Tag: Santa Cruz Mountains
Ben Lomond Fire Protection District receives nearly $270K FEMA disaster grant
The Ben Lomond Fire Protection District (BLFPD) has been awarded a Fire Prevention and Safety (FPS) FEMA disaster grant for $269,806 by the U.S....
Florist to offer delivery service for San Lorenzo Valley customers
When Bakersfield resident Maria Rios started laying the groundwork for a Santa Cruz County expansion of her flower company, she booked a room at...
Zayante Fire launches fundraiser for early warning system sirens
In the event of an emergency, residents know that 9-1-1 is the number to call. Now, Zayante Fire Protection District’s Chief Jeff Maxwell is...
Brookdale Big Queer Weekend keeps things positive in face of some...
Despite facing hurdles—such as venues not being willing to play host and controversy on social media—Cyn Khambatta, organizer of the Brookdale Big Queer Weekend,...
News Briefs | Published Aug. 18, 2023
Children’s enrichment open house set for Saturday
Agape Dance Academy, Innovative Martial Arts, Mountain Music School and Kumon Math and Reading Center are opening their...
Saloon Room erupts with hardcore punk volcano
A slate of bands brought hardcore and punk energy to the Saloon Room at the storied Brookdale Lodge last Friday.
Despite the growling vocals, thrashing...
Redwood Rx: State Parks offer prescription for wellness and education
On Monday morning, as I wound my way up Highway 9 from Santa Cruz to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Ralph Nader was discussing—on...
News Briefs | Published Aug. 11, 2023
Police participate in ‘Operation Safe Passage’
Scotts Valley Police Department will be participating in “Operation Safe Passage” starting Aug. 10 through Aug. 25. The goal...
Rural Scotts Valley resident raises concerns over growing cell tower
Mark Meyer, 61, headed out of town for a wedding over the weekend, and on Sunday when he returned, pulling into his spacious driveway...
Sheriff’s Office hosts active shooter drills at San Lorenzo Valley campus
A voice rings out over the handheld radio: “Numerous callers reporting gunfire in the middle school gym.” With that, the first active shooter scenario...
5 injured in Scotts Valley’s first tornado on record
*Updated at 6:59pm Dec. 14, 2024
At least five people were injured in Scotts Valley's first-ever tornado on record, authorities said.
Capt. Jayson Rutherford, of the...
