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Cabrillo College names four finalists for president, sets Nov. 12 public forums
Cabrillo College has unveiled a short-list of four candidates to become the school’s next president, with plans for a community forum before aiming to select its next leader next month. Continue reading…
Watsonville High student was suspended previously for fighting, aggressive behavior before Oct. 23 attacks
A Watsonville High School student arrested in last week’s assault had previously been suspended for fighting and was already facing possible expulsion for aggressive behavior, according to district and union officials. Continue reading…
Smoky skewers and Japanese snacks: Yakitori Toriman expands into restaurant and konbini-style market
After four years of pop-ups, popular yakitori spot Yakitori Toriman is settling down in Capitola’s Brown Ranch Marketplace before the end of the year, transforming into a permanent restaurant and high-end Japanese market called Toriman. Continue reading…
ACLU concerns stall Santa Cruz County plan to allow immediate demolition of towed vehicles
County supervisors delayed a vote on a planned new ordinance that would allow tow companies to immediately destroy abandoned and inoperable vehicles after the American Civil Liberties Union sent a letter raising a series of legal concerns with the proposed law. Continue reading…
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Capitola Mall redevelopment inches forward; Driscoll’s pledges $5M for new campus farm store in SLO
The Capitola Mall’s future as a housing development is on the agenda for the city’s planning commission this week, Driscoll’s invests at Cal Poly and a commercial crabbing delay are all in focus in Jessica M. Pasko’s weekly survey of Santa Cruz County business. Continue reading…
City of Santa Cruz taps Cassie Bronson as new city attorney as Tony Condotti heads to retirement
The City of Santa Cruz announced Wednesday that it has appointed Cassie Bronson as its next city attorney, with current City Attorney Tony Condotti heading toward retirement. Bronson is currently the assistant city attorney. Continue reading…
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Best of Santa Cruz County events, October 31-November 2
Here are some events you may be interested in this weekend:
Friday, Oct. 31
- Evergreen Volunteer Days | 9 a.m. @ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
- Halloween Parade | 3 p.m. @
- Capitola Wharf: Watch the Sea Witches | 10 a.m. @ Capitola Wharf
- Halloween Dog Contest | 4 p.m. @ Abbott Square Market
- CREPE-O-WEEN NIGHT #2! | 8 p.m. @ The Crepe Place
- Jerry’s Middle Finger (21 and Over) | 8 p.m. @ Felton Music Hall
Repeats once more on October 31
- Pumpkin Painting and Costume CONTEST! | 5 p.m. @ The Painted Cork | This event costs $12
- Monster Trash Record Hop | 6 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Cider Co | Free
Saturday, Nov. 1
- Make a Glass Pumpkin! Hot Glass Workshops in our Davenport Studio | 12 p.m. @ Chris Johnson Glass – Studio Zayante | $150 to $185
- Walking Meditation in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh | 9 a.m. @ Mission Plaza Park | Free
- Aptos Farmers Market | 8 a.m. @ Cabrillo College | Free
- Cars and Coffee | 9 a.m. @ East Lake Village Shopping Center | Free
- Farmers Market Aptos | 8 a.m. @ Cabrillo College Aptos Campus
Repeats once more on November 1
- Witch Whores of Satan – Album Release w/ No Reason | 9 p.m. @ The Blue Lagoon | Free
- PINK BREATH OF HEAVEN, VONDRE, JUNEBUG | 8 p.m. @ The Crepe Place
- DAYDREAM TWINS, PINK BREATH OF HEAVEN, JUNEBUG | 8 p.m. @ The Crepe Place
Sunday, Nov. 2
- Open Mic Comedy at Shanty Shack | 7 p.m. @ Shanty Shack | Free
- Farmers Market Live Oak | 9 a.m. @ East Cliff Shopping Center | Free
- Andy Fuhrman on the Westside | 2 p.m. @ MJA Vineyards Westside
- Paddle Out | 6 p.m. @ Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
- Ariel Pink – With You Every Night Tour 2025 – 21+ | 8 p.m. @ Felton Music Hall
- Sea Scouts Community Dinner | 4 p.m. @ VFW Hall | $20
- Dzogchen One Day Meditation Retreat | 10 a.m. @ Wisdom Center of Santa Cruz | $80 to $108
- Winter Wonderland Bottle Painting with LED Lights! | 1 p.m. @ The Painted Cork | This event is $45, all supplies included!