The ultimate merger
As a child growing up in Watsonville, Phillip Retamoza had two passions: Mercury vehicles and music — specifically guitar.
Rancho Del Mar project set for final approval
The Santa Cruz County Zoning Administrator on Friday will consider approving changes to the Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center in Aptos, a decision that could be the final word on the controversial project.
New charter school submits petition
The Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees will hear a proposal for a new charter school during its April 25 meeting.
Exxon responds to Santa Cruz city, county lawsuit
In an opening salvo in what could be a protracted legal battle, the Exxon Mobil Corporation has fired back at a lawsuit filed in December by the City and County of Santa Cruz.
PVUSD offers one-time payment to teachers
Pajaro Valley Unified School District officials offered teachers a one-time payment of $3,200 in lieu of a raise, as contract negotiations resumed Thursday.
Thriller to make debut
"House on Rodeo Gulch" made its debut on July 22 at the Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave. in Santa Cruz.
Charges spelled out for former neurosurgeon, codefendants
In a hearing packed with graphic descriptions of sexual abuse against four children, a Santa Cruz County Superior Court Judge on Tuesday heard a litany of accusations against a former Santa Cruz neurosurgeon and his two female codefendants, all of whom are facing multiple charges and lifetimes in prison.
Woman who allegedly rammed deputy pleads not guilty
A Santa Cruz woman who was shot after allegedly stealing a Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s cruiser and striking a deputy with it made her first court appearance Wednesday morning, where she pleaded not guilty.
Coffeeville expands in East Lake Village Shopping Center
New space includes more seating, additional menu items.
Farm tour doubles its numbers
An estimated 2,000 people visited farms throughout Corralitos Sunday, stepping into orchards, walking through crop-rows and delving into the inner-workings of an industry normally closed to the public.
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...




















