Kim Baskett appointed to judge position
A woman who has served as Santa Cruz County Superior Court commissioner since 2007 has been appointed as judge by Gov. Jerry Brown, the court announced Monday.
International Night deemed a success
Terry Medina leads the live auction during Watsonville Rotary Club's International Night at the Portuguese Hall on Wednesday.
Police connect with fieldworkers
The Watsonville Police Department has launched a program to help them connect with a population of people who are often reluctant to call them for help.
Conference offers help to young parents
PAPÁS, an agency focusing, primarily, on fathers, is offering a free conference Wednesday in Watsonville.
Cabrillo College graduates 1,117
In an event that kicked off the graduation season, a total of 1,117 Cabrillo College students received degrees and certificates Friday at the school’s Carl Conelly Stadium.
County officials warn of norovirus outbreak
The Santa Cruz County Health Department on Thursday urged residents about a “significant” norovirus outbreak that has already sickened 28 students plus staff in Boulder Creek.
Community briefs, May 18: Symphony League presents ‘Music and Art in the Garden’
Community briefs, May 18, 2017
Author to sign copies of new children’s book
Aptos author Linda S. Gunther will celebrate the release of her new children’s book, “Toffee and Esmerelda,” with a book signing on Saturday from 2-4 p.m. at Kelly’s Books, 1838 Main St. in Watsonville.
Watsonville High students earn scholarships
About 115 students from Watsonville High School were honored Tuesday during the Annual Watsonville High School Scholarship Awards Assembly at the Henry J. Mello Center for Performing Arts.
Protest, film target pesticide regulations
About 40 people gathered outside the CineLux Green Valley Cinema in Watsonville Friday to protest new regulations by the Department of Pesticide Regulation regarding...