Local vets share stories before Independence Day
On July 4, 1776, America’s first Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, officially breaking the young country’s ties with Great Britain.
Brothers collecting used games to send to Kenya
There was a time when “Call of Duty: Black Ops,” “Forza Horizon” and “Halo 3” all got regular rotations in the Schneider brothers’ Xbox 360.
But by the time Andrew had turned 13 and Ethan hit 15 they’d moved on to newer games and other...
News Briefs | Published Nov. 1, 2024
Damians Ladder hosts fundraiser for home repairs
Damians Ladder, a nonprofit organization that assists seniors and the disabled in Santa Cruz County in making small home repairs, is presenting a “Fix It Handyman Fundraiser” from 5-8pm Sunday, Nov. 3, at the Moose Lodge, 2470 El...
Leslie Anne Eiriksson (Stirling): April 16, 1957 to June 13, 2013
A celebration of life will be held June 29 for lifelong San Lorenzo Valley resident Leslie Anne Eiriksson (Stirling) who died in Boulder Creek. She was 56.
Bank phone scam continues
The prolific phishing scam that hit the San Lorenzo Valley at the start of the month took a short break and then started up again Wednesday, Oct. 14, according to bank officials.
Home & Garden: Scotts Valley Water District announces return of rain barrel program
In the month of November, customers of the Scotts Valley Water District will once again be able to purchase 50-gallon Ivy Rain Barrels at a severely reduced price.
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...