Good morning! It’s June 1 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny and warm in the San Lorenzo Valley
Today will be mostly sunny and warm with the temperature breaking the record high of 84 set in 1951. The high will be 86 with a low of 51. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
Top news from nearby
The Murray Street Bridge in Santa Cruz will close as soon as June 10 for two-plus months; residents should expect detours. Martinelli’s canceling contracts with Pajaro Valley apple farmers, threatening the local industry.
Carmageddon: Second full Murray Street Bridge closure in sight, could begin as early as June 10
By Max Chun
Jun 1, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in the San Lorenzo Valley
Knitting at the Library @ Felton
Join us every Monday at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
At Felton Branch Library on June 1
Repeats 4 more times until June 29
Open Mic Mondays @ Henflings of Ben Lomond
Ten-minute time slots for spoken word, poetry, comedy, or solo/duet musical acts with Happy Hour prices at the bar. (No drum sets please.)
At Henflings on June 1
Trivia Tuesdays @ Henflings of Ben Lomond
Our trivia night is unlike any other with questions and formats unique to Henflings! Join a team and buzz in quick to answer questions for food & drin…
At Henflings on June 2
Felton Farmers Market
The Felton Farmers Market is a treasured weekly gathering May through October, now running for over 30 years. We appreciate the dedicated customers w…
At Felton Farmers’ Market on June 2
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- A serious traffic crash happened at the intersection of Covenant Lane and McAdams Lane in Felton at 3:01 a.m. today. At least one person was seriously hurt and flown to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
Farmers market Tuesday
The Felton Farmers Market is the second-oldest market in Santa Cruz County. On Tuesdays during late spring through early fall, a collection of regional farms and food businesses throw up their tents to sell a colorful array of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisanal bread, seafood and other staple foods.
Tuesday 1:30-5:30 p.m. at 120 Russell Ave., Felton, May through October Read more
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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