A growing respect
Former Watsonville Parks and Community Services Department park services manager Ernest “Big E” Contreras was honored Friday with his own tree in Watsonville Plaza, nearly two years after he took leave from the department.
PHOTO: Cub Scout Pack 515 recognized
Cub Scout Pack 515 of Corralitos was honored by Watsonville Mayor Oscar Rios and the City Council for their efforts during Coastal Cleanup Day on Sept. 16.
Bids sought for Senior Center upgrades
The City of Watsonville is currently accepting bids for the Senior Center Americans with Disabilities Act Upgrades and Improvements Project.
Camaraderie of artists
Twenty Watsonville artists are participating in the Arts Council of Santa Cruz County’s Open Studios, up from 12 in 2016, according to Open Studios and Events Director Ann Ostermann.
Crash sends man to trauma center
A man was flown to a trauma center with major injuries Friday night after a collision at Main Street and South Green Valley Road, Watsonville Police Sgt. Michael Ridgway said.
Repairs to start up on Soquel Drive in Aptos
Beginning Monday, the Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works will reduce traffic flow along Soquel Drive at Aptos Street to one lane to repair the road damaged by winter storms.
2026 Santa Cruz County Fair theme contest underway
Organizers at the Santa Cruz County Fair are asking the public for ideas for a theme for the 2026 County Fair.
Anyone who has a...
