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
A musical homecoming
When singer Andy Vargas heard that the City of Watsonville would be celebrating its 150th birthday in 2018, he knew he had to somehow be part of it.
Study finds disparity in coastal restoration projects
Stream restoration efforts along the coast of Central California are unevenly distributed, with activity more likely to occur in areas that are more highly populated and dominated by residents who are “whiter, wealthier and more educated,” according to an analysis by researchers at UC Santa Cruz.
Murder suspect pleads not guilty, faces 26 years
The Mount Herman woman accused of deliberately running over another woman with her vehicle on July 20 made her first court appearance Tuesday.
Judge finalizes adoption for transgender teen
After an attempt to settle with one adoptive family fell through, and after shuffling through several foster families, Luka Sousae-Furnal has finally found a home.
Opening day on the way
For many, the Santa Cruz County Fair is an event as timeless as the local agricultural community that inspires it.
Palacios sworn in as County Administrative Officer
Former Watsonville City Manager Carlos Palacios was sworn in as the new County Administrative Officer for Santa Cruz County Tuesday at the County Board of Supervisors meeting.
Police: Man vandalized several businesses, vehicles
A Watsonville man was arrested Saturday after allegedly breaking numerous windows of businesses and vehicles downtown, including at the Watsonville Police Department.
Hospital workers strike
More than 100 hospital technicians picketed in front of Watsonville Community Hospital Wednesday, decrying what they called “bad faith bargaining tactics” that include cuts to employees’ healthcare benefits.
The ultimate merger
As a child growing up in Watsonville, Phillip Retamoza had two passions: Mercury vehicles and music — specifically guitar.
Walgreen to pay $6 million in price scanner and expired products...
Walgreens has agreed to pay $6 million to settle allegations it overcharged customers and sold expired products in California, including violations identified in Santa...
