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West Coast Community Bancorp Announces Annual Shareholder Voting Results

Santa Cruz, California · Santa Cruz

West Coast Community Bancorp Announces Annual Shareholder Voting Results

Coverage: 2 sources

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- West Coast Community Bancorp ("Bancorp", OTCQX: WCCB), the parent company of West Coast Community Bank ("Bank"), formerly known as Santa Cruz County Bank, headquartered in Santa Cruz, Calif., today announced the results…See the Story

Man Charged as Juvenile for Double Homicide of Cousins Near Watsonville

Watsonville · Watsonville

Man Charged as Juvenile for Double Homicide of Cousins Near Watsonville

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office says that a man was arrested for the double homicide of two cousins from 2024, when the suspect was a minor.See the Story

Sicko, 40, Allegedly Sported Ski Mask During Twisted Encounters with Teen He Raped, Blackmailed for Years

Scotts Valley · Scotts Valley

Sicko, 40, Allegedly Sported Ski Mask During Twisted Encounters with Teen He Raped, Blackmailed for Years

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Seth Michael Winkelhake, 40, was busted Tuesday months after a tip exposed years of sexual abuse he inflicted on a 13-year-old Oregon girl, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.See the Story

Wharf work fast-tracked due to erosion and contamination concerns

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Erosion and contamination issues have forced a reshuffle at the Whanganui Port redevelopment project. Renewing Wharf 3, originally scheduled to be completed...Whanganui · Whanganui See the Story

Santa Cruz launches new GO BIKE! incentive program to biking instead of driving

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) - Santa Cruz County's Regional Transportation Commission is looking to encourage people to switch from driving to biking through a new bike purchase incentive program. The RTC says GO BIKE! will serve low-income adults 18 years and older who live or work in the county. Community-serving organizations, such as shelters and job placement programs, may also be eligible to apply for vouchers to create their e-bike lending …Santa Cruz, California · Santa Cruz See the Story

Promote Measles Prevention with Digital Campaign

Santa Cruz is on red alert due to an outbreak of measles; so far 14 cases have been confirmed, so far in 2025 [caption id=Santa Cruz, California · Santa Cruz Read Article

SUESD Students to Celebrate

By Scott J. Turnbull, Superintendent, Soquel Union Elementary School District With the 2024-25 school year now in the books, it’s a great time to celebrate aSoquel · Soquel Read Article

First Day Back starts a new era with debut album ‘Forward’

First Day Back is a young band from Santa Cruz, California, blending midwest emo, punk and screamo influences. They gained underground attention after opening for larger acts like February, journal and bulletsbetweentongues on April 26 for a show in Santa…Santa Cruz, California · Santa Cruz Read Article

Supervisors to consider fate to Redman-Hirahara House in August | The Pajaronian | Watsonville, CA

Few would question the assertion that the 128-year-old Redman-Hirahara House is showing its age. Languishing in a parcel on the outskirts of Watsonville and visible from Highway 1, it has withstood wet winters, driving rain, scorching summers and, no doubt, inhabitation by multiple species of animals. And the house—built by famed architect William Weeks—has gone without maintenance and repair, despite the efforts of a local group to restore it a…Watsonville · Watsonville Read Article

Legislature takes a pass: Program providing free access to state parks faces elimination - Local News Matters

A California State Parks program that provides low-income and underserved residents free state park access is on the chopping block as the state Legislature seeks to reduce a $12 billion budget deficit. The California State Library Parks Pass is a state-funded program that allows library card holders to borrow park passes from their local library, providing them free access to over 200 participating state parks. Passes are returned to the librar…Santa Cruz, California · Santa Cruz Read Article

Where to eat, drink, shop & have the best day ever in Seabright

Nestled alongside the Santa Cruz Harbor and stunning ocean views, Seabright is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood that truly captures the unique charm of our community. Where else can you start your day with the best cinnamon roll of your life, grab a house smoked brisket sandwich to enjoy at the beach or on a sail, and end the night with a memorable date at one of several cozy dinner spots? Top it all off with a nightcap or unwind by a beachside fire…Santa Cruz, California · Santa Cruz Read Article