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Yesterday I was lucky to wander through Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services on West Beach Street to cover a group from the San Jose Sharks who were loading up 70 grocery bags for the community and dropping off a $10,000 check. I was...

This new mural on Cruz Kitchen and Taps in Santa Cruz was recently created by Watsonville artist Paul De Worken of Monterey Bay Murals.

WATSONVILLE—In the days leading up to the first countywide economic shutdown, Lona Martinez thought the possibility of a mass closure was a rumor sparked by those looking to scare the public. “I thought it was a bunch of hype,” she said. “And then it happened...it...

Ten artists helped dress up a section of Pacific Avenue in downtown Santa Cruz last week during the first-ever “Color Our Street! Chalk Art Event.” As part of the monthly First Friday Art Tour, the project gave artists an open slate to create original...

WATSONVILLE — Watsonville Police is asking for help in identifying a man who was caught on camera vandalizing St. Patrick’s Church on Tuesday afternoon. Surveillance footage shows the suspect walking toward the front doors of the church with a spray paint can in hand. About 15...

For the past four decades, people fighting cancer have gathered to strengthen that battle at the annual Relay For Life. That event unfolded Saturday at Watsonville High School, where dozens of cancer fighters and their supporters joined in a flurry of games, live music, food,...

Jess Brown and Martina O'Sullivan take the stage at the "Be a Hunger Hero" kickoff event for Second Harvest Food Bank's Holiday Food & Fund Drive 2017.

Santa Cruz Community Health (SCCH) and Dientes Community Dental recently celebrated their 100th day of care at their new facilities on Capitola Road.  This duo joined forces to provide a comprehensive range of health services to low-income patients on a new 3.7-acre health and housing...

For this special one day event enjoy HALF OFF on all LARGE PIZZAS during the game (dine in only). Wash down all the delicious game day munchies with a BUDWEISER SPECIAL for only $4. Half time festivities will include a special RAFFLE for our football enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the fun! If you are watching the big game from home or host your own party Straw Hat Pizza has you covered with a one day only delivery special! 2 Large Pizzas 12 Mojave Hot Wings 6 Groovy Twists & We'll throw in 2 FREE 2 liter sodas to wash it down All for only $55

Franchise specializes in Asian rice and salad bowls Rancho Del Mar shopping center in Aptos is celebrating the opening of a new restaurant. Poki Bowl, which originated in San Jose, offers an extensive menu of Asian rice and salad bowls, with a plethora of raw fish...