Police: Don’t let your Fourth be a bust
Police and fire officials in Watsonville and Santa Cruz are warning that Fourth of July revelers who celebrate with illegal fireworks are risking serious fines.
Senior center getting upgrade, aiming for more
The Watsonville Senior Center is currently getting its first renovation in several decades by the City of Watsonville, with new bathrooms, parking lot, and ADA-compliant handrails and door handles.
PHOTO: Valencia Road bridge work continues
Heavy equipment and big steel are part of a new bridge project on Valencia Road in Aptos.
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.
Raiders go heavy on defense in NFL draft
Oakland used its top three picks on defenders to strengthen the secondary and interior line before finally addressing its most glaring need by drafting Wake Forest inside linebacker Marquel Lee with a fifth-round pick Saturday.
A's rally with 5 runs in 9th on 2 HRs to beat Mariners 9-6
Joyce hit a two-run homer and Canha added a three-run shot in a five-run ninth that sent the A's to a 9-6 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night.
Veteran returns to the sky
On Wednesday afternoon, Navy veteran Robert Shaffer was taken up in a Cessna 172 SP Skyhawk from the Watsonville Municipal Airport to celebrate his 91st birthday.
Warriors, Cavs get mental rest along with physical one
The two star-studded teams expected by many to face off once more in the NBA Finals each swept through their respective first-round playoff series in four games, leaving ample time for the Cavaliers and Warriors to rest up, heal up and prepare for the nex
RTC to consider transportation projects
The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission on Thursday will consider what projects should be covered by Measure D funds over the next five years.
Powerful storms clobber Central Coast
A string of strong winter storms slammed the Central Coast over the past several days, toppling power and communication lines, knocking down scores of...



















