Scotts Valley doc still focused on Haiti
In May, Dr. William Mears spent a week in Haiti working eight-hour medical shifts from a mobile clinic. Even though half a year has passed since the quake that left 1 million people displaced, Mears said, the country is still in shambles.
Pet Section: CAPE rescues aging and special needs dogs
The Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE) has a wonderful program dedicated to rescuing older dogs and those with special needs.
Remembering Annette Marcum
More than 500 people packed the halls of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Boulder Creek on a rainy Saturday, Feb. 8 afternoon to celebrate the life of San Lorenzo Valley icon Annette Marcum. Marcum, who founded the nonprofit aid organization Valley Churches United Missions in 1982, passed away in January at the age of 75 after a long illness. The celebration included musical selections, as well as speakers such as Supervisor Bruce McPherson and Bishop Richard Garcia.
News Briefs | Published April 24, 2026
Civil Grand Jury applications due soon
Santa Cruz County Superior Court is accepting applications for its Civil Grand Jury, a 19-member volunteer panel that reviews local government operations and issues recommendations to improve transparency, efficiency and accountability.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years...
A day in the movies
Ben Lomond local Scott Allen acted as an extra Feb. 11 during filming for the movie “Contagion,” set for October release.
Felton’s Cremer House brewpub off to a strong beginning
Anyone driving through downtown Felton after 5 p.m. would be hard-pressed to miss the bustle of activity in the newly opened Cremer House, as the long-awaited restaurant and brewpub opened to the public on Wednesday, Dec. 3.
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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