‘Weird’ compilation arrives at Kelly’s Books
A new compilation of short stories by 17 local authors, “Santa Cruz Weird,” focuses on the strange, the unexplained and the just plain goofy from the Pajaro Valley to Bonny Doon.
Two arrested after high-speed chase ends in Watsonville
Two men are in custody after a high-speed car chase that reached 150 miles per hour Wednesday in Watsonville.
The incident began on Highway 1 at Freedom Boulevard when police attempted to stop a white Buick Envista for traffic code violations.
The driver fled, triggering a...
Santa Cruz County Health Officer announces retirement
Santa Cruz County Health Officer Gail Newel on Thursday announced that she will be retiring in June.
Newel was appointed to the position in July 2019.
During that time, she led the county through the Covid pandemic, considered to be the largest public health crisis in...
PV Arts opens new metalwork exhibit
WATSONVILLE—A new exhibit has opened at Pajaro Valley Arts’ (PVA) gallery in Watsonville, highlighting the artistic medium of metalwork.
Presented by the Monterey Bay Metal Arts Guild (MBMAG)—a local organization aiming to promote the form and local artists—the show, titled “Reflections,” includes a wide range...
Music, activities and more lined up for Kidrageous carnival
In recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the 20th annual Jacob’s Heart Kidrageous Golden Carnival returns Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. at the Watsonville City Plaza.
Equestrian competition back in the saddle
WATSONVILLE—The annual Summer Fun in Watsonville Outback Cutting competition is unfolding at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.
Around 280 horses arrived mid-week for the five-day event that drew folks from around California, Arizona, Colorado and Texas.
Cutting is a western-style equestrian competition where a horse and...
Council mulling temporary ban on new drive-thrus
WATSONVILLE—The Watsonville City Council at its Tuesday meeting will weigh a 45-day ban on the approval of new drive-thrus.
The ban will need ⅘ approval, meaning six of the seven council members will need to vote yes in order for it to pass.
If passed, the...
City readies for renewed negotiations with PV Arts for Porter Building
WATSONVILLE—The city of Watsonville is expected to resume negotiations with the Pajaro Valley Arts (PVA) Council for the sale of the Porter Building after no affordable housing developers showed serious interest in the historic landmark.
Watsonville and PVA earlier this year had begun early discussions...
Award-winning filmmaker brings documentary to Watsonville
“Evolution of Organic” will be screened at the Watsonville Film Festival on Oct. 11.
‘Catz edge Nueva to capture first-ever CCS championship | Girls soccer
Jackie Cano has been an unstoppable force for the Watsonville girls’ soccer team since the Central Coast Section playoffs began in mid February.
The star...
