Good morning! It’s May 18 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Warmer with plenty of sun in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be warmer with plenty of sun. The high will be 81 with a low of 45. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
Watsonville / Pajaro news
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Teen Taste-Off
Event date: May 19. Event time: 4-5 p.m. Location: 275 Main St., Suite #100, Watsonville. Description: Teens are invited to chann…
At Watsonville Library on May 19
Author Talks: Nir Eyal
Event date: May 19. Event time: 11 a.m.-noon. Location: Watsonville 95077
At Register and view more Author Talks at on May 19
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A lane on westbound Highway 152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway is closed for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to last until July 3.
Farmers market Tuesday
El Mercado is a weekly farmers market aiming to decrease food insecurity and improve access to health-promoting resources for Pajaro Valley families. This wellness-focused market offers health services such as diabetes screening in addition to fresh fruits and vegetables.
Tuesday 3-7 p.m. at 61 Crestview Dr., Watsonville, April through October Read more
Community crime report
- An assault on two elderly people and a probation violation happened near Union Street and Maple Avenue in Watsonville at 9 a.m. on May 14. (source)
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, leaving the scene after causing property damage, and driving with a license that was suspended for DUI. The incident happened near the 300 block of Clifford Avenue, Watsonville, at 3 p.m. on May 14. (source)
- Disorderly conduct due to alcohol, giving false identification to police, and felony parole violation happened near the 400 block of Rodriguez Street, Watsonville, at midnight on May 7. (source)
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