Watsonville / Pajaro Neighborhood Newsletter for Monday, February 2

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Good morning! It’s February 2 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Mostly sunny in Watsonville / Pajaro

Today will be mostly sunny. The high will be 73 with a low of 41.

Looking ahead: Near record-breaking high temperatures tomorrow

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Watsonville / Pajaro news

Watsonville Community Hospital faces a $23 million loss and Medicaid cuts, threatening local care. Leaders seek a private partner to stabilize finances, with an update by March; local oversight will continue.

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What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…

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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro

Add an event to our calendar

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Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

• There is a one-way traffic closure on South Highway 9 at Lorenzo Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of emergency work. The closure will last until April 1.
   
• A lane is closed on westbound SR-152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway for asphalt paving. The closure will last until July 3 at 5:59 a.m.
   
• South Highway 1 at Soquel Drive in Eastside / Live Oak is facing closures for K-rail installation. The closure is expected to end at 5:59 a.m. today.
   
• There are alternating lane closures on Highway 9 at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley because of bridge work. The closures are expected to end at 4:59 p.m. today.
   
• There is a lane closed on West SR-129 at Harvest Drive because of utility work. The closure will end today at 3:01 p.m.
   
• One lane of North Highway 9 at Encinal Street in the Westside/Downtown area is closed for shoulder work. The closure will last until February 28 at 3:01 p.m.
   
• A vehicle was blocking the road at 97 Springfield Rd early today at 6:15 a.m. The person responsible arrived and started moving the vehicle by 6:54 a.m.
   
• A medium-sized animal carrier with a bird flying around it was seen on the right shoulder of Highway 1 South at 41st Ave. in Eastside / Live Oak. No vehicles were stopped at the scene. The incident was reported on Feb 1. 

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Community crime report

• Police responded to a burglary, vandalism, gang activity, and possession of drug paraphernalia at Napa Auto Parts. The incident happened near the 100 Block of Hangar Way, Watsonville, around 1 a.m. on January 30. Officers found the suspect vehicle and arrested the people inside. (source)
   
• A person was arrested for having two outstanding felony warrants, as well as for having drug paraphernalia and a controlled substance. The incident happened near the 200 Block of Silver Leaf Dr in Watsonville at 2 p.m. on January 29. The person was taken to county jail. (source)
   
• A hair salon was broken into and several cosmetic supplies were stolen. The incident happened near the 100 Block of Crestview Dr in Watsonville. It occurred at 1 a.m. on January 29. Police did not find any suspects at the scene, and the suspect or suspects are still at large. (source)
   
• A vehicle burglary and theft happened near the 200 Block of Ohlone Parkway in Watsonville. The incident occurred at 10 p.m. on January 28. An unknown suspect broke the rear passenger window of a vehicle and stole various items from inside. (source)
   
• A person was arrested for suspected drunk driving and not having identification during a traffic stop. The incident happened near the 200 Block of Santa Clara St. in Watsonville at 11 p.m. on January 29. (source)
   
• Possession of methamphetamine was found during a bike stop. The incident happened near Mariposa Ave. & Marilyn St., Watsonville at 1 a.m. on January 30. (source)
   

Disclosure: Traffic incidents and police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.