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November 5, 2025

Special districts brace for state borrowing

It’s been more than a month since the California Legislature approved a bill to suspend Proposition 1A, a 2004 voter-approved measure that protects property tax money dedicated to counties.

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Assemblyman Monning tackles local environmental concerns

In a show of community commitment on a sunny Saturday afternoon, residents convened at a town hall meeting to create a link between local issues and state government representation with Assemblyman Bill Monning.

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Scotts Valley likely to face major cuts

The city of Scotts Valley is scrambling for ways to cut its budget by at least $400,000 as furloughs and layoffs inch closer in the current economic climate.

Paving delays traffic in Bonny Doon this week

Drivers in Bonny Doon can expect traffic delays of up to ½ hour on Pine Flat Road from the lower intersection of Bonny Doon Road to 2400 Pine Flat Road as new asphalt and concrete pavement is placed this week.

Another fire-hydrant hit in Scotts Valley

For the second time in just over a month, a car hit a fire hydrant on Mt. Hermon Road today.

Slideshow: Liberty Bank celebrates birthday

Liberty Bank had a big crowd for its 20th anniversary party last week at its Boulder Creek branch.

Mark Stone named to California Coastal Commission

Mark Stone, Santa Cruz County Fifth District supervisor and Scotts Valley resident, was appointed today to the California Coastal Commission.

Bonny Doon survives fire; no houses burned

By Thursday of this week, the Lockheed Fire had burned 7,364 acres north and west of Bonny Doon, but not a single home was damaged by the weeklong blaze — though two outbuildings were, and one was destroyed.

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News Briefs | Published Oct. 31, 2025

Community Bridges WIC remains open during government shutdown  Community Bridges Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program remains fully funded and operational ensuring continued support for...