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September 1, 2026

7 curiosities of the Santa Cruz Mountains

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The history of the Santa Cruz Mountains is still underneath the soil of the redwoods—until it gets dug out. Millions of years ago, the region was submerged in water, leaving leftovers of marine sediment to molt into the sandstone and limestone we have today....

Subject reportedly watering marijuana plants outside his car at CVS Pharmacy on Blossom Hill Road (Police Blotter, June 21-27)

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June 21 A man was reportedly hiding in bushes and pacing up and down Blossom Hill Road and Cherry Blossom Lane at 1:34am. Juveniles on e-bikes collided with a vehicle on Winchester Boulevard and no injuries were reported at 2:11pm. A caller believed that a man who...

Popovich: How to be happier in life

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What Is happiness? Everyday terms: Happiness is feeling joyful, content or satisfied with life. It includes small pleasures as well as a deeper sense of meaning and fulfillment. Psychological perspective: Psychologists define happiness as subjective well-being—a combination of positive emotions, life satisfaction, and a sense of purpose. It...

Independence Day 2026: America Turns 250!

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Back 250 years ago, after 11 years of war with Great Britain, the United States Declaration of Independence was signed by the revolutionists. The American Revolutionary War lasted from 1775 to 1783. Thirteen original colonies broke free from the British Crown. The Kingdom of Great...

Blum: Out of the shower, into the gallery

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I usually get my ideas for articles while showering. I don’t know why this is. When I was in college, I used to sing Neil Young songs in the shower, so I guess this shower brainstorming routine is an improvement. Recently, however, I received...

Q&A: Town responds to questions about new MyLosGatos311 app

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We reached out to the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department to learn about the way the Town’s new MyLosGatos311 app interacts with overall public safety matters. They directed us back to the Town Manager’s Office. An official there provided the following responses. What prompted the...

The future is looking bright for this young filmmaker and ballet dancer

Will Stout in the studio
William McClure Stout attended three separate high schools to pursue a future in the arts. After completing two years at Los Gatos High School, his Los Gatos Ballet instructors, Peter Doll and Kristin D’Addario, suggested he consider transferring to a program at San Francisco...

Letters about LG Farms piece, war in the Middle East and our Shane Tarkington profile

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Response to article about LG Farms and owner Toni Kent Seeing her featured on the front page of Los Gatan and in this wonderful article is such a testament to the years of love, dedication, and hard work she’s poured into Los Gatos Farms. Congratulations, Mom!...

Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Co. named ‘Business of the Year’

Gail Pellerin hands cafe an award
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company, the artisan roastery that serves as a community hub, was founded by Teri Hope more than 45 years ago. That makes it the longest-running coffee roaster in Silicon Valley. But the enticing smell of roasting beans has been absent...

Los Gatos Farms’ summer camp makes a comeback after several-year hiatus

LG Farms counselors with a pony
Toni Kent, the owner of Los Gatos Farms, reignited her summer camp for kids ages 3-12 on June 15, after being on hiatus for the last six years. The 30 acres that make up Kent's estate have served primarily as a horse stable for...

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