Martinez, CA|News|
2 Encampments Cleaned Up In Martinez
The cleanups were a coordinated effort involving city staff, Martinez police, Public Works crews, and an outside contractor.
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|
'Thankful For My Bride, My Health And This Charming Town'
Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to bring your moments of thankfulness from the dinner table to a wider audience.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
4 Contra Costa ZIP Codes Among Nation's Priciest For 2023: Report
The Bay Area remained the most expensive region in the nation and California remained the priciest in the nation, the report showed.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Graton Resort & Casino Marks 10-Year Anniversary
Graton has become one of the area's largest employers, and with an expansion underway, there is much more to celebrate.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Sun Plunges Beyond The Ocean | Annual Parade Illuminates: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Natural Beauty In Walnut Creek: Photos Of The Day
Two beautiful flowers — one white and one red — plus a butterfly.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Bay Area's Epidemic Ales Offer Veterans Day Collaboration Beer
It marks the fifth anniversary of Epidemic's tradition of collaborating with veterans to brew and can the renowned DD-214 Unfiltered IPA.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
East Bay Attorney Convicted Of Embezzling $400K From Clients: DA
Following years of litigation, jurors found William Reed, 80, guilty of stealing his clients' money from a fire settlement with PG&E.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Veterans Day Parade: What To Know
Police encourage parade-goers to arrive early and carpool, as parking will be a challenge. See a list of road closures.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Supervisors Make 4 Committee, Commission Appointments
Joining a board or commission is a great way to be involved in the community. Appointments are made depending on vacancies.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma State's Gianna Bomarito Heads To NCAA National Championships
Cross-country runner Gianna Bomarito will continue her standout season by representing SSU at the NCAA National Championships.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
2 CA Eateries Named Among 12 Best New Restaurants In America
One is in Southern California, the other is in Northern California. See which restaurants made Eater's list.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Awarded $5M To Launch BAHFA Rental Assistance Pilot Program
Napa County was selected from five proposals for the pilot program.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
2 Santa Rosa Residents Found Dead; Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Suspected
A monitor confirmed there were high levels of carbon monoxide in the apartment, the Santa Rosa Fire Department said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police Mourn K-9 Basko, 'Invaluable Member Of Department'
Basko, who served the department for eight years from 2012 to 2020, died Nov. 2.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Clayton Restaurant Named Among Best In East Bay: SF Chronicle
This local eatery accepts only online orders, makes 40 pizzas a day, and should not be missed by any pizza lover, according to The Chronicle
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Restaurant Named Among Best In East Bay: SF Chronicle
See which local eatery was designated as one of the best in the region. Hint: soon you'll be asking which manakish to pick.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Public Comments Sought On Napa Groundwater Sustainability Workplans
The Napa Valley Subbasin is an aquifer designated as “high priority” by the California Department of Water Resources.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Work Underway On New Docks At Petaluma Turning Basin
The aging docks within the Turning Basin on the Petaluma River were removed in 2022 during dredging.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez Sees Increase In Homeless People, Report Shows
Results of the point-in-time homeless count were shared during an annual report on homelessness to Contra Costa County supervisors.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
