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April 4, 2026

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.

For the love of guitar music

Felton resident Patti Maxine has had a longtime love affair with music that started humbly in Virginia and has since taken her all over the world.

Dispatch Log: Sheriff’s and police calls

Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office

Rockin’ again next weekend at Skypark

Music at Skypark returns for a second go-round next weekend, as the Scotts Valley Educational Foundation brings in a Bay Area band for a family show to support local schools.

Business Notes: Medical clinic’s 40 years

The Scotts Valley Medical Clinic will celebrate its 40th anniversary from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 30 at the clinic, 2980 El Rancho Drive, in Scotts Valley. The celebration is open to all, and Scotts Valley Mayor Randy Johnson will be a guest speaker.

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