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2 dead after drowning in Santa Cruz waters near popular trail, authorities say
Two people are dead after drowning in Santa Cruz near West Cliff Drive, a popular walking path along the Pacific Ocean.The Santa Cruz Fire Department said it appeared the victims were swept off the rocks by a wave just after 6 p.m. on Tuesday. It said lifeguards and fire rescue swimmers got to the scene in less than six minutes.Tragically, they found those two victims, a man and woman, found face down in the water."CPR was initiated and continued with advanced life support all the way into the harbor, and at which point they received further medical treatment," said Brendan...
Feds: Street drug dealers are selling elephant tranquilizer in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KRON) — Federal prosecutors teamed up with the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office to remove suspected fentanyl traffickers from the beachside community. Several arrests were made in hot spots for illicit drug dealing and drug use. Hot spots included the sidewalk outside a homeless shelter at 115 Coral Street, and the 500 […]
Seen and heard at Organic Produce Summit — Part 3
MONTEREY, Calif. — Enthusiasm for organic produce was high at this year’s Organic Produce Summit, where exhibitors were eager to discuss new organic products, success stories, fair labor practices and more. Known for its innovative marketing that addresses the serious topics of sustainable agriculture, trade justice and environmental...
The DJ collaboration Encounters of the Funky Kind bring far-ranging beats to Seaside.
This could be a close encounter – if you are lucky. Encounters of the Funky Kind and Mariah Garcia of Ruca Records are spinning curated sets of stellar vinyls at Other Brother Beer Co. on Friday, July 19. Space is limited, but the sound is without bounds – timeless music from classic to modern boogie, disco, funk and soul. They come in peace and to get you to boogie.
Monterey residents to vote on 12-year term limit for mayor and city council officials
MONTEREY, Calif. — Monterey residents are set to vote on a 12-year term limit for the mayor and city council officials this November. Last night, the city council approved the ballot measure on a 3-2 vote. The proposal suggests a limit of 12 consecutive years for both the mayor and city council members.
Public memorial mass for beloved Monterey restaurant co-owner to be held
MONTEREY, Calif. — Rosine's Restaurant announced they will be holding a memorial mass on Thursday morning in honor of co-owner Rosine Culcasi. All are welcome to attend. Rosine passed away on Tuesday, July 9, peacefully at her home. She was 85. The Culcasi Family said in a statement:. The...
Army Reserve Support Command helps enhance unit readiness at Fort Hunter Liggett
JOLON — Combat Support Training Exercise 91-24-01 kicked off at Fort Hunter Liggett, where observer coach/trainers (OC/Ts) from the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command supported the exercise to ensure training units met the readiness level for future missions, overseas exercises and deployments. OC/Ts with the 2-340th Training Support...
Santa Cruz mother launches billboard campaign to raise fentanyl awareness after son's death
PAJARO, Calif. — A new billboard in Pajaro is warning people about the dangers of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid. The billboard, located on Salinas Street, a busy road connecting Salinas and Pajaro, features the smiling face of Tosh Ackerman, who died in 2015 after consuming a counterfeit Xanax pill laced with fentanyl.
San Ardo boxer claims title at national tournament
SAN ARDO — Fourteen-year-old boxer Bryan Cruz made the San Ardo Boxing Club proud as he won the championship title in the 90-pound weight class at the National Junior Olympics Boxing Tournament in Wichita, Kan. The tournament ran from June 22-29. Cruz, with nearly 50 fights of experience under...
Side Delights presents A Cut Above potato line at IFPA Foodservice Conference
Fresh Solutions Network will feature the A Cut Above potato line at the International Fresh Produce Association Foodservice Conference, July 25-26 in Monterey, Calif. The company will display at booth No. 421. Basin Gold Cooperative from Washington and Masser Family of Companies of Pennsylvania will attend the conference on behalf of FSN, according to a news release.
Monterey Police Arrest Leslie Flores After Extensive Manhunt
On Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 5:52 P.M., Monterey PD Detectives and Police Officers were conducting surveillance on Cielo Vista Drive. The purpose of the surveillance was to locate and apprehend Leslie Flores, 58, of Monterey. Flores had fourteen (14) active warrants, four (4) of which were for felony offenses with no bail. Detectives also had information that Flores was in possession of a firearm.
Seals bitten due to shark activity prompts swim advisory in Pacific Grove
PACIFIC GROVE, California (KSBW) — Notice is being given to swimmers, kayakers and paddleboarders to “swim at your own risk” after five harbor seals were attacked by a shark or sharks in Pacific Grove. “Any time we see that and we see multiple ones, we like to...
CSUMB researcher contributed to new study appearing in Nature
Cal State Monterey Bay senior research scientist AJ Purdy is among the authors of a new study that appears July 17 in the prestigious science journal Nature. Led by principal investigator Melissa Rhode, an ecohydrologist who formerly worked with the Nature Conservancy of California and now runs her own environmental consulting firm, Purdy is one of 22 other authors listed in the paper “Groundwater-dependent ecosystem map exposes global dryland protection needs.”
Salinas Valley News Briefs | July 17, 2024
GREENFIELD — Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez and his District 3 office will be hosting a community listening session on Wednesday, July 17, in Greenfield. The session will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Greenfield Library Branch, 315 El Camino Real. Residents are invited to share their thoughts and concerns about the community and county government.
Salinas saddles up for the California Rodeo Salinas with a week of festivities
SALINAS, Calif. — Preparations are in full swing at the Sports Complex in Salinas for the much-anticipated California Rodeo Salinas, with local businesses and food vendors ready to serve the community. "We actually love coming to Salinas. Y'all's weather is amazing. The rodeo committee here is one of the...
CalMatters’ 9th anniversary: Trusted community-centered journalism, now with The Markup
Nine years ago today, CalMatters started publishing journalism to hold officials accountable, reveal unseen community issues and empower Californians. Our nonprofit newsroom has grown steadily over time, but this year has been especially unique: We added The Markup’s tech-focused team, hosted the inaugural CalMatters Ideas Festival in Sacramento, debuted the government transparency tool Digital Democracy, and started airing on California TV five nights a week through PBS SoCal.
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