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The San Lorenzo Valley Post is your essential guide to life in the Santa Cruz Mountains. We're dedicated to delivering the latest news, events, and stories that matter to our community. From local government to schools, from environmental issues to the arts, we're committed to providing comprehensive and unbiased coverage. We believe in the power of community journalism and strive to be a platform for diverse voices.

Mary Hammer Obituaries 

Mary Hammer 

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Contributed by Mountain Community Resources  We at Mountain Community Resources, along with the entire Community Bridges family, are deeply saddened by the passing of Mary Hammer, a steadfast community activist and pivotal founder of Mountain Community Resources, originally known as the Valley Resource Center. On Thursday, November 6, 2024, Mary passed away after a brief illness, leaving behind a profound… Read More
Boulder Creek Santa Cruz CZU fire photo by Mary Andersen Fire Recovery Government 

4Leaf Recovery Permit Center Services Will Transition to Planning Department

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The County’s contract with 4Leaf is set to expire at the end of the year. The project management firm has been providing building permit assistance to residents who are rebuilding after experiencing loss or damage to their homes after the CZU fire. The Planning department will resume all Recovery Permit Center services by January 1, 2025. 3rd District Supervisor Justin… Read More
highway 17 wildlife crossing Environment Local News 

Highway 17 Wildlife and Trail Crossings Project Moves Forward

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The long-anticipated Highway 17 Wildlife and Trail Crossing Project reached a significant milestone with completion of the environmental review by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen). This is a significant step forward for this project that will enhance both wildlife health and safety and recreational access across the heavily used Highway 17 in an area that is a known… Read More
Ben Lomond Transfer Station landfill Local News Resource 

Ben Lomond CRV Redemption Services to End July 2025

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BEN LOMOND TRANSFER STATION AND RECYCLING CENTER TO REMAIN OPEN California Redemption Value (CRV) redemption services at the Ben Lomond Transfer Station will end on July 1, 2025, although the station and its Recycling Center will remain open. The transfer station’s recycling center will continue to accept CRV beverage containers for recycling, but it will no longer offer cash refunds… Read More
Bigfoot Museum Felton California Local News Main Street SLV Real Estate Commercial Valley People 

Iconic Bigfoot Museum Building on the Market

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Felton Roadside Attraction to Evolve By Julie Horner The two-room building at the corner of Highway 9 and San Lorenzo Avenue that currently houses the Bigfoot Discovery Museum is for sale. Located near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, the 390 square foot single family residence was built in 1949 on a 3,398 square foot lot that includes a fenced side… Read More
Painted Mandolin Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz County Live Music Roundup: Weekend November 14 – November 17

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Live Music Santa Cruz! Here’s the weekend roundup for Thursday, November 14 through Sunday, November 17! 🎶 Thursday, November 14 🎶 🎶 Friday, November 15 🎶 🎶 Saturday, November 16 🎶 🎶 Sunday, November 17 🎶 🌟 Hot Ticket Alert 🌟 Enjoy your Weekend in Santa Cruz! 🎸🎷 *** The weekend roundup of live music is compiled by Julie Horner… Read More