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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.

Obituaries

San Lorenzo Valley bids farewell to Scott Peden

November 9, 2019April 2, 2022 slvpost.comObituaries0 comment

By Matt Harris I first met Scott – it was 20-plus years ago – at the Loch Lomond Highland Games. He was playing his bagpipes and I had stopped to listen. Once he was done, I approached to ask him about his playing. We hit it off right away and pretty much spoke for three hours straight! I could tell… Read More

Obituaries

Remembering Larry Hosford

November 9, 2019April 2, 2022 slvpost.comObituaries0 comment

Legendary singer-songwriter and Salinas native, Larry Hosford, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2016 at the age of 73. A concert in Larry’s honor was held at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center on Sunday, January 22 at 2:00 pm. Christa Taylor is a retired KFAT DJ and music enthusiast who now lives in Aptos, CA. Read More

Environment Events

Environmental Town Hall in Felton November 23

November 9, 2019December 30, 2020 slvpost.comenvironment, felton, SanLorenzoValley0 comment

Get the latest information about important environmental issues that impact the San Lorenzo Valley. Bring your questions. Many public agencies will be on site as a resource. 22 governmental non profits will have information such as vector control, road associations, and more. Volunteers for set up and clean up are appreciated. Hosted by the Valley Women’s Club of the San… Read More

Local News Recreation

Felton Bike Park Controversy

November 9, 2019August 29, 2024 slvpost.comfelton, recreation0 comment

Since 2013, plans for the Central Coast’s first mountain bike park in Felton have wended their way through the county planning process. Currently in the environmental impact report phase, the park would be located on the Felton Meadow, scene of a contentious 2008 battle between environmental activists and affordable housing advocates over 55 housing units. Environmentalists won that round. Because... Read More

Obituaries

The Valley remembers Sue Sweeney

November 9, 2019December 4, 2023 slvpost.comObituaries0 comment

Susan M. Sweeney, long-time resident of Ben Lomond, died peacefully at her Scotts Valley home on Friday afternoon November 25th 2016. Sue was proceeded in death by John, her husband of 54 years, her parents (Patrick and Annie Docherty), and her siblings, brother Paddy Joe, and sisters Mary and Phil. Read More

Entertainment Events Music

Park Hall benefit concert with Andre Thierry & Heathen Hill

November 8, 2019December 30, 2020 slvpost.combenlomond, SanLorenzoValley0 comment

Celebrate community in the heart of Ben Lomond with a concert to benefit Park Hall: Andre Thierry & Heathen Hill Saturday November 9, 2019 at 7:30pm at. Park Hall is located at 9370 Mill Street in historic downtown Ben Lomond, California. Read more. Read More

Music Valley People

Welcome Fairies and Earthlings: Ben Lomond’s Robie Hiroz

September 22, 2018October 15, 2023 slvpost.com0 comment

Ben Lomond craftsman, Robie Hiroz, makes magic and music in the mountains By Julie Horner September 22, 2018 With steady hands rough and stained with varnish, Robie slowly takes the top of the fiddle off with a butter knife. The top releases. “The seal breaks – makes that sound – POP! Scares you at first,” he says. A four-inch crack… Read More

Photography

Winter Snowstorm in the Santa Cruz Mountains

February 28, 2018September 22, 2023 slvpost.com0 comment

In February of 2018, a rare snow storm did more than just dust the Santa Cruz Mountains. This was a morning when being late to the office was excused. A winter wonderland that would lure anyone off schedule. Photos by Julie Horner for the SLV Post near the junction of Bear Creek Road and Highway 35, Santa Cruz Mountains. From… Read More

Obituaries

Forever in our Hearts – Remembering Heidi Ann Newton

January 24, 2017August 29, 2024 slvpost.comObituaries0 comment

By Kara Ferguson On January 4, 2017 our dear friend, Heidi Newton, lost her battle with cancer. This vibrantly beautiful woman fought like a warrior from beginning to end and touched so many people during her journey. We met in 1999 while working at Camp Campbell. Cassie Castillo introduced us and Heidi quickly became part of of our circle of… Read More

Business Main Street SLV

A Toast to the Craft: Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing at The Cremer House

October 16, 2015October 15, 2023 slvpost.com0 comment

By Julie Horner October 16. 2015 For two luxurious sun-drenched days, the Santa Cruz Mountains Art, Wine, and Music Festival invited revelers to stay local, kick off their shoes, dance on the green to live music, and enjoy a final taste of summer among the redwoods. On hand to pour hand-crafted suds: Boulder Creek Brewing on Saturday and Santa Cruz… Read More