Earlier this week, a rare and hard-to-replace plant was stolen from the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum’s collection. Nursery manager and propagator Linda McNally said it was likely stolen by a “succulent enthusiast” who knew of its value, and she lamented its loss.
Beki San Martin
Beki San Martin is currently a graduate student at UC Berkeley’s school of journalism, focusing on narrative writing and investigative journalism. Most recently she reported on economy, business, labor, and transportation for Richmond Confidential, Berkeley’s online newspaper covering Richmond, California and Contra Costa County. This is her first time living in Santa Cruz and she’s grateful to get the opportunity to report a variety of stories in such a vibrant city.
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Watsonville Community Hospital nurses protest staffing issues, virtual doctors, as contract negotiations begin
Nurses at Watsonville Community Hospital held a news conference Tuesday to highlight the departure of 42 nurses since new public ownership — Pajaro Valley Healthcare District — reduced the number of part-time positions available. They say they want a union contract with the district that addresses this and other daily challenges nurses face at the hospital.