Because election results won't be certified until December, the Watsonville City Council doesn't need to meet later this month.
Select bags of 9 oz. Fresh Express Spinach has been recalled from several supermarkets and stores around the Peninsula.
Over 30,000 ballots are left to be counted, leaving local races like the Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees too close to call. The Watsonville City Council is set, though.
Luis Alejo and Karen Osmundson likely to be reelected; Maria Orozco leading in school board race; four council members win uncontested races.
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Patch contacted eight biologists at California universities to get their opinion on Proposition 37. Seven of the eight urged a 'no' vote on the measure.
Don't forget to vote! Find your poll location and ballot summary in Watsonville, CA.
Holiday in the Plaza will brighten downtown’s shopping and dining this year.
There are 11 state propositions in the November election, and Patch is helping out with our voter guide of California ballot initiatives.
Local media is reporting that the movement spearheaded by Councilman Daniel Dodge has enough support to go a public vote.
The City Council is expected to extend the comment period for a portion of the Watsonville Vista 2030 General Plan.
The Monday afternoon event will focus on Props 30, 32, 34 and 36; Santa Cruz Mayor Don Lane is the keynote speaker.
The third and final presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney is Monday, Oct. 22, at 9 p.m.
Patch surveyed influential California Republicans and Democrats for their opinion on the second presidential debate on Tuesday.
Here are details on Tuesday's round two between President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney.
The council will also consider measures to protect public and environmental health at Pinto Lake Park.
Assemblyman Luis Alejo was on hand for the ceremony Monday in the San Joaquin Valley.
The recall of products has more than doubled to 240 products, with the FDA reporting a "fast-moving outbreak" of salmonella-induced sickness in 19 states.
'People of the Corn, People of Pajaro: A YES on Prop. 37 Bilingual Film Fest' October 20 at the Springfield Grange Hall.
The Community Restoration Project will do some work on the creek near Bay Village on Saturday.
The annual Watsonville Business Walk found many companies holding steady or wanting to grow.
The Watsonville City Council wants to consider different hours and check with downtown restaurants before moving forward.
The third annual Watsonville Business Walk will send teams door-to-door to see how business has been.
See some of the latest silly quotes from the men vying for office in November.
The Watsonville City Council will consider allowing food trucks to ring the City Plaza on Friday and Saturday nights.
Share your photos of, and thoughts about Space Shuttle Endeavour's farewell tour here, where Patch has published essential links and information, on this historic morning.
Santa Cruz County's economics appear to have improved slightly in 2011.
What did influential California Democrats and Republicans have to say about their party convention? Find out the results of our Patch survey of influential party members.
City Councilman Daniel Dodge wants more flood control measures on Salsipuedes Creek.
It will definitely fly over the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Watsonville is in between.
The first phase of the Pajaro River levee bench excavation project is done; Phase 2 will happen next year.
California State Parks Foundation has launched the Park Observation Program to encourage the community to get involved with caring for parks.
Santa Cruz movers and shakers hooked up at TEDx at Cabrillo Saturday.
How much water do you need per person? Don't shortchange your family.
Pentagon budget cuts of $500 billion could hammer Santa Cruz County businesses.
Pose important questions for the candidates for Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustee, Watsonville City Council and the state Assembly seat.
CalPERS pension list shows what former city and school employees are collecting.
The city also has drafted responses to the county Grand Jury report, which investigated Watsonville's financial practices.
Patch was on hand to help residents transition from plastic to canvas Friday.