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The annual celebration of the 2026 Redwood Mountain Faire at Roaring Camp Railroads has come and gone, but for nearly 20 nonprofit organizations across the San Lorenzo Valley, the positive impact is only just beginning. During a check presentation ceremony on July 27, organizers announced...

Dear Friends & Families,

Finally the rain has come. Outside my window a Townsend warbler feasts on suet. It’s a rainy day and I”m enjoying the vivid colors of my late fall garden. Backlit leaves take on a whole new look. There are so many ways of combining plants in the garden. I’m taking notes so I remember my favorites to include in my own garden and future designs. 

San Lorenzo Valley Athletic Boosters is a group of dedicated enthusiasts of SLVHigh School sports that donates time and resources to help guide the financial subsidizing of sports programs at San LorenzoValleyHigh School.

Although the vote count is yet to be certified, Derek Timm, a newcomer to the Scotts Valley City Council, received the most votes in a three-way race with two incumbents seeking reelection. Jim Reed, a long-term incumbent and current mayor, came in second.  Stephany Aguilar, after more than 20 years of distinguished service on the council, was unable to successfully defend her seat.      

Four years ago, when the San Lorenzo Valley Water District voted to raise water rates 65 percent over five years, it said the money would be used for infrastructure repairs and to build a new “campus” consolidating offices in a single location in Boulder Creek. The district had already spent $2.2 million three years earlier to buy the campus site.

Second Harvest Food Bank brought public servants and community volunteers together on Monday to make sure families in need are able to have a Christmas dinner.