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September 11, 2025

Apply now for money for wood stove conversions

Homeowners in the San Lorenzo Valley can apply to save $1,000 or more for replacing old wood stoves or fireplaces with a stove fueled by natural gas, propane or pellets.

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Goodwill opens new Scotts Valley store

Goodwill Central Coast, which opened its new retail store and donation center in Scotts Valley last week, will continue to use its former site as a specialty retail center at least through the end of year.

The Press Banner Interview: John Weiss

What is your most important lesson about police work in your law enforcement career?

SV Police chief John Weiss to retire

Scotts Valley Police Chief John Weiss is retiring Dec. 31, after more than 26 years with the only department where he has served as a full time police officer, 10 years as chief.

Water rate hikes looming in Scotts Valley

Residential and business water consumers in Scotts Valley stepped up last year in response to state requests to use less water, reducing consumption by about 24 percent from 2013 levels. The local water district’s target had been 20 percent.

SLV teen tackles challenges of juvenile arthritis one day at a time

Mia Brees, like her family name, displays the strength and persistence of a summer breeze, with gentleness and warmth.

One “Poke Mom” embraces Pokemon Go game with kids

Has the subject of the latest craze to hit smartphones, Pokémon Go come up at your house? If you have seen groups of people of various ages gathered together in a certain spot and staring down at their phones, then this is what a typical group of Pokemon players looks like.

Scotts Valley stunned in overtime by Carmel 22-21

Scotts Valley came so very close to its first victory of the season against Carmel at Monterey Peninsula College, the home team got the breaks at the end.

Cougars win football thriller at Homestead, 35-34

The San Lorenzo Valley Cougars return home this weekend to face another big-school opponent, and try and remain unbeaten in non-conference play.

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Felton Fire Protection District

Felton Fire District to review parcel tax proposal at meeting Thursday

Felton Fire Protection District (FFPD) Board of Directors has scheduled a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. to discuss a proposed...