Mastering their field
In a grassy soccer field at Pinto Lake County Park Tuesday, a team of young soccer players from Watsonville joined two professionals for a workshop on goalkeeping that was described as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Hope Thrift moving into former Orchard Supply
Almost six months after Orchard Supply Hardware closed its doors in the Crossroads Shopping Center on South Green Valley Road, the building has gotten a new tenant.
Playing for a song
In the midst of a youth band concert Wednesday, 10-year-old Ben Miller performed a short trumpet solo. The piece was part of “The Monkeys,” a song he composed.
Golfing for good
On Friday, the Pajaro Valley Association of Realtors (PVAOR) held its annual golf tournament with proceeds to be donated to Watsonville's own women's shelter.
Vehicle damages bank
Bay Federal Credit Union in Watsonville was struck by a vehicle Monday, a collision that damaged a column and a portion of the building.
Lakeside facility nears completion
Lakeside Organic Gardens’ new shipping and storage facility is nearly complete, and workers on Monday were installing electric, refrigeration and plumbing systems throughout the building.
PHOTO: Sea of color at Wharf to Wharf
A massive mob of runners pour through the Seabright Area in Santa Cruz Sunday during the annual Wharf to Wharf race.
‘Strong competition’
Taylor Brown sat astride her quarter horse “I’m a Done Deal” at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Thursday, hoping to earn a place in a national championship in November.
New fence blocks out homeless camp
New fencing, topped with barbed wire and razor wire — a bold “stay out” statement — has been installed this week at the edge of a bridge over Watsonville Slough on Harkins Slough Road behind Ramsay Park.
Training future cyber warriors
Every day, millions upon millions of people switch on computers at work and home, delving into the myriad tasks that the machines are designed to perform.
Ocean Breeze horse schooling show in town
More than 60 horses and their owners rolled into Watsonville this week for the annual Ocean Breeze Hunter/Jumper Show at the Santa Cruz County...