CA Sushi Restaurant Destroyed In Fire

The eatery was destroyed when a dental office on the floor above collapsed into the restaurant, a report said, adding several koi fish died.

Santa Cruz, Capitola Police Arrest Man Following Robberies, Chase

A man accused of robbing banks in Santa Cruz and Capitola ked police on a chase and tried to disarm an officer, according to officials.

Central Fire Protection District: Request For Proposals - Fixed Site Fuel System

Central Fire District is seeking proposals for a fuel management system, to be implemented at three (3) existing fueling sites. Bidders ...

Central Fire Protection District: Central FD Elections Redistricting Plan Update

Four maps were initially presented by NDC, then two more (Orange II and Purple II) after input from the Board and Public at the public h ...

Central Fire Protection District: NOTICE OF VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING

The re-districting process of the Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County is now underway. Central FD currently has an at-large elect ...

Central Fire Protection District: Occupational Medical Services RFP

See the latest announcement from the Central Fire Protection District.

Central Fire Protection District: New Virtual Meeting & Public Hearing Attendance Requirements

The Zoom meeting ID for the next Regular Board Meeting on January 13, 2022 is #964 9248 0486, Passcode 870046. You may also dial in by t ...

Central Fire Protection District: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION

Central Fire District will be holding a Public Hearing at the regular Board Meeting on 12/9/21, regarding Adoption of Ordinance #2021-01 ...

Central Fire Protection District: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS RE: ELECTIONS REDISTRICTING

Public Hearings to receive community input on communities of interest, district maps and election sequencing for the formation of five e ...

Central Fire Protection District: Annual Second Harvest Holiday Food Drive Underway

Donations of canned or dry goods are being accepted at all of our 7 station locations, Administration and CRR offices. In addition, our ...

Central Fire Protection District: Request For Proposal - Payroll Vendor Services (Revised)

All inquiries related to this RFP are to be directed, in writing, to Gena Finch, Human Resources Director at gena.finch@centralfiresc.or ...

Thousands In Santa Cruz County Still Without Power

Power outages continued to affect Santa Cruz Co. after a blustery Monday that toppled power lines and prompted outages across the Bay Area.

Central Fire Protection District: Request For Proposals - Planning Services

All inquiries related to this RFP are to be directed, in writing, to John Walbridge, Fire Chief at john.walbridge@centralfiresc.org. All ...

Central Fire Protection District: The September 26th Project

Feda was a fearless advocate for families with autistic children. She spearheaded autism insurance reform in California and advocated fo ...

Central Fire Protection District: Central FD Re-Districting Process Information

The Central Fire District has chosen National Demographics Corporation to implement the planning, mapping and population data collection ...

Central Fire Protection District: Request For Proposals - Payroll Vendor Services

Submission of Proposal

Central Fire Protection District: "Prepared, Not Scared" Wildfire Preparedness Webinar

When: Wednesday, August 25th, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Central Fire Protection District: New Vaccine Policy For Central Fire District

At the recent Board Meeting on August 17th, 2021, the Central Fire District Board of Directors gave the following direction:

Central Fire Protection District: Sept. 11th Memorial Stair Climb Event & Fundraiser

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. To commemorate those who lost their lives, Central Firefighters Loca ...

Central Fire Protection District: NOW RECRUITING – FIRE INSPECTOR (Non-Safety)

Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County is currently recruiting for the position of Fire Inspector (Non-Safety). A full announcement ...

Central Fire Protection District: Santa Cruz County Recommends Indoor Masking For ALL Residents

Fully vaccinated people are well-protected from the serious effects of COVID-19, including the Delta variants. Vaccinating as many peopl ...

Central Fire Protection District: Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Available For Viewing

The County of Santa Cruz has posted the draft of the updated 2021 - 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan on their website, where it will re ...

Central Fire Protection District: Active Shooter Training

This training is part of a continuum of training and planning conducted by law enforcement agencies and County fire departments for the ...

Central Fire Protection District: Reporting Illegal Fireworks

In addition to reporting them as it happens, we also would appreciate emails reporting exact addresses to our Community Risk Reduction D ...

Central Fire Protection District: New Fee Schedule Approved, Effective 7/1/2021

The new schedule combines the previous Aptos/La Selva and Central FPD schedules to include fees for State Mandated Inspections and was b ...

Central Fire Protection District: World's Shortest Parade Returns To Aptos

For more info on the parade, visit the Aptos Chamber of Commerce Website. http://aptoschamber.com/independence/

Central Fire Protection District: Home Hardening & Fuel Reduction Property Tour

Date: Saturday, July 12, 2021

Central Fire Protection District: PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

DATE AND TIME: Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as possible.

Central Fire Protection District: Backyard Burn Season Ends April 30th!

See the latest announcement from the Central Fire Protection District.

Central Fire Protection District: CDC Guidelines For Vaccinated Adults

https://espanol.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated-guidance.html

Soquel DUI Suspect Arrested In Connection To Collision

A woman was arrested Friday following a collision in Soquel that sent a motorcyclist to the hospital with major injuries.

Pedestrian Seriously Hurt In Santa Cruz County Crash

The pedestrian was in a crosswalk near Soquel when he was hit by a car.

House Fire Displaces 3 Santa Cruz County Residents

The fire was reported late Thursday night. Flames, smoke and heat damage rendered the home uninhabitable.

Husband's Border Arrest For Murder: Santa Cruz County Police Log

"Tony" OKs stay in stolen RV, owners sought for swiped go-kart & bike and other crime & fire news this week in the area.

SEE: SeaBreeze Tavern Unsafe For Occupancy After Fire

A significant amount of second-floor storage made it difficult for firefighters to tackle the blaze.

Memorial Service Planned For Fallen Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller

Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller was a 14-year veteran of the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office, killed in a volley of gunfire and explosives.

'Canine Hero' Rescued After 80-Foot Fall In Santa Cruz County

Blu, a Monterey Bay Search Dogs team member, does his best to save others. But after a scary fall, his people came to the rescue.

Man Posed As Trainer And Stole Another Dog, Sheriff Says

This is the second time Benjamin Friedenberg has faced charges of grand theft of a dog, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said.

Man Dognaps Friend's Pup, Sheriff Says

Stolen dog Thor has not been found since a Soquel man offered to train him, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said.

13 Guns, Pound Of Meth Found, Sheriff's Office Says

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office have accused the man of possessing the drugs for sale.