Scotts Valley officials discuss wrongful death lawsuit
During the Aug. 4 council meeting, city of Scotts Valley officials met in closed session to consult with legal counsel about a New Year’s Eve suicide.
Elizabeth Caballero, the lawyer for surviving daughters Paige and Lindsey Smith, says 59-year-old Shari Smith would still be alive...
County to file complaints against PG&E for unpermitted timber harvesting, environmental damage
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY—The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously agreed to file a complaint with the California Public Utilities Commission against Pacific Gas and Electric Company for what officials say is unpermitted timber harvesting and other activity in the wake of...
Covid-19 outbreak linked to show at Felton Music Hall
At least four concertgoers have tested positive for the novel coronavirus after attending a Grateful Dead-themed performance in Felton, although none had to be hospitalized, Santa Cruz County health officials said Tuesday.
“That meets the definition of an outbreak,” said Santa Cruz County spokesperson Jason...
Scotts Valley’s Jeremy Kain wins 1,600 at state championship
Scotts Valley High School star distance runner Jeremy Kain continued his record-breaking season with a victory in the 1,600-meter run in 4 minutes, 10.91 seconds at June 26’s California State Track and Field Championships at Arcadia High School.
“It ranks probably as number one,” Kain...
Skypark set for needed facelift, could be open within weeks
It’s the place President George H. W. Bush landed in Marine One after the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, but it’s been largely closed over the past year.
But now, renovations have begun at Skypark, Scotts Valley’s main community green space, used for organized sports, family...
Local Duo Heads to Pop Warner Super Bowl
Thirteen-year-old Chase Petersen loves sports. Put him on a basketball court, a soccer pitch, baseball diamond or a football field, and the San Lorenzo Valley Middle School student shines brightly.
The straight-A student is going to take that energy and determination to Florida next month...
Law enforcement prioritizing education over pricey citations
By Todd Guild
Most counties throughout California have now imposed some version of stay-at-home orders, which consist of a series of requests and requirements by local leaders and are designed to slow the spread of Covid-19.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Dec. 3 said that new orders...
SLVUSD board ousts administrator
The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District (SLVUSD) won’t renew the contract of a senior administrator who’s facing accusations of child sex abuse in Solano County, relating to his time teaching and coaching swimming there in the 1990s.
On May 13, during a closed session,...
Winter storm’s bark so far worse than its bite
At 12:48pm on Sunday, the lights flickered momentarily at The Grove Cafe and Bakery in Felton.
“Uh, oh,” said a kitchen employee in a cheery voice, as patrons sipped on their $4.36 drip coffee and other items.
But the atmosphere of the restaurant barely skipped a...
Pro disc golfers tee off
Today, Friday, May 15, is the first day of the three-day Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup disc golf tournament at DeLaveaga Disc Golf course.
Cabrillo College launches recruitment for its next superintendent/president
Cabrillo College has begun recruiting for its next superintendent/president, inviting qualified candidates to apply for leadership of the college, recognized as one of California’s...