Martinez, CA|News|
Refinery Releases Coke Dust, Delays Notification: County
"We are very concerned about the delayed notification to the Community Warning System," said Contra Costa County Supervisor Federal Glover.
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|
New Graton Resort & Casino Mobile App Has Cashless Gaming, Fast Funds
The app’s Resort Wallet™ is the first of its kind in Northern California.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Aging Petaluma Veterans Building To Get New Roof, Other Improvements
Sonoma County supervisors approved a $1.9 million contract for the building that serves as a safe refuge during times of disaster.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Reliez Station Road Reopens After Crash: Lafayette PD
Reliez Station was closed between Las Trampas Road and Michael Lane.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Bay Area Transit Riders Asked To Take Survey
The survey takes about 6 minutes to complete and asks riders about potential branding approaches to a regional system.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma County Sheriff's Deputy Struck In Suspected DUI
The deputy was taken to a hospital for treatment of injuries suffered in the crash near Petaluma.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
West Sierra Avenue Closed In Cotati For Construction
Additionally, motorists should avoid using the offramp from northbound U.S. Highway 101 to West Sierra Avenue, the city said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Opens Another Round Of Small Business Reimbursement Grants
Another 207 grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded in the second and final round opening this month.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lamorinda's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Lamorinda. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Walnut Creek. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Concord. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Martinez. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Napa Valley. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Petaluma. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park, Cotati's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Rohnert Park and Cotati. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg's Best Ice Cream: Who Serves Your Favorite Cone, Sundae?
There are plenty of choices for ice cream in Healdsburg. Where do you like to go to get your ice cream fix?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
2 Fatalities Reported In Head-On Collision In East Contra Costa County
Witnesses reported one of the cars caught fire, the California Highway Patrol said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Police Identify Victim In Healdsburg Death Investigation
An investigation was continuing into the circumstances of the man's death, who leaves behind three daughters.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Here's How Many Fires Broke Out July 4 In Walnut Creek, Contra Costa
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District rounded up its Fourth of July fireworks-related responses.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
1 Dead, 1 Injured In Crash On U.S. Highway 101 South Of Healdsburg
A driver and her passenger were thrown from the car when the driver lost control, the California Highway Patrol said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
