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May 24, 2026

Proposal could change county’s recycling accessibility

Vision Recycling, a local green waste recycling company, is resisting a proposal from Santa Cruz County that company officials say could lead to a loss of jobs and an increase in traffic.

Free sun protection

Free hats were the order of the day Thursday thanks to the folks at American Hat Makers on Aviation Way during the 10th annual Hat Day in the Sun.

Community briefs, June 24: Workshops focus on natural remedies

Community briefs, June 24, 2017

Finding a good match

The Central Coast may have an army of eager volunteers hoping to serve on a nonprofit board, and an abundance of nonprofits hoping to recruit them. The difficulty, however, comes in bringing the two together.

Cannabis licensing manager resigns

Daniel Peterson, who was hired as the county’s first cannabis licensing manager in September, announced Wednesday that he is resigning from the position.

Students receive Soroptimist awards

Twelve students from Pajaro Valley Unified School District received a total of $36,500 from Soroptimist International of Watsonville.

Community briefs, June 20: Nar-Anon group moves location

Community briefs, June 20, 2017

Raising funds for children’s hospital

The seventh annual Summer Scamper event will be held on Sunday at the Stanford University campus, with the intent to raise money for Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and child health care programs at Stanford University School of Medicine.

Trustees vote to spend one-time money

The Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees on Wednesday approved a plan to use $19.4 million in one-time funds to repair roofs and bathrooms, replace furniture, purchase textbooks and help the district reduce its deficit spending.
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Two arrested in construction equipment theft scheme

Monterey County sheriff’s detectives arrested two men and recovered more than $300,000 in stolen construction equipment tied to an organized theft ring targeting local...

Police Log May 12-19