Wine Lover: New additions add to wine trail’s charms
The Summit to Sea Wine Trail, which runs along Bear Creek and Summit roads, once comprised only Byington Winery, David Bruce Winery, Burrell School Winery and Silver Mountain Vineyards.
A poem for gardeners
T’was the night before Christmas and all through the garden,
The creatures were stirring, the deer got a pardon.
The hummingbird feeders were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that the Anna’s soon would be there.
The flowering cherries were nestled all snug in their beds,
While...
Justin Hansen aims to rebuild Cabrillo | College Football
The Cabrillo College football program is slowly piecing itself together after receiving a two-year suspension following a rules infraction in 2020.
Justin Hansen, 45, a former Seahawks linebacker and defensive coordinator, is the first step of the rebuilding process.
He was recently named the program’s new...
Season preview: Falcons defense stout; offense has potential
Following the 2012 graduation of Colin Corbella, the single-season rushing leader for Scotts Valley High and second-leading rusher in Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League history, the Falcons varsity football team had some mighty shoes to fill.
Scotts Valley readies for league play after 2-2 start
Despite a 42-28 defeat at the hands of the Valley Christian Chargers last Saturday that closed out their preseason, the Scotts Valley Falcons (2-2) have plenty of bright spots to focus on as they head into league play.
Wine Lover: Harvest time returns to local vineyards
I always say there is no better time to get out and discover wine culture than during harvest. There are only a couple of weeks out of every year when most of the grapes are being picked. In Santa Cruz County, it looks like this time is going to be in the middle of October.
Felton celebrates hometown tradition with 2026 Remembers Parade
Saturday, May 23, dawned cool and misty, but the weather didn’t dampen attendees’ smiles at the 2026 Felton Remembers Parade in downtown Felton.
Highway 9 was lined with spectators who were treated to the sights and sounds of a hometown tradition, starting with the local...
Boulder Creek gains federal Opportunity Zone status
Boulder Creek has received a federal Opportunity Zone designation, opening new opportunities to attract private investment, support local businesses and strengthen the community’s long-term...













