10 Employers Hiring In Watsonville And Nearby

California Overland; ProCare Therapy; Schaeffer Oil are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Drugged Drive To Court; Gun Tossed: Watsonville, Area Police Log

Police rally for boy with cancer, distracted-driving crash, beach save, and other crime & fire stores from around Santa Cruz County.

Watsonville Shooting & Baseball Bat Attack Leads To Man's Arrest

The Moss Landing resident was taken into custody after being Tased by officers, officials said.

Hecker Pass Hwy Fire Knocks Out Power To 600

Traffic also was blocked in both directions after a tree limb fell on power lines, officials said.

Downtown Watsonville Complete Streets Plan

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Distracted Driver Blamed For Hitting Pedestrian: Watsonville PD

Police suspect the motorist was using his cell when he struck a woman crossing the street. The victim is in critical condition.

13 New Employers Hiring In Watsonville And Nearby

Sears; Covenant Care; Allstate are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Man Arrested In Watsonville On Suspicion Of Possessing Gun, Drugs

Police said Jonathan Alvarez, 37, of Salinas, was wearing body armor when he was arrested.

Earthquake Felt In Watsonville, Gilroy

The earthquake was reported just after 7:30 a.m. Did YOU feel it?

Monterey County Man Accused Of Torturing Pit Bull

Officials said the dog suffered burns over 90 percent of its body and was euthanized.

Man Accused Of Reckless Driving, Possession Of Drugs, Guns: WPD

Police credit several witnesses with tracking down the Watsonville man.

Santa Cruz Co. Deputy Returns $1,800 Bike To Owner

The bicycle, which was found during a probation search at Inn at Pasatiempo, was stolen from Soquel High on Monday.

Hours-Long Standoff Underway In Watsonville; 1 Injured

A man with a hammer is reportedly in a standoff with police.

12 New Job Openings In Watsonville And Nearby

Canepa; Wireless Lifestyle; Ardor Health Solutions are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Barricaded Suspect Keeping Watsonville Police At Bay

BREAKING: Residents are asked to avoid the area.

It's Compost Time!

Find out how to qualify for a compost bin!

Officials ID Seaside Man Killed In 'Spectacular' Crash Friday

Police called the crash "spectacular" in relation to speeds and trajectory at which the car was going as it traveled down the road.

Talking Taiko With Sensei Ikuyo

Watsonville Taiko Celebrates 27 Years

Cops Thanked For Saving Missing Man Who Wandered 145 Miles

The man, who was disoriented, hungry and tired, was discovered behind the famous Watsonville-based Martinelli’s on Valentine’s Day.

Flood Advisory Issued For Monterey County: NWS

The weather service advises motorists to not drive over flooded roadways.

More Traffic & Safety Improvements are Underway

The City's Engineering Division is excited to begin improvements on Airport Boulevard as part of a larger vision for traffic, bike & safety.

12 Employers Hiring In Watsonville And Nearby This Week

The Home Depot; The Salvation Army; Allstate are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Monterey Co. Man Sentenced To Prison For Attack With Golf Club

The Seaside man was also ordered to pay $8,170.70 to compensate the victim for his hospital bills.

Upcoming March Blood Drives In Santa Cruz County

More than 13,000 blood and platelet donations are needed every day.

Petition Launched For Teacher On Leave After Accidental Gunfire

Dennis Alexander was giving a presentation on gun safety at when he accidentally discharged his gun, according to Seaside police.

CA Teacher Accidentally Fires Gun During Class; Injures Student

The high school teacher was identified as a reserve officer and a city council member.

12 New Jobs In Watsonville And Nearby

Home Depot; Terminix; The Salvation Army are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Gun Buyback This Weekend In Santa Cruz County

Sheriff’s officials said those interested in participating will not need identification and no questions will be asked.

Man Fatally Struck By Truck While Crossing Near Ramsay Park

The pedestrian was airlifted to a hospital, where he died from his injuries, according to police.

Watsonville Road Closed Following Crash

Drivers are asked to avoid the area near Ramsay Park Family Center.

10 New Employers Hiring In Watsonville And Nearby This Week

Terminix; County of Santa Cruz; RSBBQ are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Cat-hatted readers from Kaiser Permanente thrill school children

Doctor, administrator read to children at Radcliff Elementary, bringing home message of life-long reading from Kaiser Permanente

North Monterey County Middle School Stabbing Prompts Lockdown

At least one juvenile was injured and one person has been arrested, officials said.

Seaside Man Sentenced For Murdering Mother Of His Children

Officials said on the day of her death Hong Ngoc Nguyen was at the courthouse to apply for a restraining order against her husband.

Watsonville Power Outage Affecting Thousands Of Customers

The outage was first reported at 1:11 p.m.

Watsonville Councilman Accused Of Sexual Assault Steps Down

Councilman Oscar Rios has been accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by two women.

12 New Employers Hiring In Watsonville And Nearby

Lucy Pet Products; Wireless Lifestyle; Confidential are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job!

Watsonville Residents Fall Victim To Virtual Kidnapping Scheme

Police offer tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of the alarming scam.

Superior Court of Santa Cruz Seeks Volunteers Civil Grand Jury

All qualified citizens interested in serving on the 2018-2019 Civil Grand Jury are invited to submit an application to the Superior Court.

12 Restaurants, Coffee Houses Hiring In Watsonville, Nearby

Coffeetopia; Bruno's Bar and Grill; Saturn Cafe are all hiring. Even more jobs at the Patch jobs board, and post your own local job listing!