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January 24, 2026

Lompico County Water District under investigation by Grand Jury

The Santa Cruz County Grand Jury launched an investigation into the Lompico County Water District on Monday, asking for documents from the water company detailing its financial history and employment practices.

Prolific phishing scam hits SLV

Residents of the San Lorenzo Valley have been hounded with automated phone calls posing as Liberty Bank asking for credit card information and PIN numbers.

Prepare for fire with free classes

The 20th anniversary of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake is quickly approaching, but fire is still the primary disaster that valley residents face in the early fall, says Ray Soler, Felton fire disaster preparedness officer.

Wine, chocolate return to SV

Winemakers and chocolatiers will congregate in the Scotts Valley Community Center next weekend for the second-year Chocolate and Wine tasting festival.

Valley People: Scotts Valley doctor recognized by peers

Dr. David Hunter, a longtime resident of Scotts Valley, recently traveled to Huntington Beach, where he was honored for his work with CEPAmerica, the largest physician-owned emergency medical group in the U.S. 

New Briefs

Felton Library hours change

Cabrillo College rallies to free classmate

When Nancy Neiblas of Boulder Creek received a phone call from her son, Colter White, telling her he was in jail, she dropped the phone in shock.

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Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

In Ben Lomond, a ‘Twilight Zone’

Just in time for Halloween, the oft-mysterious and sometimes spooky happenings that took place in “The Twilight Zone” television series will take center stage in Ben Lomond.

A makeover for Garrahan Park

Garrahan Park will see a major upgrade with a new play structure, walking track and a small stage for outdoor concerts within a year if the Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District has its way.

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Scotts Valley declares emergency over sinkhole at key intersection

At a Special Meeting held on Jan. 16 in the middle of the day, Scotts Valley City Council voted unanimously to declare a State...