‘These are our kids’: Hundreds gather to call for the end of detention centers
A who’s who of officials from the local, county and state level spoke to the hundreds circled around a makeshift altar in the Plaza’s front lawn — an acknowledgment of the indigenous people of Watsonville, according to organizers.
Food, What?! named Nonprofit of the Year
Local youth empowerment and food justice organization Food, What?! has been honored as the California Nonprofit of the Year.
PVUSD strengthens ties with Latino Film Institute
For the past two years, PVUSD has worked with the institute, trying out some of its programs in local schools. Starlight Elementary and Cesar E. Chavez Middle School each created three original short films last year through YCP.
City sets guidelines for public art
The Watsonville City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved guidelines for murals and other public art, but rejected the idea of a $200 application processing fee.
Try This | July 12, 2019
A weekly column that celebrates local businesses — especially eateries, watering holes,
coffee shops and the like.
BirchBark Foundation celebrates 6th year, 300th saved pet
As costs for pet care continue to rise, the BirchBark Foundation is celebrating its sixth year, aiming to support owners who have pets with a life-threatening, catastrophic medical crisis and can’t afford the emergency medical care required.
Relay For Life returns to Watsonville this weekend
Relay For Life of Watsonville last year raised $115,207, and has totaled roughly $1.4 million over its 17-year run.
Jim Barsi—owner of Barsi’s Liquor Store—dies
James Joseph “Jim” Barsi, who ran his eponymous liquor store on East Lake Avenue for a half-century before selling the business and retiring in...
