Creepy, kooky and spooky
They may be creepy and kooky, but the Addams’ are just like any other family you know: they have growing children, they live in a suburban neighborhood and they have that oddball uncle. But, the Addams Family is just a little more mysterious and spooky th
Casserly Road to close for repairs
Recent storms have crippled the over-crossing to a stream on Casserly Road. County officials plan to shut down the heavily travelled road for repairs.
Temperatures stepping up as summer approaches
Temperatures are starting to climb dramatically as a high-pressure system hovers over the region. With summer starting up Wednesday, a pattern of warm to hot days is on the map, depending if you live along the coast or inland.
Dedicated to dads
Since 2003, PAPÁS of Watsonville has strived to promote the importance of fatherhood and strengthening familial relationships. Throughout the year the organization holds a number of classes, workshops and activities, one being their annual Father’s Day ev
Police stop Escape
An Aptos man got his stolen SUV back Friday morning less than 24 hours after he reported it stolen, thanks to quick work by several law enforcement agencies.
Local heroes recognized
The American Red Cross of the Central Coast honored 11 community members for their acts of courage or compassion at the 12th Annual Heroes Breakfast on Friday at Twin Lakes Church.
Project makes cents
What happens when a man has extensive construction knowledge, 500 hours of free time and about 150,000 pennies?
Michael Watkins, county education superintendent, to retire
Michael Watkins, who has been with the Santa Cruz County Office of Education for 37 years, and has served as its superintendent for more than a decade, will be retiring at the end of his third term in 2018.
Palacios takes county’s top job
Former Watsonville City Manager Carlos Palacios has been named the County Administrative Officer for Santa Cruz County.
Greenhouse tour returns
The Monterey Bay Greenhouse Growers Open House, now in its eighth year, is a chance for the public to get an insider’s view of the goings-on of an industry that is a significant portion of the Pajaro Valley agriculture.
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...