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New Orca Calf Spotted 12-09-20B 18:41 S.S.

A new Orca calf has been spotted swimming in the Monterey Bay. The calf is believed to be a few months old and is traveling with “The Friendly Pod” of whales that used to be seen often in the Monterey Bay, but have not been in the area much over the past few years.

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Santa Claus To Visit Wville 12-09-20B 18:27 S.S.

Starting today, Santa Claus and his helpers will be driving through Watsonville neighborhoods....and they plan to do that through December 18th. Santa’s visits start at 4 p.m.

This is when he will be in each part of the city:

  • Dec. 9- District 1 - includes: Landmark Elementary School, Ramsay Park, Target, Notre Dame School, Radcliff Elementary, and the U.S. Post Office.
  • Dec. 10- District 2 - includes: City Plaza, Cabrillo College, and Watsonville High School.
  • Dec. 11- District 3 - includes: Rolling Hills Middle School, Freedom Elementary School, Watsonville Airport, The Home Depot, and Freedom Library.
  • Dec. 16- District 5 - includes: Starlight Elementary School, Cesar Chavez Middle School, and Auto Center Drive.
  • Dec. 17- District 6 and 7 - District 6 includes: Hyde Elementary School, PVUSD Administration Offices, Crestview Park, SMV Watsonville, and Cassidy's Pizza. District 7 includes: MacQuiddy and Ann Soldo Elementary Schools, Franich Park, Bay Village Senior Community and the Pajaro River Levee.
  • Dec. 18- District 4 - includes: Ohlone Parkway, Clifford Ave., Peace Drive Park, Hope Drive Park, Seaview Park, and Green Valley Christian School.

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2 SCC Fire Agencies Merging 12-09-20 17:36 S.S.

2 fire agencies in Santa Cruz county plan to consolidate to form a new fire district that will cover both areas. No lay-offs, or loss of rank, seniority, pay or other benefits is expected when the Aptos/La Selva Fire District merges with the Central Fire Protection District....although a new Board Of Directors will be created.

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2 Arr For Robberies 12-09-20 16:56 S.S.

2 people have been arrested in connection with a number of robberies around Santa Cruz county. Dalton Delaney and a teenager are believed to have robbed people at gunpoint in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Soquel, and the Live Oak area of Santa Cruz. Delaney was booked into Santa Cruz County Jail, while the teen was booked into Santa Cruz County Juvenile Hall. Investigators believe the 2 may have robbed more people, and anyone with information on this case is encouraged to contact the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office.

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