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January 14, 2026

PHOTO: SUV rolls over on Green Valley Road

No injuries were reported.

Library showcases upcoming Birding Festival

A collection of books about birds, from birding and migration to backyard birding for beginners, is currently on display thanks to the staff at the Watsonville Public Library on Main Street.

PHOTO: Watsonville man celebrates 103rd birthday

Watsonville resident Manuel Zayas Ramirez celebrated his 103rd birthday with family Sunday.

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.

Dead woman was stung multiple times

A woman who was found dead in a stand of bushes along Harkins Slough Friday morning suffered multiple stings by either bees or yellowjackets before her death, Watsonville Police Sgt. Brian Ridgway said.

UCSC chancellor to retire

UC Santa Cruz Chancellor George Blumenthal announced Tuesday that he is retiring at the end of this academic year.

Beach Festival gears up for inaugural event

New event will take over Capitola Village Sept. 29-30.

Work begins Monday on Hwy 129/Carlton Road intersection

A project to improve the intersection of Highway 129 and Carlton Road beginning next week will result in traffic delays and a temporary closure.

Farm Discovery at Live Earth to hold annual benefit dinner

Event raises funds for educational organization

Community Bridges moves into new headquarters

Community Bridges has settled into its new offices in downtown Watsonville, bringing its headquarters closer to the majority of people it serves.
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County Supervisors approve draft BESS ordinance

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday moved forward with proposed rules aimed at regulating large-scale battery energy storage systems, which if...

Teen arrested after chase