Sustainable living: Local family takes to farming
San Lorenzo Valley’s local food production is on the verge of a significant boost, thanks to new farmer Ben Beck, his large family’s dedication to sustainable living and a few well-timed opportunities.
The Wine Lover: Madeira: The oldest wine in the world
I get asked sometimes how long various wines age and how you know when a wine is “peaking” or in its prime. The answer is somewhat complex, because different varietals and methods make for a vast variety of wines. Some wines should be drunk within a year of being made, and some can age for over a century.
Local filmmaker’s El Salvador documentary to air on PBS
A Boulder Creek-based documentarian’s latest film is scheduled to air this Sunday, bringing a view into the dramatically changing landscape of El Salvador.
TOWN HALL MEETING JUNE 3rd [VIRTUAL]
As we head into the third month of sheltering in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there is growing pressure for our County to reopen many economic and social sectors. Believe me, I hope we can restore as many businesses, services and other activities as possible – with new safety measures and protocols – in coming weeks and months.
New Faces (March 27, 2015)
Andrew John Milligan, a 7-pound 13-ounce boy, was born to Heidi Mae Greenspon and William John Milligan of Felton at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz. He was born at 9:34 p.m. on March 17, 2015.
New housing development at Polo Grounds
The Scotts Valley City Council has unanimously approved six units of affordable housing, to be built by the developer of the new 40-unit Polo Ranch subdivision planned for the former home of Santa’s Village.
Young motorcyclist in hunt for national title
This spring, a dream will come true for local third-grader Hunter Reynolds
The Mountain Gardener: Learn about drought tolerant plants at faire
Without a doubt, the most requested item I'm asked in the design process is to include low water-use plants and garden solutions that are low maintenance. We live in the west where rainfall occurs predominantly from late fall through late spring and the amount and duration vary tremendously. Whether you live in the shade or the sun, it's a smart idea to keep water costs down in the summer and to preserve this natural resource.
Felton pump track hosts women’s cycling event Sunday
Girls and women of all ages will have an opportunity to find their footing and flow on wheels when Girls on Wheels rolls into...






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