Press-Banner welcomes new reporter
On Monday, July 28, the Press-Banner welcomed reporter Patricia Sousa as the newest member of the publication's news staff.
Local businesspeople seek to restore park kiosk
Prior to 1993, the expanse of Felton land adjacent to the Covered Bridge was a mass of dirt, weeds and trash.
New Leaf chain sold to Portland company, local changes unlikely
New Leaf Community Markets, the local chain of eight grocery stores, is — as of Tuesday, Nov. 12 — a wholly owned subsidiary of New Seasons Market, a Portland, Ore.-based grocer.
Lompico, SLV to host joint merger meeting
The San Lorenzo Valley Water District and the Lompico County Water District boards of directors will hold a joint public workshop on Wednesday, Dec. 4 to address the proposed merger of the two districts.
‘Alice in Wonderland Jr.’ shows at middle school
The San Lorenzo Valley Middle School Performing Arts Academy will perform “Alice in Wonderland Jr.” for a second weekend December 13, 14 and 15.
Scotts Valley native finds success in commercial film
Wednesday, Dec. 18 marked something of a homecoming for Scotts Valley native Jared Cullen, as he found himself in his hometown shooting footage for an upcoming Hyundai commercial.
County health department urges flu vaccinations
If you are over the age of 6 months and haven't gotten your flu shot, do it now, say Santa Cruz County health officials.
Local spa owner publishes how-to book for at-home treatments
Looking for way to get a day at the spa, without leaving home? Then Melissa Stone Santangelo, owner of Balance Studio Spa in Felton, has got you covered.
SV City Council approves sales of recycled water outside city lines
At its Wednesday, Aug. 6 meeting, the Scotts Valley City Council approved the sale of recycled water outside the city limits by a 3-0 vote, with councilmembers Randy Johnson and Stephany Aguilar absent.
News Briefs | Published Aug. 29, 2025
Supervisor Martinez to speak to North County Dems
Fifth District Supervisor Monica Martinez will be the guest speaker for the Democratic Club of North Santa...