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Charles ‘Charlie’ Wheeler

A celebration of life is planned March 14 for longtime Boulder Creek resident Charles “Charlie” Wheeler, 62, who died Feb. 22 at his home.

Cal Fire: Unattended fire sparked Lockheed blaze

Cal Fire officials announced Feb. 26 that an unattended fire on a small private parcel of land on Lehi Road started the 8,000 acre Lockheed Fire last August.

Dispatch Log

Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

Hazards of winter in tree country

Santa Cruz County building inspector John Ondrejka tapes off the house on Nellie Lane in Boulder Creek after getting Wednesday's report of a fallen oak tree.

Breaking news: Felton man charged with girlfriend’s death

A Felton man was arrested for allegedly beating his girlfriend to death on Sunday night, Feb. 28.

Leland’s expands hot rod shop

Leland Dahill finally has room for all of his cars.

Ridin’ with the Wheeldude: The state of the electric vehicle

All electric vehicle manufacturers have pushed back their release dates. One of the most feasible, the Chevrolet Volt, has an estimated release date in early 2011, not late 2010, as was spoken of last year.

Law aims to beef up cell phone restrictions

Bicyclists who send text messages or talk without a headset might suffer the same consequences as drivers, as a new bill aims to strengthen California’s hands-free laws by hiking the penalties not just for those behind the wheel but also for those behind handlebars.

Budding business in Boulder Creek

Boulder Creek Collective owner Marc Whitehill is creating a storefront where local cannabis growers can make a living by serving the medical needs of the community.

Tips help keep older drivers safe on the road

Aging is inevitable, and it’s important to maintain safety while driving at every age. Below are several tips from the American Automotive Association to help drivers remain safe behind the wheel into their golden years.

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Cal Fire firefighter looks at pile burn area

Despite high temps and pile-burning setbacks, fire officials aren’t worrying just yet

Scott Weese, a division chief with Cal Fire CZU, spends plenty of time pouring over forest-fuel-environment maps and briefing safety crews on weather conditions. The...