Burglary suspect arrested after chase
A Prunedale man was arrested Sunday by Monterey County Sheriff’s deputies after he reportedly broke into a home and then took off in a van.
County Sets Steep Fines for Illegal Dumping
The Department of Community Development and Infrastructure will implement stiff penalties for illegal dumping violations on July 11.
Santa Cruz County streamlines permits
County supervisors will work toward in-person help, a smoother online platform, and an efficient process, especially for smaller projects.
Ella’s at the Airport closes
A sign in the window of the popular eatery at the Watsonville Municipal Airport, said the sudden closure was due to “unexpected circumstances.”
City Completes Sports Court Upgrades at Callaghan Park
A lively ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at Callaghan Park in Watsonville as officials, sports fans and citizens celebrated the opening of six new pickleball courts.
Watsonville City Council Cuts Vacant Positions in New Budget
The 2025-26 fiscal budget which cuts several positions, reduces operational fees and implements a five-year capital improvement plan.
California Congressional Delegation protests Army Corps of Engineers cuts
A dozen members of the California Congressional Delegation urged the House Appropriations Committee to reject the Trump Administration’s drastic cuts to USACE.
2025 Farmer of the Year announced
Larry Jacobs and Sandra Belin, co-owners of Jacobs Farm del Cabo, have been named 2025 Farmer of the Year by the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau.
The award is presented annually to farmer(s) who have contributed “beyond their normal farming duties to help the community.”...
Shoulder-widening project on Hwy. 1 includes overnight closures
A shoulder-widening project on Highway 1 in Santa Cruz County is expected to be completed by the end of August.
METRO to seek support for half-cent sales tax measure
Supporters of a proposed ballot measure to fund Santa Cruz County transit will hold a campaign kickoff event later this month as organizers ramp...
