Take the plunge
The Parks and Community Services Department Summer Aquatics Program, held at the Watsonville High School pool, is up and running. The program consists of swimming lessons and recreational open swim available to the public, and is geared for all ages and a
A look at the county's spooky locales
Santa Cruz County is known for its surfing and its tourist-friendly boardwalk but the coastal county has also been a hot bed for ghosts and legends.
PVUSD to purchase Towers
The Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees on Wednesday unanimously approved a plan to purchase its Towers headquarters, a move that is expected to save the district more than $28 million over the next three decades.
Standoff shuts down Clifford Avenue
Police have shut down Clifford Avenue between Claremont and Melrose avenues Friday morning to make way for a stand off that is currently in progress.
Remembering the veterans
Richard Montalvo was born and raised in Watsonville, and graduated from Watsonville High School in 1967. Robert Swinn lives in Scotts Valley, but his parents were born in Aromas and Freedom. Both men have made it their mission to care for monuments in Wat
Watsonville declared a ‘Dreamers City’
The Watsonville City Council unanimously voiced its support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program Tuesday, joining numerous cities across the country in reaction to President Donald Trump’s decision to end the program.
D’La Colmena Market & Catering celebrating 40 years
Four decades ago, Manuel Gonzales started D’La Colmena market on Rodriguez Street near the post office.
Vazquez appointed as Monterey County judge
The Superior Court of California for the County of Monterey announced the investiture of Rafael Vazquez on Feb. 2.
County unveils new jail re-entry facility
Santa Cruz County corrections officials showed off their newest facility Friday, which was created to be a final stop for inmates before they are released.
PV High grads hold parade at Starlight Elementary
A group of Pajaro Valley High School seniors participated in the school's first-ever graduation parade on Monday, adorning their graduation colors and marching into Starlight Elementary School’s grounds.
PV’s Lara-Alvarez named Santa Lucia’s top player | All-PCAL football
In 2024, Pajaro Valley senior Benito Lara-Alvarez was primarily on the defensive side of the ball for the Grizzlies.
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