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Donations provide a new dining area at Salvation Army

Donations from local agencies have led to the completion of a new outdoor dining area at the Salvation Army in Watsonville.  The Second Harvest Food Bank, the Santa Cruz Community Foundation and a local citizen, were the primary donors for the 50-by-33-foot metal canopy that...

Teen Kitchen Project seeks volunteer drivers

Teen Kitchen Project is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver food to those in need.

Community briefs, Jan. 18: Realtors to install officers

Community briefs, Jan. 18, 2018

Watsonville man pleads no contest in 2021 fatal crash

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A 48-year-old Watsonville man pleaded no contest Wednesday to charges he was intoxicated when he caused a crash in 2021 that killed another man, prosecutors said. Israel Cruz pled no contest to one count of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and one count of driving...

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...

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.

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.

Rotary Club of Watsonville to hold job-shadowing day

Every year, a group of Watsonville High School students takes a day away from classes for a glimpse at the possibilities their futures could hold.

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.
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Community invited to National Night Out

The public is invited to National Night Out, a series of gatherings held in communities throughout Santa Cruz County on Aug. 5 from 3-7pm. National...