Lamorinda, CA|News|
Regional Wildland Fire Training Draws 15 Agencies To Lamorinda
East Bay residents were likely to see or smell smoke Friday during the regional training.
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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Across California, CA|News|
Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend: How To Watch In CA
It's one of the best meteor shows of the year with 50-100 shooting stars an hour at the peak and a good possibility of fireballs.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Trails Closed: Fitch Mountain Public Access Improvement Project Starts
The main trail and all connection trails are inaccessible during construction at Fitch Mountain. See a map of the planned improvements.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Seeks Representative For Transportation Advisory Committee
Concord City Council is seeking applicants for an open seat on Contra Costa Transportation Authority's Citizens Advisory Committee.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lamorinda Teacher Selected To Swim With Sharks
Vickie Obenchain was among 36 teachers chosen for the Summer 2023 Educator Course on the island of South Bimini, Bahamas.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Silverado Resort Recognized As Distinguished Golf Destination
The award from BoardRoom Magazine and Forbes Travel Guide recognizes Silverado as an exceptional golf experience.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Man Accused In Walnut Creek-Area Crime Spree
A 33-year-old man was booked into Contra Costa County jail on suspicion of carjacking, burglary and other crimes.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Residents Required To Lock Guns Under New Healdsburg Ordinance
The new law adopted by Healdsburg City Council also requires gun owners to report a missing firearm within 48 hours.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Napa Valley
Looking for ways to serve your community? Here are five organizations that are always in need of volunteers and donations.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In Healdsburg, North Bay
Looking for ways to serve your community? Here are five organizations that are always in need of volunteers and donations.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Gas Line Struck In Rohnert Park, Causes Leak: PG&E
PG&E received calls regarding the smell of gas in Rohnert Park and immediately sent crews to the scene, a spokesperson told Patch.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Rohnert Park, Cotati Area
Looking for ways to serve your community? Here are five organizations that are always in need of volunteers and donations.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In Petaluma, North Bay
Looking for ways to serve your community? Here are five organizations that are always in need of volunteers and donations.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Back To School: Healdsburg 2023-2024 School Calendars
Parents in Healdsburg Unified and other local districts can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Back To School: Rohnert Park, Cotati 2023-2024 School Calendars
Parents in Rohnert Park and Cotati can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Back To School: Petaluma 2023-2024 School Calendars
Parents in Petaluma can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Back To School: Napa Valley 2023-2024 School Calendars
Parents in NVUSD, St. Helena USD and Pope Valley Union can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Back To School: Martinez 2023-2024 School Calendars
Parents in the Martinez and Mt. Diablo unified school districts can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Back To School: Mount Diablo Unified 2023-2024 School Calendar
Parents in Concord can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Back To School: Walnut Creek, Mount Diablo 2023-2024 School Calendars
Parents in Walnut Creek can mark the first day of school and other important dates this school year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
