Watsonville Wetlands Watch celebrates 30th anniversary
The extensive slough system that runs through the heart of the Pajaro Valley has become a cornerstone for local recreation, wildlife viewing, education and research.
These wetlands are home to various species of animals and plants, many rare and endangered. They help replenish groundwater, buffer...
Film crew hits Watsonville
Anyone passing through the streets of downtown Watsonville for the next few nights may notice a crew shooting for an upcoming film.
The production includes a car rigged with cameras and lights, and will take place in local restaurants and wetlands.
The film is “They Know...
San Francisco jettisons schools named after Washington, Lincoln
By Bryan PietschSchools named for historical figures, including Abraham Lincoln and George Washington, as well as current ones, like Sen. Dianne Feinstein, are set to be renamed.
Following the unrest in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 2017, which led to the killing of a protester by a...
Santa Cruz Chorale to hold annual holiday concert
The Santa Cruz Chorale will open its 2018-2019 season with “Christmas With the Chorale” on Dec. 8 and 9.
Police: No major issues on Fourth of July
Watsonville Police released its statistics Thursday for the Fourth of July holiday, which show a dip in calls for service compared to the previous year.
PG&E pleads guilty to 84 counts of manslaughter in Camp Fire case
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) on Tuesday pleaded guilty to 84 counts of involuntary manslaughter and one count of unlawfully starting a fire.
The rare acknowledgment of corporate culpability brought to an end two-years of litigation that stemmed from the Nov. 8, 2018 blaze,...
New health office boosts county homeless mission
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY—Thanks to $10 million in federal and state grants, Santa Cruz County has launched a new Housing for Health office, County Administrative Officer Carlos Palacios announced at a press conference Nov. 19.
Robert Ratner, who brings in 14 years of experience from Alameda...
Local organization raises $80,000 for young people and families
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY—Founder and executive director of FoodWhat Doron Comerchero said he is constantly impressed by the strength and resilience of the young people his organization serves.
The food justice nonprofit announced on July 30 the allocation of $80,000 for those currently enrolled in its...
Nuñez wins Santa Cruz County supervisor race
Tony Nuñez will be the next Santa Cruz County Supervisor representing the 4th District after final election results certified Friday showed he secured an...
