Untarnished Etiquette: Tea time!
Afternoon tea is one of the fastest growing trends in America.
Datebook (June 12, 2015)
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The Mountain Gardener: The story of wreaths
This is the story of a holiday tradition and how it all began. Only the names have been changed to protect the innocent.
Let’s go fishin’: Tuna fleet follows fish to Santa Cruz
A small fleet of albacore tuna boats is anchored in the lee of Point Santa Cruz. The vessels appearance raised questions and curiosity. The history and lore of these vessels radiates from them.
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Wine Lover: Wine makers invite locals to celebrate spring passport day
April Passport Day in the Santa Cruz Mountain Appellation is right around the corner. It will be one of the best days of the year to venture out and discover some of the wineries that are not usually open to the public.
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Scotts Valley residents bring sports camp, supplies to children of Dominican Republic village
Five years ago, Scotts Valley resident Heberly Rosario was visiting family at a small village in Cabrera, Dominican Republic. While she was there, her then 70-year-old aunt, Sara, gave her an enlightening idea.
Aunt Sara asked Heberly to do something for the many children in...
Let’s go fishin’: Loch Lomond extends season
If you missed your opportunity to visit Loch Lomond Reservoir this year, it’s not too late. The season will be extended at the lake, and its recreational area will remain open to public through Oct. 11.
Devil Wagons on the Big Tree Road
In July, 1901, the summer guests of the Hotel Rowardennan enjoyed a glimpse of the future when a fine automobile pulled into its driveway. Joseph Kieley, a Klondike millionaire, and J. R. Burnham, who, according to the Sentinel, “has had much experience with autos,” made the run from Oakland in a little over eight hours, including an hour spent on the Big Tree Road between Santa Cruz and Ben Lomond.
News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
Fun run, emergency preparedness fair set for Saturday
On Saturday, Sept. 13, the City of Santa Cruz will be hosting Race the Wave, a 3K...