Good morning! It’s Oct. 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny and toasty conditions in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be sunny and toasty conditions; possible danger of dehydration and heatstroke while doing strenuous activities. The high will be 93 with a low of 57.
Watsonville / Pajaro news
“No Kings” rallies return to Santa Cruz County Saturday to promote early voting for November midterms, encouraging residents to attend and learn about early voting options.
‘No Kings’ rallies Saturday in Santa Cruz County: Where to go and how to vote early
By Tania Ortiz
Oct 16, 2026
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Farmers market today
With its food vendors and food trucks featuring regional Latin American cuisine, the Watsonville Farmers Market is known for being a place to hang out and stay a while after fulfilling your weekly shopping needs.
Friday, 2-7 p.m. at Peck Street near Main and Union streets, Watsonville, year-round Read more
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for having two outstanding misdemeanor bench warrants. The incident happened near the 100 block of Quiet Meadow Drive, Watsonville, at 9 p.m. on Oct. 14. The person was taken to county jail, and the case was sent to the district attorney’s office for review. (source)
- A skateboard worth $700 was stolen and the suspect rode away on it. The incident happened near the 100 block of San Benito Street, Watsonville, at 1 p.m. on Oct. 14. The suspect was not found, and the victim wants to press charges. (source)
- A vehicle was broken into and its rear passenger window was found shattered. This happened near Ford Street eastbound and Walker Street in Watsonville. The incident occurred at midnight on Oct. 15. The owner did not want to press charges, so the case is closed. (source)
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