Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Pedestrian Critically Injured In Collision With Car
The crash was at the intersection of Sebastopol Road and Dutton Avenue.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
- Concord, CA
Maggie Fusek Avants is an award-winning copy editor and journalist whose experience in the news business goes back to when she had a paper route in sixth grade. She went on to earn a degree in journalism as well as the title of "Distinguished Journalist of the Year" for the campus newspaper.
Since 2009, she has served as a local news editor for online and print publications. A member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Fusek Avants has been invited back to her alma mater to mentor new journalists.
She is now the Patch editor for Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Healdsburg, Napa Valley, Benicia, Pinole, Hercules, Martinez and Concord.
Fun Fact: She shares a birthday with William Shakespeare
Reach her at maggie.fusek@patch.com with news tips and story ideas.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg Holiday House: Photos Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Person Found Dead On BART Train
BART initially said a "major medical emergency" was causing major delays in the East Bay direction.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Photos: Hundreds Ride In Annual Petaluma Lighted Holiday Bike Parade
The only prerequisites were to have a decorated bike and bring your helmet, lights and bells.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
County Conducts Unannounced Inspection At Martinez Refining Company
"Repeated commitments to the community and to regulators to improve the culture of safety at PBF have not resulted in improvement."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Bystanders Stabbed, Assaulted By Man They Tried To Help: Petaluma PD
Three victims were treated at local hospitals while the man was taken to Sonoma County jail, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Shoppers Robbed At Gunpoint In Petaluma: Police
A masked man is sought in the armed robbery of two people in a shopping center parking lot, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Probation Department Awarded $300K Grant To Supervise High-Risk DUI Offenders
"With this funding, we can create safer roads and a healthier community by reducing the incidence of DUI offenses."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
2023 Michelin Guide: 27 NorCal Restaurants Added In 2023
From seafood to Nordic to escargot, the Michelin Guide's 2023 additions represent the best and most contemporary of NorCal's culinary scene.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Supervisors Make 3 Committee, Commission Appointments
Two people were appointed to the Napa/Solano Area Agency of Aging Advisory Council and one person to the Napa County Commission on Aging.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Karin Warnelius-Miller Elected To CA Association Of Winegrape Growers
Her family has grown and produced Sonoma County wines for six decades, and she's eager to bring her experiences and expertise to the table.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa City Council Unveils New Mission Statement, Core Values
After a pause for the COVID-19 pandemic, the effort was revitalized earlier this year and culminated with approval in October.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Double Rainbow | Fall's Finale | Menacing Mesocyclone: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Firefighters Save Christmas For Families Displaced By Fire
The American Red Cross assisted the two displaced Rohnert Park families, while firefighters spared their Christmas.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
3 Arrested In Stolen Car Investigation
The car was reported stolen from Healdsburg and was one of three stolen cars recently recovered by Petaluma police.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
2 Of World's Most Toxic Mushrooms Found In East Bay Parks
Both the death cap and western destroying angel mushrooms usually appear after the first real rain and can be lethal to humans and pets.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Updates Public On New Aquatic, Community Center Project
Significant work has been done and the project team will now bring a schematic design presentation package to several commissions.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Guide: 50+ Bay Area Homes With Holiday Light Displays
Patch found several Bay Area homes — and a whole city in the North Bay — letting their Christmas spirit shine.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Bird Flu Spreads Like Wildfire In Sonoma County; Relief Fund Launched
The Poultry Farms & Employee Relief Fund was announced Thursday by the Farm Bureau Foundation of Sonoma County.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Services Planned For Motorcyclist Killed In Healdsburg Crash
The life of Joseph Paz, 55, of Santa Rosa will be celebrated in services planned for Friday.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
