Lamorinda, CA|News|
Photos: Lafayette Selects New Mayor, Vice Mayor
Councilmembers selected Gina Dawson for the mayoral seat and Wei-Tai Kwok for the role of vice mayor.
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- 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
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg PD Arrests Cloverdale Man On Gun, Drug Charges
Three rifles, a handgun and several pounds of marijuana were found when officers served a warrant at a Cloverdale residence, police said.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Cotati Police Department Welcomes New Officer
The new officer comes to Cotati after graduating from the Santa Rosa Junior College Basic Police Academy.
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Concord|News|
Concord PD Asks For Public's Help Identifying Sexual Assault Suspect
Police encouraged anyone who recognizes the man to contact the Special Victims Unit or call the department's anonymous tip line.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Gerringer Resigns From Lafayette City Council
Teresa Gerringer has served the residents of Lafayette for 23 years, first as a school board member and then on the city council.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Alta Vista Closed In Orinda, Police Say
The road closure was until further notice, the Orinda Police Department said.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Brush Fire, More Flaring Caused By Restart: Martinez Refining Company
A restart after Friday's hazmat incident caused a fire Sunday as well as intermittent flaring, which was expected to continue this week.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Scholarship Donations Sought By Napa Parks & Recreation Foundation
More than 4,500 Napa children qualify for the scholarship program for summer camp, swimming lessons and various classes.
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San Rafael, CA|News|
19-Year-Old Identified As Victim In Richmond San Rafael Bridge Crash
The Marin County coroner said bystanders stopped and pulled her from the car and provided CPR before the arrival of first responders.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Recruiting Residents For Police Chief Advisory Board
Walnut Creek Police Chief Jamie Knox is hoping for a broad representation of viewpoints on public safety from those who apply.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Suspected DUI Driver Hits Fire Hydrant
Officers caught up with the driver and arrested him on suspicion of hit-and-run and other charges.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Rockslide Reported In Napa County Amid Heavy Rain
Nearly an inch of rain fell in the last 12 hours in parts of Napa County, according to the National Weather Service.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley Vintners Gives $4.5M To Community
Twenty-two organizations received funding through the latest round of giving.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Photos: Petaluma Lighted Boat Parade, A Holiday Favorite
Thousands lined the banks of the Petaluma River for the holiday tradition. To the delight of children, even Santa Claus made an appearance.
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Concord|News|
Next DUI Checkpoint Announced By Concord Police Department
Concord police announced the date and location of their next checkpoint.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Alhambra Hills Preserve Subject Of City Council Study Session
The Alhambra Hills Public Access and Habitat Management Analysis has been completed. City Council will discuss the next steps.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Coroner IDs Brother, Sister Killed In Highway 116 Crash
The driver of a Mitsubishi 3000GT and his sister, the passenger, died, authorities said.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
PG&E Seeks Rate Hike To Pay For Wildfire Mitigation, Pandemic Expenses
PG&E is requesting $1.4 billion over 12 months beginning in March.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In Healdsburg Crash
A Healdsburg intersection was shut down for several hours as the fatal collision was investigated.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Robbery Suspects Accused Of Pistol-Whipping Victim In Walnut Creek: PD
Two arrests were made and a third suspect was outstanding in the recent robbery of two people in downtown Walnut Creek.
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