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September 12, 2025

Falcons cede section title to Santa Cruz

The Scotts Valley High girls soccer team fell one goal short of winning the Division III Central Coast Section championship when the girls were stymied by league rival Santa Cruz, 1-0, in the final last weekend.

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Damians Ladder hosts Fundraising Estate Sale this weekend in Scotts Valley

Damians Ladder
In 2023, a group of philanthropy-minded local residents got together and formed Damians Ladder, a nonprofit aimed at assisting seniors who need help with minor repairs in their homes. From changing batteries in smoke alarms to installing handicap ramps and solving plumbing problems, the...

Santa Cruz County Bank hires senior business banking officer

Santa Cruz County Bank announced that John Telesco has joined as senior business banking officer to serve clients in the Silicon Valley, Greater Bay Area and Santa Cruz County. Telesco, who currently resides in Capitola, will maintain his office at the Bank’s Scotts Valley branch,...

SV girls drop Soquel; boys fall in league opener

The Scotts Valley High girls basketball team made school history this week, beating the local powerhouse Soquel Knights 51-46 for their school’s first win at the Knights’ home gym.

County offers path to compliance for non-permitted structures

With a goal of reducing the number of unpermitted structures in the region, Santa Cruz County planning officials have introduced the Legalization Assistance Permit Program, a program that allows property owners to work with the county to legalize unpermitted structures, remodels, and alterations without fear of fines or legal action.

Heart healthy eggs: the experts weigh in

Eggs are on my list of perfect foods. They are packed with protein and nutrients, quick to cook and delicious. Purchasing high quality eggs is essential for getting the most nutrition possible. Labels can be confusing, but it simply comes down to understanding the life of the hen. In short, you want to purchase "pastured" eggs. I'll explain... 

The Mountain Gardener: Christmas plants for the aunts

I've barely finished eating leftover turkey a dozen different ways, and already I find myself thinking of all things Christmas.

Retired SVPD Lt. wins ‘Top Cop of Oval’ racing series

With a little help and advice from local racing legend Bruce Canepa, retired Scotts Valley Police Lt. John Hohmann cruised to victory last Friday at Ocean Speedway's "Top Cop of the Oval" series.

Shorts: Bethany catcher named player of week

Bethany University catcher Danielle Gomez was named the California Pacific Conference softball Player of the Week for the week of April 19.  

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Scotts Valley police arrest 8 for DUI during late summer enforcement

Scotts Valley Police Department arrested eight drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI) during a nearly three-week period through Labor Day weekend. The enforcement...