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March 12, 2026

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.

Introducing: Dr. Terry Hollenbeck

I was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin into a family of doctors, so it was natural for me to follow in their footsteps.

Coffis Brothers and the Mountain Men Jan. 6-7 in Felton

Fresh off of a year of touring, the San Lorenzo Valley favorite sons in the Coffis Brothers & the Mountain Men band make their third annual appearance at Don Quixote's International Music Hall in Felton Friday and Saturday, Jan. 6 – 7.

Gingerbread barn for autistic child

A Gingerbread Cookie Barn and barnyard made by Press Banner food columnist Colly Gruczelak was given to a very appreciative young boy on Dec. 3 at the annual Christmas Party of the Lichen Oaks Adaptive Riding Center, LOARC, Graham Hill Road, Felton.  The 8-year-old has been unable to speak his entire life.

5-year-old’s reporter’s notebook

My 5-year-old son Iain often goes with me on my weekend reporting assignments, carrying a little notebook.

Beware of poisonous mushrooms

With seasonally heavy rains promoting the growth of wild mushrooms, especially in the Santa Cruz Mountains, California Department of Public Health Director Dr. Karen Smith is reminding people that collecting and eating hazardous wild mushrooms can lead to serious illness and even death.

Chris Greenly fund grows

Chris Greenly, a 24-year-old Santa Cruz resident who grew up in the San Lorenzo Valley, remained in critical condition this week, recovering from surgery after being seriously injured in a one-car accident in Ben Lomond on Nov. 21. His family reported this week that his Dec. 14 surgery went well and that his condition was improving.On Dec. 18, a benefit disc golf tournament at Black Mouse Disc Golf Course in Felton drew a record number of competitors – 82 – and raised more than $5,000 to help with Greenly’e medical expenses, through donations, raffle tickets and the sale of “Team Greenly” discs.A Gofundme account set up in Facebook in Greenly’s behalf had raised more than $22,000 in 20 days, with 199 contributors.Supporters said the campaign was trending, and was shared by 1,500 people. A Press Banner article posted on pressbanner.com was visited by more than 1,300 people in less than a week. 

124-year-old Felton Covered Bridge gets new roof

The Felton Covered Bridge, a national historic structure built in 1892, will be celebrated on Saturday, Dec.17, in a daylong community party, complete with music, wine and beer, food, crafts and holiday merchandise.

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Vegetation control project to impact Highway 17 north of Scotts Valley...

Caltrans crews will conduct a vegetation control project north of Scotts Valley next week, which will result in the daytime closure of one lane...