Lamorinda, CA|News|
Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Lamorinda, East Bay
With the arrival of October, thoughts turn to Halloween and pumpkin patches.
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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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Retired Napa Judge To Lead Little Italy Historic Walking Tour
Napa's Italian-Americans were a close-knit community who were self-sufficient and grew much of their own food while also bartering.
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Across California, CA|News|
Condors Soar Over NorCal | Sunset Silhouette In SoCal: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Father, Son Make Citizens' Arrests At Petaluma Outlet Center: Police
One of the men was pepper-sprayed as they detained two women accused of trying to leave with $18,000 in merchandise, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County DA Awarded Grant To Combat Domestic Violence
The funds ensure that a deputy district attorney and victim witness advocate are assigned to a domestic violence case from beginning to end.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
PG&E Reveals Number Of Scam Reports In Martinez, Nearby Cities
PG&E has received 29,000 reports of scams so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 at the same time last year. Here's how many Martinez has had.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
City Of Healdsburg, County Of Sonoma Hope To Curtail Zoom-Bombing
The city and county both announced that public comments cannot be made on Zoom but can be made in person at meetings or beforehand by email.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Coroner Identifies 19-Year-Old Killed In Suspected DUI Crash
An 18-year-old from Healdsburg was behind the wheel and is suspected of DUI and driving without a license.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Coroner IDs 19-Year-Old Sebastopol Man Killed In Suspected DUI Crash
He was riding in the front passenger seat of a Toyota Camry driven by an 18-year-old from Healdsburg with no license and suspected of DUI.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lamorinda To Hold Virtual Evacuation Drill: What To Know
Saturday's exercise is for residents and businesses in Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda and Canyon. Here is what to know beforehand.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Major Petaluma Water Main Leak Prompts Emergency Shutoff
Repairs were made and the water was turned back on.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Here's How Many Scam Attempts Reported In Rohnert Park: PG&E
PG&E has received 29,000 such reports so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 at the same time last year. Here's how many Rohnert Park has had.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Here's How Many Scam Attempts Petalumans Hit With: PG&E
PG&E has received 29,000 such reports so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 at the same time last year. Here's how many Petaluma has received.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Here's How Many Scam Attempts Napa Hit With: PG&E
PG&E has received 29,000 such reports so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 at the same time last year. Here's how many Napa has received.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
PG&E Reveals Number Of Scam Reports In Lamorinda, Nearby Cities
PG&E has received 29,000 reports of scams so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 at the same time last year. Here's how many were in Lamorinda.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
PG&E Reveals Number Of Scam Reports In Walnut Creek
PG&E has received 29,000 reports of scams so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 last year at this time. Here's how many Walnut Creek has had.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
PG&E Reveals Number Of Scam Reports In Concord, Nearby Cities
PG&E has received 29,000 reports of scams so far in 2023, compared to 10,000 at the same time last year. Here's how many were in Concord.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Alhambra High School Locked Down As Suspicious Man Enters Building: PD
Officers determined the man was experiencing a mental health crisis, Martinez police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Life Time Luxury Athletic Club, Rooftop Pool Now Open In Walnut Creek
Construction started pre-pandemic in 2018 on this long-awaited athletic country club with four levels — including a beach club at the top.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
New Fall 2023 COVID Vaccine Available At Napa County Pharmacies
The new vaccine specifically targets the XBB omicron subvariants currently circulating in Napa County and throughout the region.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
