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March 21, 2026

‘Matt & Ben’ brings Hollywood spoof to Santa Cruz stage

“Good Will Hunting” in 1997 made Ben Affleck and Matt Damon household names in the acting sphere. The Boston-based duo wrote and directed the...

Scotts Valley High School Parent Club hosts comedy fundraiser March 13

Scotts Valley High School Parent Club will host a one-man comedy show featuring Clay Hausmann on Friday, March 13, at The Landing in Scotts...

San Lorenzo Valley High School students bring ABBA-fueled ‘Mamma Mia!’ to stage

The irresistible music of ABBA and a story about love, identity and family are coming together onstage at San Lorenzo Valley High School, where...

‘Newsies’ hawk riveting storyline at The Landing in Scotts Valley

The “I want” song in “Newsies”—where the protagonist expresses what they’re after—is called “Santa Fe,” and in it, Jack Kelly sings about his desire...

San Lorenzo Valley Museum revisits area’s resort era in new exhibition

San Lorenzo Valley Museum is a destination for those who are interested in the progression of the San Lorenzo Valley from vacation spot to...

Fest within a fest: 4th annual Scotts Valley Hitchcock Festival to screen local short films

A 48-hour film competition begins tonight, helping kick off this year’s Scotts Valley Hitchcock Festival. Entry costs $10 per team, though it’s free for local...

Santa Cruz Burger Week plates up for 9th sizzling year

Santa Cruz Restaurant Week and Good Times, sister publication of the Press Banner, have announced the ninth annual Santa Cruz Burger Week: 12 days...

Santa Cruz Public Libraries receives $20K gift from Carnegie Corporation

Santa Cruz Public Libraries has received a $20,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York, the foundation established by Andrew Carnegie. The award is part...

Octogenarian proves age has no limit when setting new records

About 10 years ago, Philip Crawford, then 70, was part of a powerlifting team at the Scotts Valley Gym called the Baby Boomers. In January,...

Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County marks 50 years with Food From the Heart fundraiser

As Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County reaches its 50th year of serving older adults, the organization will celebrate the milestone with the...

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News Briefs | Published March 20, 2026

Top Dog Film Festival returns to Santa Cruz The beloved Top Dog Film Festival is back for another season, showcasing a new line-up of short...