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June 24, 2026

Donation makes science come alive

When Professor Gigglesnort started talking last week, the children in Barbara Martinez’s first-grade class fell silent as they listened to the sock-puppet’s explanation of the mass of several objects.

Election 2010: June 8 ballot takes shape

One county supervisor seat, a handful of statewide initiatives and the race for two Santa Cruz County Superior Court judgeships will highlight the June 8 gubernatorial primary election for voters in Bonny Doon, Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley.

Spaghetti feed for Haiti

San Lorenzo Valley students and the SLV Rotary Club are teaming up to host a benefit dinner to aid victims of the January 12 earthquake in Haiti.

Highway 9 delays expected Thursday

Caltrans announced today that drivers should prepare for delays of up to 15 minutes at the twin bridges in Ben Lomond on Thursday.

Home & Garden: Rhododendrons — spring showstoppers

Spring officially kicks off Saturday, March 20, and if you’re like me, every tree, shrub and perennial that starts to flower is an event. The subtle colors of winter are behind us. Bring on the colors of the rainbow.

Home & Garden: Bonsai bonanza

Boulder Creek resident Ron Anderson displays a San Jose juniper, one of his bonsai trees. The one pictured at top is in a full cascade style, “kengai,” and is about 25 to 30 years old.

Ben Lomond chief calls it quits

Ben Lomond fire Chief John Charcho announced this month that he is retiring from fire protection for a second time.

Zayante fire chief takes top position at Central

Zayante fire Chief Jeff Maxwell is leaving the Zayante Fire Protection District after a 10-year stint as the head of the agency where he got his start as a volunteer in 1980.

Home & Garden: A fresh look at a familiar space

Felton resident Michelle Takemoto takes a room or home and completely updates the feel — without buying anything new.

Home & Garden: Word on the street

We asked local residents: What are your spring cleaning plans?

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News Briefs | Published June 19, 2026

Candidate forums planned ahead of November election Santa Cruz County Clerk/Elections Department and local city clerks are inviting residents interested in running for office in...