Good morning! It’s Aug. 27 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny to partly cloudy in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be sunny to partly cloudy; large waves and rough surf could affect the area. The high will be 76, with a low of 59. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (8/11).
Watsonville / Pajaro news
Watsonville rescinded approval for a 21-unit townhome near the airport due to safety and environmental violations. Fathom Spirits, a new distillery, will open in September offering gin tastings and tours.
Watsonville rescinds approval for 21-unit housing project after airport safety lawsuit
By Tania Ortiz
Aug 27, 2026
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Science, the sea and gin: Meet Fathom Spirits, Watsonville’s newest distillery
By Lily Belli
Aug 27, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Bilingual Toddler Storytime
Event date: Aug. 27. Event time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Location: 275 Main St., Suite #100, Watsonville …
At Watsonville Civic Plaza on Aug. 27
Community crime report
- A person was cited and released for having unlawful paraphernalia (a misdemeanor) after being contacted for loitering. The incident happened near the 100 block of Alta Vista Avenue in Watsonville at 7 p.m. on Aug. 25. (source)
- A person was arrested for shoplifting and found with drugs during a search. They were charged with shoplifting and possession of a controlled substance, then cited and released at the scene. The incident happened near the 1800 block of Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville, at 2 p.m. on Aug. 25. (source)
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