Aptos man shoots woman, barricades himself in residence
The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team responded to an Aptos residence Wednesday night after a man reportedly shot a woman, and then barricaded himself inside.
A place for specialized care
The newest wing at Montecito Manor in Watsonville features plenty of bright, open spaces, its own dining room and a fenced-in outdoor area set up for family visits.
Apple farmers reeling from weather
This year’s apple crop took a hit from unusual weather patterns that began last year with heavy rainfall.
PVUSD Area 4: Two newcomers challenge board veteran
This is the final installment in a series of interviews with candidates running for seats on the Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees.
Master Officer Jess Ojeda retires after 28 years
Watsonville Police Master Officer Jess Ojeda retires at the end of December after a 28-year career.
Michael Watkins, county education superintendent, to retire
Michael Watkins, who has been with the Santa Cruz County Office of Education for 37 years, and has served as its superintendent for more than a decade, will be retiring at the end of his third term in 2018.
Elkhorn Slough designated ‘Wetland of International Importance’
The wildlife of Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve made itself known Friday morning to a crowd celebrating the site’s designation as a Wetland of International Importance by the Ramsar Convention.
Arrest yields numerous guns, some from gun shop burglary
A Watsonville man was arrested Thursday after police found 30 guns at his residence, some thought to be from the Oct. 4 burglary at Markley's gun shop
A show of support for climate change lawsuit
A large group of young people took picket signs in hand Monday afternoon and went on a short march near the Santa Cruz County Courthouse, a show of support for a federal lawsuit that could have a resounding effect on how the U.S. government deals with climate change.
Pajaronian to print weekly
The Register-Pajaronian will be changing its print schedule to a once weekly publication on Fridays. The initial Friday publication will be April 20.
Watsonville Police Department holds awards ceremony for outstanding employees
Dozens of law enforcement and emergency first responders gathered in the Watsonville City Council Chambers Wednesday for a promotional and award ceremony honoring Watsonville...
