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I had wondered why stretching my left arm above my head hurt so much. After several sleepless nights and experiencing high pain levels, I called my doctor. Her assessment alarmed me, but I insisted on X-rays. I am officially a senior citizen; I can...

Nationwide, suicide is the third leading cause of death in teens, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Locally, teen suicide has hit all too close to home in recent weeks and years. While the subject of suicide is hard to think...

Let’s be honest here. Many women hate NFL Football—plain and simple. I fall into the group of women who have suffered through season after season of this violent contact sport. There are, however, women who love this sport as much as men, some even...

“The Covid-19 pandemic fundamentally changed our relationships between work and family life as well as institutions, health care, government and employers—not to mention the traditional approaches in how we manage our performances in business.” Now, many companies are seeking ways to retain employees. Productive supervision...

This week I decided to cook one of my oldest and most labor-intensive desserts that took many trials and errors in the process of getting just right: Flambéed Crepe Suzettes. Now, this creation requires making the crepes and having on hand oranges, lemons, Grand...

Valley Churches United (VCU) has been assisting members of the San Lorenzo Valley community since 1985. From financial support to a plentiful food pantry, residents who have fallen on hard times have turned to VCU in times of trouble, finding respite in the nonprofit’s...

A rise in Covid-19 cases throughout Santa Cruz County has put a halt to some collegiate and high school sports events in the area. The Cabrillo men’s basketball team was supposed to begin its California Community College Athletic Association Coast Conference South Division season this...

The Scotts Valley High girls’ basketball team was off to a bumpy start after losing its first three games to begin the season. But things rapidly shifted after a long pep talk was given by Falcons coach Gabe Gonzalez, who had a come-to-Jesus moment with...

The Scotts Valley High boys’ basketball program is used to bringing in a steady number of players throughout the years. More than enough to fill up rosters for all three levels in high school. But the entire program, which now includes just the varsity and...

The San Lorenzo Valley High girls’ basketball team has tried to shake off the stigma of being an easy win for opposing teams. The Cougars turned some heads during the abbreviated 2021 spring season by winning the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League “B” Division championship. SLV...