Let’s go fishin’: Huge salmon swim into the Harbor
Large salmon returning to the Santa Cruz Harbor have created quite a stir! The scene has created a frenzy at times, as anglers try their luck at catching salmon swimming along the banks of the harbor. The north end of the harbor has drawn most of the attention. Some unsporting behavior has resulted in increased rules to keep the situation a positive one.
Valley Neighbors: Local swimmer recalls Olympic glory
“My two sisters and I always wanted to swim, but I never dreamed that one day I’d be standing on top of the Olympic podium with the gold medal around my neck,” said Linda McGuire of Santa Cruz. “I felt overwhelmed with gratitude for my teammates, friends and coach—but especially for my dad. What he gave me was far better than gold.”
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Sustainable Living: Catching rain for the summer drought
This was an unusual summer in San Lorenzo Valley, with respect to weather, especially if you consider how few tomatoes ripened in people’s backyards. Usually it’s hot and dry — drought conditions, to be exact.
Rec district moves into spring mode
Spring has sprung, and along with it the arrival of new spring programs at Boulder Creek Recreation. The spring program guide is online at www.bcrpd.org and includes weekend art class, preschool programs, break dancing, youth basketball, crafts, capoeira, line dance, Jazzercise, qigong, Zumba, yoga, scrapbooking and much more. For information, contact District Manager Hallie Greene at [email protected].
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
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