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November 8, 2026

The Mountain Gardener | Fragrant Plants Are Blooming Now

I’m ready for spring. Those few warm spells have given me spring fever. Many plants blooming now are fragrant. Mother Nature encourages pollinators to find sweet nectar thereby ensuring plant propagation. What makes flowers fragrant anyway? Fragrance in flowers is nature's way of encouraging pollination....

Benefits of bodyweight training

Ashley LaMorte
By Ashley LaMorte As we bring in a new year, many of us set new goals for ourselves. Such as eating cleaner, or starting a weekly fitness routine to get in better shape. In order to make your new year changes stick and become a...

Dear Editor,

It was so great to see the Press Banner highlighting all the artists who are showed in the San LorenzoValley for Open Studios on October 3 and 4.

SLV Water District Education Projects

I was surprised to learn that until the election last October, the San Lorenzo Valley Water Board had been providing funding for educational projects, and I was surprised that a few community members were upset that our newly elected directors were practicing fiscal restraint and discontinuing that practice.

Letters and Shout-outs

Bravo to fireworks production crew

Why Have We Waited So Long?

This week I decided to cook one of my oldest and most labor-intensive desserts that took many trials and errors in the process of getting just right: Flambéed Crepe Suzettes. Now, this creation requires making the crepes and having on hand oranges, lemons, Grand...

Fitness | Balance Isn’t Just for Seniors

How’s your balance? Having good balance isn’t just for seniors. Stability is necessary at any age, maintaining good balance is critical for preventing falls and maintaining your independence for years to come. Falls can have serious consequences for most, but especially for older adults. For...

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News briefs

News Briefs | Published Nov. 6, 2026

Scotts Valley water supply returns to normal San Lorenzo Valley Water District has returned the Pasatiempo No. 5 well to service, allowing water quality in...