Program brings out kids’ musical talents
In an iPod-wielding generation, Lizz Anderson wants to make sure children learn that someone is creating the music that comes from their headphones or boom box.
Proud to be an American
Under a bright blue sky with the train whistle echoing through Roaring Camp Railroads, 108 people from 27 countries raised their right arms and solemnly repeated the oath that made them citizens of the United States.
Scotts Valley High School drinking scrutinized by grand jury
An investigation by the Santa Cruz County civil grand jury into alcohol use by Scotts Valley High School students recommended that the district foster more alcohol and drug intervention, rather than rely on a strict zero-tolerance policy.
Bonny Doon hires new principal
The Bonny Doon Elementary School District has found a replacement for much-loved Principal and Superintendent Gail Levine, who retired this year amid health concerns.
Sponsors sought for county bus shelters
With all money for capital projects seized by the state for the next five years, the Santa Cruz County Metropolitan Trabsut District may look for sponsorships to erect bus shelters in San Lorenzo Valley, according to district General Manager Les White.
Scully named to county fire board
Tom Scully is looking for ideas to improve fire service in Bonny Doon and Davenport.
Highway 236 open for Fourth of July weekend
Highway 236 in Boulder Creek will be open for the Fourth of July weekend as Caltrans engineers take a break from repairing a major slip-out on the rural highway.
City initiates foreclosure of Target property
Scotts Valley has authorized its attorney to begin the foreclosure process on the 17½-acre parcel slated for a 143,000-square-foot Target store on La Madrona Drive.
New Scotts Valley Council members look forward to making their mark
After first-place finisher Donna Lind, the incumbent for Scotts Valley City Council, local voters selected Steve Clark—a retired law enforcer, known for volunteering around...