Good morning! It’s Sept. 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Cool with low clouds breaking in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will see low clouds breaking for some sun and cool. The high will be 70 with a low of 56. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (6/11). Allergy sufferers beware: There are high amounts of ragweed in the air.
Watsonville / Pajaro news
Cabrillo College faces a $2 million deficit, plans cost cuts and enrollment growth, with President Jenn Capps “cautiously optimistic” about financial stability.
Cabrillo College faces estimated $2M budget deficit; President Capps ‘cautiously optimistic’ on stabilization path
By Hillary Ojeda
Sep 15, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Entre Nosotras
Open to Spanish-speaking women with cancer at all stages, from diagnosis through treatment and the healing process …
At Lettunich Building on Sept. 16
Bilingual Baby Laptime
Event date: Sept. 16. Event time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Location: 2021 Freedom Blvd., Freedom …
At Watsonville Library on Sept. 16
Bilingual Toddler Storytime
Event date: Sept. 16. Event time: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: 2021 Freedom Blvd., Freedom …
At Watsonville Library on Sept. 16
Community crime report
- A person was cited and released for starting a small fire in a wooded area. The incident happened near Ohlone Parkway and the railroad tracks in Watsonville. It occurred at 7 p.m. on Sept. 14. (source)
- A person was arrested for shoplifting and had two outstanding misdemeanor warrants. This happened near the 1800 block of Freedom Boulevard in Watsonville at 11 p.m. on Sept. 14. (source)
- Police responded to a report of drug activity and found someone with a controlled substance. The person was cited and released for having a narcotic. Others at the scene were asked to leave. This happened near the 100 block of Green Valley Road, Watsonville, at 6 p.m. on Sept. 14. (source)
- A person was arrested for being drunk in public and causing a disturbance. The incident happened near the 100 block of Sixth Street, Watsonville, at 5 p.m. on Sept. 14. (source)
- A person was arrested, cited, and released for having illegal drug paraphernalia. The incident happened near Jasmine Lane and Camelia Court in Watsonville at noon on Sept. 14. The person was given a court date. (source)
- A person was arrested, cited, and released for having illegal drug paraphernalia. This happened near the 100 block of West Lake Avenue in Watsonville at 9 a.m. on Sept. 14. The person was given a court date. (source)
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