Watsonville / Pajaro Neighborhood Newsletter for Thursday, Apr. 3

Good morning! It’s Apr. 3 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Mostly sunny and cool in Watsonville / Pajaro

Today will be mostly sunny and cool. There is a 5% chance of rain. The high will be 61 with a low of 40. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (7/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 am.

Looking ahead: Pleasant Saturday

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What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road incidents   ▼︎ food inspections   ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…

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Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

• A loose brown and white cow was reported on the road at the intersection of San Juan Rd and Tarpey Rd. The incident was first reported at 6:56 a.m. and updated at 7:00 a.m. today.
   
• A traffic collision involving two vehicles happened on Highway 1 North at the Freedom Blvd off-ramp in Aptos. Both vehicles were driveable, and there were no injuries. The vehicles were on the right-hand side of the road. The incident was reported today.
   
• Alternating lanes on South Highway 1 at Soquel Drive are closed for a striping operation. The closure is expected to end at 5:59 a.m. today.
   
• Alternating lanes on North Highway 1 at 41st Avenue in Capitola/Soquel are closed for a striping operation. The closure is expected to end at 4:59 a.m. today.
   
• The northbound lanes of Highway 1 at 41st Avenue in Eastside/Live Oak are fully closed for electrical work. The closure is expected to end at 4:59 a.m. today.
   
• The southbound lanes of Highway 1 at Soquel Drive in Eastside/Live Oak are fully closed for electrical work. The closure is expected to end at 5:59 a.m. today.
   
• A lane on North / South Highway 9 at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley is closed for electrical work. The closure is expected to end at 1:01 p.m. tomorrow.
   
• North Highway 9 at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley is currently closed for emergency work. The closure is expected to end at 3:01 p.m. tomorrow.
   

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Community crime report

• A 33-year-old man was stopped for a traffic violation, and during a search, police found drug paraphernalia and a suspected controlled substance. The case has been sent to the District Attorney’s Office for review. This happened at 11 p.m. on April 1 near the 100 Block of W Beach St in Watsonville. (source)
   
• A man broke a court order that barred him from contacting another person and his son. A warrant was requested for his arrest. This incident, involving violations related to protective orders and domestic violence, happened at 8 p.m. on April 1 near the 100 block of Anna St in Watsonville. (source)
   
• A 31-year-old woman was arrested for resisting arrest and having outstanding warrants. She was taken to the county jail, and her case was sent to the district attorney’s office for review. The incident happened at 8 p.m. on April 1 near the 900 block of Main Street in Watsonville. (source)
   
• A 28-year-old woman was arrested for shoplifting from store. During the arrest, she resisted, spat at officers, and kicked one of them. She was taken to the county jail. The incident happened at 6 p.m. on April 1 near the 1400 block of Main St in Watsonville. (source)
   
• A robbery occurred at 2 p.m. on April 1 near the 1400 block of Main St in Watsonville. A statement was taken from the 19-year-old victim, and the case is being investigated further. (source)
   

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Top news from nearby

Capitola City Council will vote on the Park Avenue trail proposal on April 17. The proposal faces community division over safety and environmental concerns, with potential funding impacts if not approved.

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Farmers’ market Friday

Known for 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 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Peck Street near Main and Union streets, Watsonville, Year Round Read more

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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro

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Restaurant inspections

County officials regularly inspect food facilities to ensure compliance with state laws. Here, Lookout Santa Cruz reports both those who have passed the inspections and those that the county deems to have a “major” issue. The county’s full ongoing report can be accessed here.

• Beyond Bagelz LLC at 1830 Main St, Watsonville, passed a county health inspection on Mar. 17 with no critical issues.
   
• Ross Dress For Less Inc., #730 at 1455 Main St, Watsonville, passed a county health inspection on Apr. 2 with no critical issues.
   
• Staples The Office Superstore #491 at 1445 Main St, Watsonville, passed a county health inspection on Apr. 2 with no critical issues.
   
• Town & Country Liquors at 1224 Main St, Watsonville, passed a county health inspection on Apr. 2 with no critical issues.
   

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.