Teaching the teachers
In a large, sunny field late Monday morning, about two-dozen Pajaro Valley Unified School District teachers were down on their knees, taking a close look at the plants, animals and other things they found.
Watsonville’s Annieglass celebrates 35 years
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Annieglass, which now sells its handcrafted glassware to some of the most high-end retailers and restaurants across North America.
Former jail guard makes first court appearance
Marco Del Real, the former Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s deputy who was charged last week with having sex with a female inmate, made his first appearance in Superior Court Monday.
City receives $321K to plan school access improvements
The City of Watsonville was recently awarded a $321,000 planning grant from the California Transportation Commission to identify projects that will improve access for bicyclists and pedestrians to 15 Watsonville schools.
Keeping a curious eye
Pajaro Valley Arts’ latest exhibit, “Museum of Curious Perceptions,” arrives on Wednesday at the PV Gallery.
Aptos Village work progressing
Construction of the Aptos Village Project is progressing as planned, with structural work on the Hihn Apple Barn completed earlier this month.
Loose trailer smashes into pedestrian
A male pedestrian was seriously injured Friday morning in a freak crash where a trailer, loaded with gravel, broke free from a pickup and smashed into him on Harkins Slough Road where he was walking his dog.
County supervisors approve housing bond, sales tax measure
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday paved the way for voters in November to decide on two measures that could affect their pocketbooks even as they fund housing projects and other social services.
Celebrating fatherhood
Fathers and their relationships with their children took center stage Saturday at the annual lunch celebration at Ramsay Park put on by Papás of the Central Coast.
JACOB’S HEART PRESENTS THE 19TH ANNUAL KIDRAGEOUS CARNIVAL
The 19th Annual Kidrageous Golden Carnival at the Watsonville City Plaza is an amazing day of fun for your entire family. Celebrate hope with Jacob’s Heart children and families.
Proposition 50 starts strong, with 64% of the statewide vote
This story has been updated with new results and with a statement from the Santa Cruz County Republican party chair.
Statewide voting results Wednesday morning...























