Construction projects progressing
A Watsonville development company will break ground in August on a project that will add a hotel, a restaurant and two small shops to Watsonville.
Report shows number of homeless increasing
A biennial census taken in January shows that Santa Cruz County’s homeless population rose by more than 14 percent since the 2015 count, Santa Cruz County officials reported Thursday.
Year’s first case of West Nile Virus found in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County residents should take steps to reduce mosquito populations and avoid being bitten after a bird was discovered with the West Nile Virus, the California Department of Public Health said Friday.
Obon Festival returns to Buddhist Temple
The Watsonville Buddhist Temple will hold its annual Obon Festival on Sunday, and they invite the public to come share in the festivities.
Council throws support behind reservoir project
The Watsonville City Council voiced its support of a reservoir expansion project Tuesday that would reduce the flood risk for the Pajaro River.
PHOTO: Leafy crop harvest underway
A tractor operator hauls a load of freshly boxed head lettuce off a field on Lee Road under the Taylor Farms label.
Child psychologist sentenced to 16 years
Dr. John William “Bill” Visher, a child psychologist, found guilty of committing lewd acts with a minor, was handed a sentence of 16 years behind bars Tuesday.
R-P names new publisher
Jeanie Johnson, a former longtime Register-Pajaronian employee, has returned to the newspaper as its publisher.
Man dies in fiery Hwy 1 crash
A man died early Saturday in a brutal fiery crash after his car slammed into the center divide on Highway 1 in the northbound lanes.
Art for the public, by the public
Found across the planet and enjoyed by countless viewers, mosaics are known for their ability to last thousands of years. Now, the local community can create their own in downtown Watsonville, crafting icons that could last for generations.
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...