Good morning! It’s July 2 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Clouds giving way to sun in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will see clouds giving way to sun. The high will be 67 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ events
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Tech Café: iPad Stop Motion Movies
Event date: July 2. Event time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Location: 275 Main Street, Suite #100, Watsonville …
At Watsonville Civic Plaza on July 2
Watsonville Taiko: Intro to Taiko Class (Adults) – New 8
8-Week Intro to Taiko, July 3 – Aug. 28. Learn the basics of taiko drumming. Have fun, reduce stress and experience the many lessons and practices of t…
At Kizuka Hall on July 3
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A lane is closed on westbound Highway 152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to last until 5:59 a.m. tomorrow.
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for having a felony bench warrant, drug paraphernalia, and methamphetamine. The incident happened near the 100 block of Sudden Street, Watsonville, at 7 a.m. on June 30. (source)
- A person was arrested for physically attacking someone and having illegal drug paraphernalia. The incident happened near the 200 block of Union Street, Watsonville, at 5 p.m. on June 30. (source)
- A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol during a traffic collision investigation. The incident happened near the 100 block of W. Beach Street, Watsonville, at midnight on July 1. (source)
- A person was arrested for being drunk in public and violating probation. The incident happened near the 100 block of Herman Court, Watsonville, at 2 p.m. on June 30. (source)
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