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April 11, 2026

Local hospitals limit visitation to reduce swine flu exposure

Children younger than 16 years old may not visit local hospitals during flu season this year, as a precaution to slow the spread of the H1N1 virus.

Felton murderer denied parole

Gregory Wayne Gunn of Lompico was denied parole during a hearing at Folsom State Prison last week.

Council grants Town Center developer new extension

The Scotts Valley City Council approved another extension for Town Center developer Stanbery Development this week — a reflection that the anticipated project is taking longer than expected.

Smoke in Scotts Valley caused by controlled burn

Heavy smoke from controlled burns at Wilder Ranch State Park drifted through Scotts Valley today, causing residents to wonder if there was a large fire in the are.

Colter White is free

Boulder Creek’s Colter White was released from prison today, after spending more than a month behind bars.

Hospitals limit visitations to reduce swine flu exposure

Children under 16-years-old are prohibited from visiting local hospitals during flu season this year as a precaution to slow the spread of the H1N1 virus.

Fire season closes, burn season opens

Cal Fire today announced that fire season in Santa Cruz County is over.

Trees toppled in October storm

With the heavily saturated soil unable to secure their roots, trees fell like matchsticks Tuesday, Oct. 13, as the first major storm of the season hit Santa Cruz County.

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Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

Scotts Valley woman turns 102

Beulah Sutton stands just under 5 feet tall, with flashing dark eyes and white hair swept off her face. With her 102nd birthday just around the corner on Sunday, Oct. 18, Sutton plans to have a celebration with her son, Dallas A. Sutton Jr., who lives in Felton.

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News Briefs | Published April 10, 2026

North County Dems host candidate endorsement forum The Democratic Club of North Santa Cruz County will host a Candidate Endorsement Forum for the upcoming June...