Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Scotts Valley.
First come, first served. Registration will close when all kits are claimed.These kits are suggested for children over age 8.
James Henry, master percussionist, has traveled the world and incorporates cultural wisdom from across the globe into his performances.
The suspension took effect May 20 due to increased fire danger.
To support customer efforts to be efficient with water, the District’s Board of Directors declared May as Water Awareness Month.
The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Scotts Valley area. The pandemic continues to impact the nation's blood supply.
There's a Red Cross blood drive coming up in the Scotts Valley area.
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Please be advised the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting for a regularly scheduled Board Meeting.
Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting for Board Meeting on January 13, 2021.
A man is shot to death while driving; laptops stolen during high school burglary; New Year's DUI arrests.
A malnourished mountain lion was spotted in Ben Lomond just days after another sickly mountain lion was captured near downtown Santa Cruz.
Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 for a Board Meeting.
Holly jolly still is on the calendar as Christmas tree & menorah lightings, Santa visits, Nutcrackers & more will go on. Just differently.
The elusive Bigfoot has been returned to its home in the unincorporated Santa Cruz County community of Felton after disappearing Monday.
Please be advised that Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting on October 30, 2020 for a Special Meeting.
"Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting on October 14, 2020."
Halloween is still on the calendar! Check out events, corn mazes & trick-or-treating for this most spook-tacular time of the year.
"Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Finance and Planning Committee will be meeting on October 6, 2020."
Special Meeting Notice 9-25-2020
Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting for a Board Meeting on September 9, 2020.
The Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Finance and Planning Committee will be meeting on Monday, August 31, 2020.
The Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting for a Special Meeting on August 27, 2020.
Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting for a Board Meeting on August 12, 2020.
Volunteers must meet specific entrance requirements and participate in a selection/testing process.
Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Finance and Planning Committee will be meeting Monday, August 3, 2020.
"Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting on July 8, 2020 for a Board Meeting."
While traditional Fourth of July events are canceled, cities like Scotts Valley are getting creative with live & virtual ways to celebrate.
Branciforte Fire Protection District Captain Peder McElroy served Santa Cruz County for 22 years. His colleagues honored him this weekend.
Please be advised that the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District Board of Directors will be meeting on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020.
"It is with a heavy heart, that we are greatly saddened by the unexpected passing of Captain Peder McElroy."
Please be advised that the Finance and Planning Committee will be meeting on Thursday, June 4th.
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Nonprofit Raley's Food for Families raised a record $2.1 million total this year from customers, vendors and staff.
The Santa Cruz County man sought someone to sublet his apartment for three weeks and care for his pets, SFGATE reported.
The dog has been a support animal, as the family deals with the loss of their son — Joseph — who died suddenly from bacteria meningitis.
The event, hosted by the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, will feature a catered dinner buffet, raffle, auctions and more.