Guest Column | From the Heart of a Volunteer
I began writing my food column for the Press Banner newspaper 13 years ago under the watchful eye of editor, Peter Burke. At that time, Peter’s grandmother was 90-plus years and still delivering Meals on Wheels for the seniors living in our beautiful valley....
Letters to the Editor, Oct. 21
Vote No on Measure T
Regarding this publication’s story on Measure T, please don’t be fooled by empty promises by Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District.
School parcel taxes can have a senior exemption, but state law makes no such provision for parcel taxes in general....
Plain Talk About Food | What Your Butcher Won’t Tell You
“Just the facts, ma’am. Just the facts.” —Sgt. Joe Friday, “Dragnet” series
Yesterday, my friend Tina left my house with her hands over both ears yelling, “Don’t tell me, I don’t wanna know!”
I had been grinding a chuck roast into hamburger meat when Tina came...
Letters to the Editor, Oct. 14
Smolley is the right choice for SLVWD
As environmental scientists, we are writing to support Mark Smolley for one of the open seats on the San Lorenzo Valley Water Board. Mark has extensive professional environmental protection experience that is relevant to SLV Water District projects....
The Mystery Behind Panko
While waiting at a stoplight on Glen Arbor Road in Ben Lomond I glanced over at the long row of lovely golden yellow daffodils gracing the side of the road.
Those daffodils have appeared each of the 18 years I have lived here announcing that...
Get Ready for Fall Color
The weather has been perfect for us to have great fall color this year. Because it’s been warm during the day and chilly at night I’m looking forward to the show. Many trees and shrubs are already showing color because they are stressed from...
News Briefs | Published July 4, 2025
Tree removal leads to temporary closure on Big Basin Highway
Caltrans will temporarily close a section of southbound Highway 236 (Big Basin Highway) left on...
