Pajaro River levee repair work begins
Crews began rolling heavy equipment along the Pajaro River levee system recently to repair damage caused by the winter storms of 2017.
Storm systems to deliver rain
A series of light storm systems out of the northwest is bringing rain to the Monterey Bay region over the next few days. On Monday, showers and heavy mist dampened the region.
Toys for Tots launches annual drive
The Santa Cruz County Toys for Tots program was born from the rubble and ashes of the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake.
Advocating for children’s safety
CASA of Santa Cruz County's training for new volunteers begins Jan. 30, with the deadline to apply on Jan. 18.
City, school district launch summer internship program
The Summer in the City Internship Program, a program put on by the City of Watsonville and Pajaro Valley Unified School District, kicks off its inaugural year July 9-27.
Man dies in solo-vehicle crash on Hwy 1
A man was killed after the vehicle he was traveling in crashed into a tree on Highway 1 early Tuesday morning.
PHOTOS: Strawberry Festival setup
The stage is being set for the annual Watsonville Strawberry Festival, which runs over the weekend.
Eiskamp named Farmer of the Year
Georgeann Cowles Eiskamp has seen her father and son receive the Farmer of the Year award over the years, but the fifth generation farmer had never gotten the honor herself. That was until Thursday evening, when the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau bridged t
Council candidates talk housing, transportation
The eight candidates running for the Watsonville City Council voiced their plans for the city during a forum Wednesday.
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.
MVC boys’ cross country runs away with PCAL Gabilan Division title
Monte Vista Christian wrapped up the Gabilan Division boys cross country title after putting on a fantastic performance at last week’s Pacific Coast Athletic...
