Petaluma, CA|News|
CHP, Petaluma PD To Host Car Seat Safety Check Event
Local families are invited to a free car seat check event at the conclusion of Child Passenger Safety Week. Here's what to know.
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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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Car Seat Check Saturday To Conclude Child Passenger Safety Week
Local families are invited to a free car seat safety check event. Here's what to know.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma Sheriff's Helicopter Crew Helps Recover 2 Bodies From Water
The Henry-One crew was en route to Pacifica when it stopped to help recover a jumper from below the Golden Gate Bridge.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Homeowner Fights Back, Survives Attack: Napa County Sheriff's Office
Andrew Kenneth Dixon is accused of attempted murder in an attack on a 61-year-old property owner.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma State University: CSU Trustees Approve Multi-Year Tuition Proposal
It won't affect 60 percent of CSU undergrads whose tuition is fully covered through grants, scholarships, waivers, and other non-loan aid.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Contra Costa County Library: Explore Diversity, Culture During Hispanic Heritage Month
Join the nationwide observance; immerse yourself in the vibrant mosaic of Hispanic culture & heritage with our carefully curated collection.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Contra Costa County Library: Explore Diversity, Culture During Hispanic Heritage Month
Join the nationwide observance; immerse yourself in the vibrant mosaic of Hispanic culture & heritage with our carefully curated collection.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Contra Costa Library: Explore Diversity, Culture During Hispanic Heritage Month
Join the nationwide observance; immerse yourself in the vibrant mosaic of Hispanic culture & heritage with our carefully curated collection.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Contra Costa County Public Library: Explore Diversity, Culture During Hispanic Heritage Month
Join the nationwide observance; immerse yourself in the vibrant mosaic of Hispanic culture & heritage with our carefully curated collection.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma State University: CSU Trustees Approve Multi-Year Tuition Proposal
It won't affect 60 percent of CSU undergrads whose tuition is fully covered through grants, scholarships, waivers and other non-loan aid.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma State University: CSU Board Of Trustees Approves Multi-Year Tuition Proposal
It won't affect 60 percent of CSU undergrads whose tuition is fully covered through grants, scholarships, waivers and other non-loan aid.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Pair Busted For Retail Theft, Drugs, Gun: Petaluma PD
A man and a woman from San Rafael were caught just over 2 miles from the store they stole from, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Flowers Bloom At Balboa Park | Footsteps In The Sand: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Quail Party Of 5: Photos Of The Week
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Yard Now Fully Open On 3.5 Acres In Downtown Napa
A new chapter has begun for the downtown Napa venue as it also prepares to host its second annual, Oktoberfest celebration.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
PG&E To Replace Gas Pipeline Beneath Petaluma River
During the work period, there may be a controlled and safe release of a small amount of natural gas. People may notice the smell of gas.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Experience The Harvest At The Estate Yountville
Crush It is taking place two Saturdays in a row at The Estate Yountville in the heart of Napa Valley Wine Country.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Roundabout Project Gets A Chunk Of Federal Funding
The Sonoma County Transportation Authority will put the funds toward environmental clearance and the design of a key intersection project.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Congressman Secures $1.2M For Researching Smoke Exposure In Winegrapes
The funds will help a UC Davis team investigate how smoke exposure changes the composition of winegrapes and other products.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Multiple Birds Die In Lamorinda Structure Fire
The fire which produced a large column of smoke visible for miles was contained to two outbuildings.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
