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Patch Readers Say Zoccoli's Makes the Best Sandwich in Santa Cruz
The family-owned deli has been in business downtown since 1946--an eternity in Santa Cruz business years.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
- Santa Cruz, CA
brad.kava@patch.com
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I've loved journalism and Santa Cruz for as long as I can remember. A New York native schooled in Berkeley, my first stop on the West Coast was the smaller city on the bay–the Monterey Bay–and it was love at first sight.
I learned about what it means to cover a community here and to be part of a running dialogue doing a news talk radio show. My perfect life would be sitting on Pacific Avenue and talking to every person who walks by and discovering their story. And, that's my job, basically. What could be better?
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Counting Crows Side Project Plays Boardwalk Bowl Saturday
The Counting Crows have covered songs by the band Tender Mercies, which is doing a rehearsal show in Santa Cruz as a warm up for a 20,000-person gig at South By Southwest, opening for the Crows.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Deadline Met: The Soquel Bridge Will Have Mosaics by Mission Middle School Students
The kickstarter.com campaign met and went over its goal at the last minute, March 1, raising $5,686 to bring the bridge to life with colorful mosaics.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Much of UCSC Campus Shut Down Thursday
Police say protesters have agreed to stop at 7 p.m. and roads should be opened then.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Taking the Big Leap Into Marriage on Leap Day
Only three couples made the big commitment on Feb. 29: It's complicated.
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Capitola-Soquel, CA|News|
Taking the Big Leap Into Marriage on Leap Day
Only three couples made the big commitment on Feb. 29: It's complicated.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
Santa Cruz|News|
UCSC Protesters Plan to Close Down Campus Thursday
A protest over rising fees and budget cuts is expected to close the UCSC campus and back up traffic.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
Santa Cruz|News|
UPDATE: Live Oak Torturer Photos Released
Watch the video and check out the photos and see if you can help Santa Cruz Sheriff's deputies find the suspects.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Doobie Brothers, Jonny Lang, Los Lobos, James Cotton Come to Santa Cruz Blues Festival
The 20th anniversary edition of the music festival in Aptos Village Park brings some of the biggest names in music to Santa Cruz County. Tickets on sale today.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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DNA Evidence Helps Santa Cruz Police Find Alleged Vandal who Slashed Tires
Daniel O'Reilly was arrested by the Sheriff's office for possession of a dangerous weapon; Santa Cruz Police already had him identifed as the vandal who slashed tires in the west side.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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NOAA, Which Has Spent Millions on Yachts, Trips and Cars, Will Cut Money for Tsunami Preparedness
NOAA could trim $4.6 million from tsunami warning system in its 2013 budget.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Letter to the Editor: Proposed Santa Cruz Montessori School is NOT the Established Santa Cruz Montessori School in Aptos
The president of the Santa Cruz Montessori School in Aptos' Board of Trustees wants to make clear that his school isn't involved in the Santa Cruz School District Debate.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Transit Officer Stops Sexual Assault
The attack occurred at the Metro Center at 1:30 a.m. Saturday.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Where is the Best Place in Santa Cruz to Get a Sandwich?
You tell residents and tourists alike the best place to stop off for a sandwich, take out or stay in.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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The Concerns of Parents on Both Sides of the Proposed New Charter School
Here's a well-written and researched piece in the Sentinel outlining both sides of the debate over building a new charter school in Santa Cruz.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Santa Cruz Gang Task Force Arrests Eight Bikers at Highway 1 and Mission
Traffic backed up and drivers stared as the bikers held their hands up for police officers with guns drawn.
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Who Are the Biggest Political Contributors in Santa Cruz?
This chart lists donors who have so far given $208,000 in the current election cycle.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
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Series Launch: Best of Patch, and We Need You!
Each week, readers will have a chance to vote for their favorite businesses and service providers in a number of fun categories. This is your chance to help other readers find the best places in Santa Cruz.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
Scotts Valley, CA|News|
Leap into Marriage on Leap Year Day
One benefit? Just one anniversary every four years.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
Capitola-Soquel, CA|News|
Leap into Marriage on Leap Year Day
After sold out wedding days the past Valentine's Day, the Santa Cruz County Clerk is offering Leap Year marriage ceremonies on Feb. 29. Just think, you only have to buy anniversary presents every four years.
Brad Kava, Patch Staff
