Napa Valley, CA|News|
JC Greenberg Named Napa County Deputy Fire Chief
Greenberg, a Napa native, has been involved with Cal Fire/Napa County Fire for 25 years, ever since he was an entry-level firefighter.
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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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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Bowling Alley To Close After 60+ Years | Hit-And-Run Driver Sought
ALSO: Cities With High Fire Hazard Severity Zones; Child Porn Arrest; Weekend Plane Crash; Driver Killed On I-680; Franchisee Of The Year
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Survey Results: Residents Rate Police, Fire, Overall Safety
The city of Napa has released the results of the 2024 Community Climate Survey taken by a random sample of 300 residents.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
DUI Crackdown Planned In Rohnert Park
An upcoming DUI enforcement was announced by the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Man Arrested For Photos, Video Of Minors Engaging In Sex: PD
Petaluma police investigated the man after receiving a tip about the child pornography.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Driver Sought In North Bay Hit-And-Run That Injured Bicyclist
The collision happened on Silverado Trail near Chimney Rock Winery, the California Highway Patrol said.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma County Man Pleads Guilty To Raping His Ex At Marin Headlands
The 28-year-old has been in federal custody since the incident in August 2024.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
SRJC Baseball Ranked No. 1 In Season's 1st State Poll
Currently the only undefeated team in California, the Santa Rosa Junior College Bear Cubs are off to a dominant start this season.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Rare Triplet Lambs Born In Healdsburg: Photo Of The Day
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa DA Urges Legislators To Fund Addiction Treatment Under Prop 36
"Funding treatment for those ready to address their illness is a reflection of our common values," Napa County DA Allison Haley said.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Man Arrested In Connection With Shooting
An arrest was made within hours of the Sierra Drive shooting.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police Launch Smart911 Service
The program allows residents to create a profile that emergency responders refer to when a resident calls 911.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
MTC Unveils New Transit Signs, Maps In Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa is only the second in the Bay Area to get the new signage, and MTC seeks the public's feedback.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Caltrans To Repair Pavement On Highway 37 At Lakeville Highway
The upcoming roadwork requires overnight closures for several consecutive nights.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Agencies Prepare For Mass-Casualty Emergency Drill
A mock explosion at a high school graduation will test the preparedness of local, state and federal emergency response partners.
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Across California, CA|News|
Iconic Rock, Lighthouse | Vibrant Wintertime Flower: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
CA Gas Prices Now Highest In Nation, AAA Says
California gas prices have risen almost 40 cents since last month.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Spring Break Travel Costs On The Rise, AAA Says
According to AAA booking data, spring break travel costs are increasing. The data also shows the most popular destinations.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Contra Costa Shark Tank Seeks Young Entrepreneurs
Campolindo High's Entrepreneurship Club invites students in grades K-12 to compete for cash prizes to grow their business.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
The Eagle Has Landed: Photo Of The Day
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