Cougars drill Santa Cruz, Falcons fall to Knights
Derek Poetzinger and Jason Bryson each ran for more than 90 yards and two touchdowns to lead San Lorenzo Valley High School over hapless Santa Cruz High School on Friday, Oct. 5.
The Mountain Gardener: October wildflowers still in bloom
Above the clear, turquoise water of the Big Sur coastline, wildflowers still bloom in October.
Clarification
Clarification: Dr. Terry Hollenbeck’s column on Page 15 of the Oct. 5 Press-Banner, titled “Celiac disease, gluten-free diets explained,” stated that people with celiac disease should avoid oats unless they are marked as gluten free. According to the doctor, celiac patients may eat oats that are identified as gluten free, but they should be wary, because oats are frequently contaminated with wheat and other gluten-containing products. Many authorities still think oats should be avoided.
Let’s go fishin’: Ocean salmon season set to close
The seasons are changing, and so are fishing regulations. The first large groundswell rolled through the bay and slowed the ground fish bite. Salmon season will close south of Pigeon Point this weekend as anglers start to gear up for Dungeness crabs.
Your Health: Celiac disease, gluten-free diets explained
There is much talk these days about gluten-free food and gluten-free diets. I’d like to explain what this is all about.
News Briefs | Published Oct. 30, 2026
SLV Middle School presents ‘Shrek The Musical JR.’
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School Theatre will present “Shrek The Musical JR.” with performances Nov. 6-15 at...












