A massive blaze destroyed five vehicles and damaged five more in Scotts Valley over the weekend and interrupted the first day of camp for Mission Springs’ Outdoor Education Camp.
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After merger, Scotts Valley Faultline Brewing gets rebrand as Laughing Monk Brewing and Gastropub
Sunnyvale-based Faultline Brewing Company opened a second location in Scotts Valley last year. Its owner, Bay Area-based Bedrock Restaurant Group, recently acquired San Francisco’s Laughing Monk Brewing, and is preparing to merge the two brands. The Faultline name is being retired, and the restaurant and taprooms will reopen under the name Laughing Monk Brewing and Gastropub at the end of this month.
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Sheriff’s office reports death of 5-year-old after sibling fight in unincorporated Scotts Valley
A 5-year-old boy died after a fight with his twin brother Wednesday in unincorporated Scotts Valley, according to a release from the Santa Cruz County Sheriff.
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From Burgundy to the Santa Cruz Mountains, Saison’s Mark Bright brings fine wine to new Scotts Valley wine bar
Ben Lomond resident Mark Bright is the beverage director and co-founder of Saison Hospitality Group and a respected sommelier. Now, he’s bringing his wine knowledge and passion to Scotts Valley with the opening of Saison Cellar & Wine Bar, which will focus on hand-selected wines from Europe, particularly Burgundy, France, as well as the Santa Cruz Mountains.
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News roundup: Coast Classic, Aptos Village project, student robotics, Scotts Valley library
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Coming to Scotts Valley: Kid-friendly play space meets café for grown-ups
The brainchild of former preschool teacher Shastina Troup, Haven Café aims to provide an indoor spot where children can do their thing while parents and guardians relax. Troup is targeting an early 2024 opening at a spot on Scotts Valley Drive.
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This week in Santa Cruz County business: Doug Erickson Q&A, Arrow Surf’s move, Ambient Photonics funding
In her weekly roundup of news and notes from the Santa Cruz County business community, Jessica M. Pasko hears from Santa Cruz Works founder Doug Erickson on the local tech scene, AI and more, delivers updates on a temporary change of scene for Arrow Surf & Sport and what’s new with Scotts Valley’s Ambient Photonics, plus local events and recommended reading.
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Scotts Valley’s Ambient Photonics raises $30 million for solar cell technology
With its proprietary low-light energy harvesting technology, Ambient Photonics is aiming to replace disposable batteries in devices such as remote controls, keyboards, mice and other connected devices.
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Residents overwhelmingly reject tax to fund Branciforte Fire Protection District; station set to close
Residents voted against a levy that would have raised an additional $1 million per year to double the staff at the Branciforte Fire Protection District and keep its only station open. The Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Cruz County will vote Aug. 2 to finalize the consolidation of Branciforte’s staff with the Scotts Valley Fire Protection District.
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Santa Cruz faces low lifeguard numbers as pools, beaches struggle to keep aquatics programs afloat
Amid a national lifeguard shortage, Santa Cruz County pools and beaches find themselves struggling to find help during peak summer swimming season, though the pandemic’s ebb and hiring incentives have made a dent.