Ben Lomond dog walkers lose access to private road

It looks like the end of the road for dog walkers on Newell Creek Road in Ben Lomond.

News Briefs

Laird opens Scotts Valley campaign office

Local theater group gets ready to launch ‘Peter Pan’

It’s “Peter Pan” with a “Star Wars” twist and a Motown soundtrack.

Beer festival draws 1,000 hops lovers

The first Santa Cruz Hop ’N’ Barley Festival proved to be a success, drawing a crowd of more than 1,000 people who wanted to taste the wide array of beers on tap.

Lompico Water considers merger with SLV

After a year of shakeups and a strong recommendation by the county grand jury, the Lompico County Water District is exploring a way to merge with the neighboring San Lorenzo Valley Water District.

Business Notes

Grand opening deal at Redwood Canopy Tours

Felton native returns to Don Quixote’s

Felton native Alli Battaglia will make a return to her roots with a concert at Don Quixote’s International Music Hall at 8 p.m. July 24.

SmartMeter questioned in Scotts Valley

Pacific Gas and Electric Co.’s crusade to place SmartMeter devices at all California homes and businesses has been met with complaints of inaccurate billing issues and health risks across the state.

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Free well water testing program expands in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County Environmental Health has expanded its free well water testing program to cover 12 additional chemicals, giving residents more comprehensive information about...