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Boulder Creek feline rescue organization continues life-saving mission

January 9, 2026

Ben Lomond history talk returns with new stories at Park Hall

Santa Cruz Museum presents inaugural 5 Minute Film Fest

Damians Ladder marks 500th home repair, expands impact across county

In his final act as mayor, Timm presides over approval of Scotts Valley Town Center Specific Plan and EIR

Invasion of the giant squid

January 1, 2010

Like a horror show picture, giant squid seem to be invading the coast. From Fort Bragg to Monterey, giant Humboldt squid have shown up in massive numbers.

New Year’s resolutions for gardeners

January 1, 2010

It’s that time of year to make New Year’s resolutions, or at least consider some lofty goals for 2010.

Your Health: Start new year with healthy resolutions

December 23, 2009

As we prepare to leave the old year behind and greet the New Year, I would like to propose the following health-related resolutions:

The Mountain Gardener: A gardener’s 12 days of Christmas

December 23, 2009

Here is a Christmas carol medley written especially for readers here in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Off Hours: Privacy protection not easy to come by in digital world

December 23, 2009

I had to call on my friend, Dave The Destroyer, the other day. In spite of up-to-date antivirus protection for my computer, a Trojan horse slipped through.

Dear Santa…

December 17, 2009

The Press Banner invited local residents to share their letters to Santa. Here is a sampling.

The Wine Lover: Give some thought to how you store wine

December 17, 2009

Storing wine correctly is important, even for those who never keep a bottle of wine in the house for more than a week or two. A variety of dos and don’ts will ensure that your wine stays good until you’re ready to drink it.

New Faces

December 17, 2009

• Finn Whittaker Lonsdale was born to Megan and Patrick Lonsdale of Ben Lomond at 11:13 a.m. Sept. 4, 2009, at home. He weighed 9 pounds, 2 ounces.

Year of Firsts: Dad’s visit sheds light on mountain living

December 17, 2009

When my dad flew out for Thanksgiving, I couldn’t wait to show him my new home in the Santa Cruz Mountains. He couldn’t wait to buy me a chain saw! So began a new phase in our father-daughter relationship.

The Mountain Gardener: Simple steps can protect from cold snaps

December 17, 2009

Frozen flakes of rich, yellow ginkgo leaves at the base of my trees wasn’t what I had in mind when I wrote last week’s column. I watched them land with a soft thud on the frosty ground this morning.

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Boulder Creek feline rescue organization continues life-saving mission

Ben Lomond history talk returns with new stories at Park Hall

Santa Cruz Museum presents inaugural 5 Minute Film Fest

Damians Ladder marks 500th home repair, expands impact across county

In his final act as mayor, Timm presides over approval of Scotts Valley Town Center Specific Plan and EIR

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