Press Banner adds two new employees
Two new people have joined the Press Banner in advertising and customer service.
Blind dog rescued after 8 days in the woods
The off-duty firefighter could have sworn Sage was dead.
Community celebrates Bob Roninger’s 100th birthday
If it were possible to gather all the people and families that Bob Roninger has helped in Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley into a single place, it would probably require a stadium the size of Levi Stadium in Santa Clara.
First years of Highway 9 route had mudslides
The cavalcade left downtown Santa Cruz precisely at noon on May Day 1868. The wagon of the Cornet Band led the way, rousing the citizens in carriages and on horseback with a variety of patriotic strains and lively airs. The celebration marked the opening of the San Lorenzo Road, forerunner of Highway 9.
Scotts Valley author pens new thriller
From her sprawling ranch-style home not far from Lockewood Lane in Scotts Valley, novelist Christine Z. Mason beckons readers who enjoy intricate plotting, fascinating characters and an exciting story.
Scotts Valley’s Snow Man is in demand
Selling snow to Eskimos would cause most people to work up a pretty good sweat.
Try the benefits of yoga
Tired of living with chronic aches and pains, low energy, insomnia, and other stress-related symptoms? Finding the right yoga class, and practicing yoga regularly, could bring relief.
1890 rains washed out the San Lorenzo Valley
When the rain began to fall on Thursday night, Jan. 23, 1890, the annual rainfall total at Boulder Creek had already passed the two-yard mark. The storms had started on Oct. 7 and would continue, seemingly unabated, until the following May, leaving behind a staggering 125 inches of water.
PAL football needs volunteers
The Santa Cruz County Police Activities League (SCCPAL) is looking for volunteers who are passionate about youth football to help in their upcoming season.
Winter homeless shelters
Winter weather can be especially dangerous for homeless individuals and families.
Community Traffic Safety Coalition releases 2014-2023 Crash Report
Community Traffic Safety Coalition (CTSC), a program of the County of Santa Cruz Public Health Division, has announced the release of its 2014-2023 Crash...