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Pajaro’s first marijuana dispensary opens

On Saturday, Santa Cruz Naturals will herald in its second location in Pajaro with a grand opening celebration that includes food, music and visits by elected officials.

Nonprofit veterans group receives grants


Vets 4 Vets, a Santa Cruz County nonprofit supporting local veterans, received two grants that will assist in providing services to veterans in need.

PV Arts welcomes new executive director

Linda Martin first person to hold position in decades.

Transportation commission approves corridor study

While likely still years in the future, passenger rail service in Santa Cruz County moved a step closer to reality Thursday when the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission unanimously approved the Unified Corridor Investment Study (UCIS), an in-depth look at local transportation infrastructure and ways in which to bolster it.

Man arrested for setting fire inside gym

Santa Cruz Police arrested a man early Tuesday morning after he allegedly set a fire inside a gymnasium, and then struggled with police who came to arrest him.

Judge blocks citizenship question on 2020 census

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration from adding a question about citizenship to the 2020 Census, a ruling that will almost certainly be challenged and wind its way to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Man shot outside Motel 6

A man was shot outside the Motel 6 on Silver Leaf Drive and South Green Valley Road early Monday.

Federal shutdown prompts early CalFresh disbursement

Santa Cruz County officials on Monday advised that anyone who receives CalFresh benefits will receive an early issuance of benefits for February, beginning the week of Jan. 16-20.

Burglar caught by residents’ hidden cameras

A Soquel man was arrested Friday after he was reportedly caught burglarizing his former Aptos residence.

Man arrested for stabbing, attempted carjacking

A man was stabbed at a car wash on Main Street before 9 a.m. Monday morning in a failed carjacking attempt.
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Aptos continues to grind despite rocky start | High school flag...

To be the best, one must beat the best. Aptos might not be there quite just yet as their 2-4 overall record indicates.  However, third-year head...