Metro’s budget woes could mean route changes
Bus riders in Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley could face cuts to service, route changes and fee hikes in the coming year as state transportation grapples with a drastically reduced budget.
State to reimburse county after October storms
The governor proclaimed a retroactive state of emergency in Santa Cruz County in response to severe October storms that caused mudslides, flooding and road damage totaling about $1 million.
A prayer and a present
Baymonte Christian School collected 361 plastic boxes full of hygienic supplies, toys and various toiletries that will travel around the world this holiday season as part of the
Boulder Creek house fire guts duplex
A house fire that gutted a duplex at 12560 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek this afternoon was deemed “under control” by firefighters at 2:40 p.m.
Black Friday not so big for local stores
Karen Diamond, owner of Virgo Rising in Felton, said Black Friday — the Friday after Thanksgiving and the busiest shopping day of the year — is often a nonevent for local stores.
Find your Thanksgiving feasting place
While most people have Thanksgiving dinner with the family at home, 10 percent of Americans will dine at a restaurant for the holiday, according to Forbes magazine.
Remember to stay safe while you shop
Here are a few tips from the Scotts Valley Police Department to help you avoid becoming the victim of a crime while you shop during this holiday season:
Local charities in need of a boost
In a year when economic woes have plagued the country and unemployment has hovered near 10 percent, the need in Santa Cruz County is as great as it has been in a long time.
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...