More candidates seek Santa Cruz County’s Second District seat
A total of six people have so far announced their intentions to run for the Second District seat on the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors, which opened when Zach Friend announced he would not seek a fourth term.
Previous stories covered Kim De Serpa,...
Watsonville residents warned of possible flooding
WATSONVILLE—Santa Cruz County has issued a flood advisory for three evacuation zones along Corralitos and Salsipuedes creeks. The Pajaro River is not at risk of flooding, County officials say.
The warning is in effect for zone PAJ-E026, which is north of Wagner Avenue, south of...
State board approves new charter school for Watsonville
California’s top education officials on Wednesday approved the charter petition of a school that was rejected twice in Santa Cruz County.
Caput endorses Hernandez in supervisorial race
Santa Cruz County Supervisor Greg Caput announced Sept. 14 that he is endorsing Felipe Hernandez to succeed him in the November election.
Hernandez, a former Watsonville mayor and current Cabrillo College trustee, is facing current City Councilmember Jimmy Dutra in the race to fill the...
PHOTO: Masks in the park
Attendees of the monthly Watsonville Wednesday gathering show off masks and other Halloween decorations Wednesday in Watsonville Plaza.
Highway 1 in Watsonville to reopen beginning Wednesday evening
WATSONVILLE—Highway 1 is expected to reopen tonight, according to Caltrans.
Caltrans spokesperson Kevin Drabinski said the southbound lanes of the highway, between Salinas Road and Highway 129 (Riverside Drive), are scheduled to open in the evening, while the northbound lanes should be reopened by Thursday...
Small business lifeline | About Town
A painting crew has been busy adding a fresh coat of paint and a new look Thursday and Friday to the long-standing Beach Street Cafe on West Beach Street.
Help is on the way for small businesses hit by sweeping closures, layoffs, and downsizing because...
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.
CHP celebrates 90 years
A celebration 90 years in the making is underway at the California Highway Patrol.
Briefs: Skillicorn BBQ; Elks Lodge car show
Skillicorn BBQ benefits Scouts
The Skillicorn BBQ returns Aug. 23 at the Corralitos Padres Hall, 35 Browns Valley Road, beginning at 5pm.
The event is a major fundraiser to support the Scouts BSA programs in the Greater Pajaro Valley of the Loma Prieta District. Since its...
City Council approves no-encampment zones
The Watsonville City Council on Tuesday gave final approval to a new camping ordinance creating designated “no-encampment zones,” allowing the city to immediately remove...
