Driscoll’s brings new children’s book to local schools
Dozens of Radcliff Elementary School students on Monday got a dual surprise: a berry feast from Driscoll’s, along with a free children’s book recently produced by the Watsonville-based company.
The book—“A Sofia Special”—tells the story of a young girl whose bad day at school improves...
Transportation Commission votes for virtual meetings, for now
SANTA CRUZ—The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) on Monday unanimously approved a plan to continue with virtual meetings for the coming year, as the Omicron variant of Covid-19 spreads and governing agencies across the state make similar moves.
Agencies that are continuing to...
County budget includes investments in Watsonville
SANTA CRUZ—The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved the proposed $1.033 billion budget for 2022-23, including a $680.7 million general fund.
The budget represents a $5 million spending decrease from the prior year.
Most notable in this year’s spending plan is the county’s...
Man struck by SUV in crosswalk
A man suffered serious injuries early Wednesday when he was struck by an SUV in Soquel Village.
Valentine’s Day events upcoming | What’s Going On?
Special Events
February Sip & Stroll (Feb. 8)
Capitola Village is hosting its fourth Sip & Stroll. Enjoy this special shopping experience, strolling through unique shops, while sipping locally featured wines and beers in our charming, historic Capitola Village. All proceeds will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank...
Ow Family hands out scholarships to students
George Ow Jr. and his family provided $500 scholarships to 106 high school seniors during a June ceremony at Cabrillo College.
Police looking for Utah woman missing from Rio Del Mar State...
The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office is looking for Danielle Staley, 35, who was last seen on Nov. 6, around 11:23pm near Rio Del...
