Victims report being asked to grant remote access to their bank account before being told the refund was excessive.
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Santa Cruz County Parks will host a free screening of 'Despicable Me 3' this Thursday at 7 p.m.
The North Coast beach cleanup efforts resulted in over four cubic yards of trash being removed from the shoreline.
If you’re not sure what greywater systems are about, consider participating in this workshop to learn how to use the water for other uses.
Your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in Capitola and throughout beaches and South Bay.
Santa Cruz will see more mattresses recycled thanks to a State program with an event on June 23rd.
The 1985 classic about a group of misfit friends who set out to find a treasure in order to save their home.
There will be time to ask questions and participate in topic-based breakout groups.
Jody Geare was raped 14 years ago, but the rapist wasn't convicted until this week.
Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m., with movies beginning around 8:00 p.m. or dusk. Low chairs, blankets and jackets recommended.
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The new Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to sound the alarm about events and issues in your city.
Under the program, residents can bring up to five tires per day, with fees waived on passenger car and light truck tires under 36 inches.
Smart Path creates a system based on assessments and resources that will match the homeless with housing and services more quickly.
New Leaf Community Markets partners with Second Harvest to help end hunger.
The new venue is at Simpkins Family Swim Center and a random drawing will be held on Jun. 1.
The 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom homes will be available to first-time homebuyers with household earnings at or below 120 % of area median income.
Santa Cruz Co. was one of 10 communities nationwide to receive a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Youth Homelessness Grant.
Before funding is finalized, DWR is holding a public comment period will be open until February 21, at 5:00 p.m.
The draft concepts for the Corridor are based upon community feedback from the first two community meetings.
RAMA recognizes Santa Cruz County alcohol merchants who actively work to restrict alcohol sales to minors.
IPM-DAG will hold a public meeting on Tuesday to discuss ecological alternatives to conventional pest control methods.
No need to travel far for these seasonal feasts. Reserve your seats!
Are you looking for a unique pet rather than a dog or cat? You'll find it here.
The Award recognizes that the County met or exceeded nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation.
Central Fire Protection would like to remind everyone to be fire safe during this holiday season.
Franchise agreements have expanded rural waste hauling.
Measure H Paving will continue from December 4th through December 8th in East and West Santa Cruz.
Trout Gulch Road at Soquel Drive will be closed overnight to all through traffic from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1.
Trout Gulch Road at Soquel Drive will be reduced to one lane from Monday, Nov. 27 - Friday, Dec. 8.
Pass-through donations can be made at the cash register.
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Teen Kitchen Project delivers its 70,000th meal to local individuals or families in crisis due to a life-threatening illness like cancer.
Live Oak neighbors are invited to discuss the future of a publicly-owned parcel near the intersection of 17th Avenue and Capitola Road.
Among things to do: Find your zen; celebrate National Beer Day; Lenten fish fry; Arboretum plant sale; Easter fun; pasta feed fundraiser.
Easy online survey could aid the area in relief funding for locals to rebuild, Santa Cruz County officials said.
Plus funds for 52,297 meals for local families in need