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September 9, 2025

Spotlight: Archaeologist visits Ben Lomond

California State Parks archaeologist Mark Hylkema will speak about the ancestral Ohlone tribe from the Ice Age to the present in an April 15 talk to benefit San Lorenzo Valley Museum.

Music festival to support Camp Krem programs

For the third consecutive year, a weekend-long music festival is coming to Boulder Creek to support the music programs at Camp Krem from April 24 to 26.

The Mountain Gardener: Create holiday cheer with a wreath

After a hiatus last year, I again had the pleasure to join my neighbors at their annual wreath-making party. This is the 11th year this group has gotten together “rain or shine” according to hosts Barb Kelly and Martha Radcliffe.

Letter: Let’s get it right

One ingredient is always left out of any statement regarding the history of the Veterans Memorial Building in Santa Cruz, and the recent op-ed on these pages is no exception (“Prioritize veterans in Santa Cruz County,” Terry McKinney, June 3). I refer to the peace groups incongruously in residence within the war memorial over the years.

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Santa Cruz County Horsemen’s Open House showcases vibrant equine community

Santa Cruz County Horsemen’s Association hosted an open house Saturday at its Graham Hill Road location featuring horseback acrobatics and archery, costumes and a parade with around 20 different breeds. It was a chance for people from across the region to get a glimpse of...

Let’s go fishin’: Trout fin clipping a success

Monterey Bay Salmon Trout Project hosted its annual fin-clip event early this month, and all the volunteers had a great time. In the meantime, as anglers wait for rains to bring steelhead, local fishing is centered on rockfish and crab.

Understanding Prescription Medication- Part I

When picking up your prescription medication, before you leave the pharmacy, take a close look at the label on each container. Make sure it has the following:

San Lorenzo Valley Museum strikes ‘gold’ with Felton exhibition

San Lorenzo Valley Museum
While each of our 50 states has its own nickname, California is known fondly as “The Golden State,” and rightfully so. From the abundance of golden poppies that decorate the state in the spring to its history as the birthplace of the Gold Rush...

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Felton Fire District to review parcel tax proposal at meeting Thursday

Felton Fire Protection District (FFPD) Board of Directors has scheduled a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. to discuss a proposed...