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Goodbye Albert
Albert was taken from us by what is presumed to be a mountain lion. He had a long life for a peacock, living to be more than 20 years old and has become the mascot of Boulder Creek. When he arriv...
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The political groups and individuals financing some of Santa Cruz County’s most contentious measures
In the fast-approaching Nov. 8 election, a 38-year-old oil and gas real estate professional, with tech start-up experience, is facing off against an incumbent San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District Trustee who cut her teeth in New York’s education system. …
In California, you can bet on a horse race, buy a lottery ticket, put money on poker in a card room and play slots at a tribal casino all in the same day.
California will likely reject legal sports betting, despite being the state with the most pro sports franchises and the biggest potential gambling market.
UCSC icon looks at homophobia on the American left in her new book ‘Communists in Closets’
Proponents say the measure is about parking, while opponents say it will set back affordable housing and a new library
Bob Kittle will still be on the Nov. 8 ballot for Governing Board in Area II
Founded in 1920, the year that suffragettes triumphed, the League of Women Voters now protects the entire electorate’s rights.
With four names on the ballot for a pair of Scotts Valley Unified School District board seats up for grabs—and with another candidate having been appointed earlier this month—Scotts Valley residents are getting a massive say on the future direction …
WATSONVILLE—Santa Cruz County Supervisor candidate Jimmy Dutra told a group of reporters and roughly two-dozen supporters that allegations of sexual abuse made against him last week are “completely false and untrue,” and stem from a dispute with his late father’s …
In an hour-long interview with CalMatters, Secretary of State Shirley Weber talks about changing California's recalls for governor, increasing voter participation and other issues.
APTOS—This is the second of two articles showcasing the candidates vying for seats on the Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees. Last week, incumbent Jennifer Schacher and Olivia Flores had their say. With four seats up for election, …
School arts funding, abortion protections and flavored tobacco ban are among seven state propositions on Nov. 8 ballot.
WATSONVILLE—A man has filed a civil lawsuit in Santa Cruz County Superior Court, claiming that 4th District Supervisorial candidate Jimmy Dutra molested him when he was 12. A case management conference is scheduled for Feb. 3. The Pajaronian typically does …
California Gov. Gavin Newsom insists that he's not running for president but continues to cultivate a national political profile that may indicate otherwise.
WATSONVILLE—With two seats on the Pajaro Valley Unified School District up for election, the makeup of the board could see a shift as political newcomers Natalain Schwartz and Olivia Flores challenge incumbents Kim De Serpa and Jennifer Schacher, respectively. Two …
The Santa Cruz County Elections Department is located at 701 Ocean St, Room 310, Santa Cruz. The office is open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Phone 831-454-2060 for more information.  Register to vote online at registertovote.ca.gov by …
Boulder Creek Fire Protection District The Boulder Creek Volunteer Fire Department is led by a five-person Board of Directors. The District encompasses 21 square miles of mountainous terrain and serves over 7,000 citizens. 40 volunteers respond to approximately 1,300 calls …
Cabrillo Community College Governing Board Member, Trustee The Governing Board’s focus for the 2022-2023 school year includes increasing diverse enrollment, addressing equity gaps, offering various training programs related to the regional labor market, developing student housing, and increasing funding. The …
The San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District Governing Board is responsible for overseeing the district's finances, setting policy, and hiring the superintendent. Currently, one of the district’s pressing challenges is academic recovery after two years of pandemic protocols. Trustees are …
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