Pajaro Valley Arts reopens gallery after six-month closure
WATSONVILLE—Pajaro Valley Arts’ gallery at 37 Sudden St. has once again open its doors after six months of being shuttered due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The State of California is now allowing most counties to reopen museums, aquariums and galleries at a limited capacity, after...
Report: Water usage decreases
A wet winter has slightly helped the Pajaro Valley’s water situation, but the continued over-pumping of aquifers and seawater intrusion remain significant issues.
Two bodies pulled from sunken vehicle in Moss Landing Harbor
MOSS LANDING—Two women died after their car plunged into the water of Moss Landing Harbor sometime late Friday night or early Saturday morning.
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victims as Maria Vanessa Carrango, 35, and Esther Monique Espinoza, 28, both of Salinas....
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk plans new Ferris wheel
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk plans on bringing back an iconic attraction, but it first must seek approval from the city’s planning commission.
Five years after the park removed its Ferris wheel due to age, plans are in the works to construct a new, 68-foot...
North County Fire District welcomes new firefighters, recognizes promotions
CASTROVILLE—The North County Fire District swore in five new firefighters on Tuesday and held a badge pinning ceremony for three who have recently been promoted.
During the ceremony at the Castroville Public Library, five new firefighters who have recently filled vacant positions received their badges:...
Early morning crash injures six
Multiple people were injured early Wednesday morning after crashing in Live Oak after a police chase.
Man charged with murder for shooting burglary suspect
A Watsonville man who allegedly shot and killed a fleeing burglary suspect on June 30 has been charged with murder.
Watsonville issues mandatory evacuation orders for flood prone neighborhoods
WATSONVILLE—Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for Watsonville neighborhoods with a high risk of flooding during this Wednesday’s storm, which is said to hit the region early tomorrow morning.
City officials urge residents who live within this map's blue-shaded area to evacuate tonight. Choosing not...
Dental coverage: Essential healthcare for California families
Over 30,000 under-resourced adults and children in Santa Cruz County rely on affordable dental care to live full, healthy, pain-free lives.
Across the State, 10...