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Capitola Wharf repair underway

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State and city officials joined around 100 people recently to kick off repairs of the storm-damaged Capitola Wharf.  Attendees spoke about a multi-year journey that led to the groundbreaking ceremony.  “This wharf for 130 years has been an essential part of this community,” said Congressman Jimmy...

Wine & Roses hits 40th year

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The 40th annual Evening of Wine & Roses unfolded Saturday night at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Put on by the Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley, the event serves as a fundraiser in support of health and wellness services for the Pajaro Valley. Guests...

Community briefs, May 13

Community briefs, May 13, 2017

Death toll reaches 85 in Mexico fuel pipeline fire horror

People in the town where a gasoline explosion killed at least 85 people say the section of pipeline that gushed fuel has been a habitual gathering site for thieves, repeatedly damaged and patched like a trusty pair of jeans.

Reel Work Film Festival returns

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The 22nd annual Reel Work May Day Labor Film Festival, April 27-May 8, is presented both live and online.  Viewings are followed by panel discussions with international and local filmmakers.  An all-volunteer group, many from the labor movement, has been meeting and viewing films since December...

Covered California customers to see rate increase

Thousands of people throughout California who benefit from Covered California are facing a 12.5 percent increase on their insurance premiums next year, state officials announced Tuesday.

One killed in small plane crash

One person was killed Monday morning when the plane they were flying crashed on the runway at Marina Municipal Airport, Marina Fire Chief Doug McCoun said.

Community meeting about Veterans Memorial Building set

The County of Santa Cruz is looking into the Veterans Memorial Building and how it could once again serve South County veterans groups. Applied Survey Research (ASR) was tasked earlier this year by the county to gather information.

Series of earthquakes hit San Benito County

Largest measured at 4.1 magnitude.

What's going on? | Aug. 31 – Sept. 6

Weekly events calendar for Aug. 31-Sept. 6.
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Man arrested after trying to kidnap girl

A Castroville man is facing kidnapping charges after he allegedly grabbed a 10-year-old girl who was walking home Friday. Salvador Hernandez-Saldivar, 61, was charged with...