Science workshop turns 20
Twenty years later, the Watsonville Environmental Science Workshop reaches more than 600 kids a week as well as 4,250 free after-school science lessons a year.
A flurry of work
Workers are busy with 50 construction and renovation projects at 27 sites throughout Pajaro Valley Unified School District, thanks to Measure L, the $150 million bond approved by voters in 2012.
Police arrest alleged serial DUI offender
The Watsonville Police Department is crediting a quick-thinking convenience store clerk for the arrest of man who was driving his vehicle while intoxicated.
Martinelli’s to move production facility
The S. Martinelli & Company production facility at 227 East Beach St. has been a centerpiece of Watsonville’s culture since it was established there more than 132 years ago.
Layoffs, zombies and sarcasm
In his songwriting, Michael Gaither focuses on three things: sarcasm, nostalgia and gratitude.
Tequila, taco festival returns
The fourth annual Tequila and Taco Music Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday at San Lorenzo Park in Santa Cruz from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.
Successful business taps South County
Sometime in the late summer, beer lovers from far and wide will have a new option in Watsonville.
Watsonville Diesel open for business
More than a year after breaking ground on its new facility at 101 Aviation Way, Watsonville Diesel is up and running
Two seriously hurt in fiery crash
A car burst into flames after it collided with another vehicle on Hilltop Road south of Watsonville Thursday.
Three K-9s join Sheriff’s Office
Three new K-9s were sworn into duty Monday at the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office.
Photo story: Floodwaters cover Elkhorn Road
After their tuck stalled in this flooded section of Elkhorn Road Saturday these men wait for help. Scores of motorists were turned away at...






















