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August 30, 2025

Brookdale celebrates grand opening of new businesses this Sunday

Local restaurateur and entrepreneur Mario Ibarra has announced the grand opening of two businesses in Brookdale—Brookdale Cafe & Grill and The Lounge at Brookdale Lodge. The community is invited to join the Summer Festival celebration on Sunday, July 27, from 12-8pm at 11570 Highway 9...

Photo | Bonny Doon ukes join Felton community for ‘Good Trouble’ protest

Bonny Doon Ukulele Club rally
Musicians from the Bonny Doon Ukulele Club joined community members on July 17 to rally at the intersection of Highway 9 and Graham Hill Road in Felton, singing songs like “This Little Light of Mine” and holding up various signs including “Hands Off Our...

‘Murder in the Library’ play to support Santa Cruz libraries this weekend

If you’re a fan of murder mysteries, talent shows and libraries, then this is your weekend. Local author and playwright Kathy Perrin is not only talented in putting pen to paper, she’s also a member of the Friends of the Garfield Park Library, a chapter...

San Lorenzo Valley gains high-tech fire safety trailer for students

fire safety trailer
Students in the San Lorenzo Valley (SLV) have firsthand knowledge of the devastation fire can leave behind. Fire safety and fire prevention in their community, now more than ever, are a top priority. Thanks to a federal grant, the community has access to specialized education...

Fourth of July parades entertain in Boulder Creek and Scotts Valley

“Morning,” says a California Highway Patrol officer, blocking Highway 9 traffic at the entrance to Boulder Creek, to passersby, just minutes before the Fourth of July festivities were set to begin. As the Boulder Creek Community Church band plays “What I Like About You” by...

Scotts Valley hosts festive 4th of July Kids Bike Parade

The Scotts Valley Skypark community turned out in full force to celebrate the Fourth of July with the annual Independence Day Kids Bike Parade. Under a perfect blue sky, about 50 community members were in attendance as youth and their bikes were led in the...

Special Olympics Torch Run changes hands with new route in Santa Cruz

The passion for supporting Special Olympians was just as strong as ever at this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run on June 26, even though it looked way different than prior incarnations. This year, instead of the steep incline by gnarled Live Oaks beside Highway 17...

Scotts Valley announces 4th of July Parade, road closures

City of Scotts Valley will celebrate Independence Day with its annual Fourth of July Parade on Scotts Valley Drive, scheduled from 11am-1pm, featuring decorated floats, vehicles, Scouts Color Guard and a flyover. This year, the parade route has been extended to offer more viewing opportunities,...

Boulder Creek’s 4th of July Parade honors Currier as grand marshal

The town of Boulder Creek has some longstanding traditions that make it a destination for family celebrations. From the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree to its Halloween festivities, there are plenty of reasons to gather together in this quaint mining town. On Friday, July...

Scotts Valley Veterinary Clinic marks 65 years of healthcare

Dr. Emily Miller is not your typical doctor. She treats ear and skin infections, illnesses and diseases, but you won’t find her at any local hospital. The owner of Scotts Valley Veterinary Clinic (SVVC), Miller and her team are celebrating 65 years of being in...

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News Briefs | Published Aug. 29, 2025

Supervisor Martinez to speak to North County Dems Fifth District Supervisor Monica Martinez will be the guest speaker for the Democratic Club of North Santa...