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As a child growing up in Watsonville, Phillip Retamoza had two passions: Mercury vehicles and music — specifically guitar.

A little more than six years ago, triplets Kevin, David and Jason Gonzalez and their brother Flavio walked into Sanford’s Martial Arts in Soquel for the first time, tied the white belt of a novice around their waist and began a journey that has required years of work, focus and dedication.

An attempted murder suspect was arrested early Wednesday morning after a two-week investigation, Watsonville Police Sgt. Mish Radich said.

The Salvation Army in Watsonville will host an open house at its new homeless day center on Monday, a time when visitors can tour the facility and learn about the services offered there.

A Watsonville man suffered major injuries Thursday morning after he was struck by a garbage truck as he crossed Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville Police Master Officer Burt Iles said.

A San Francisco company that helps teachers purchase homes got a boost recently with a $500,000 investment by Community Foundation Santa Cruz County.

An informal survey by this newspaper along Main Street found 11 empty businesses on a stretch from Second Street to East Fifth Street.

Hundreds of people gathered in the Veterans Memorial Building in Watsonville on Sunday to celebrate Veterans Day.

Police have surrounded a building on Brennan Street Monday morning after reports that a burglary suspect is inside.

Jack O’Neill, described as a surfer, ocean lover, boating enthusiast, wetsuit pioneer and founder of the eponymous worldwide surf company, died Friday surrounded by family in his Pleasure Point home. He was 94.