Petaluma, CA|News|
Underage Decoys Visit 20 Petaluma Tobacco Retailers
It was the second compliance check conducted by Petaluma police in as many weeks.
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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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Man Accused Of Assault With Deadly Weapon, Folding Knife
The victim told police he used his car door to shield himself from the knife.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Contra Costa Trio Arrested In North Bay 7-Eleven Robberies: Police
Officers were on the lookout for the suspects in a Vacaville 7-Eleven robbery when they saw the car outside a 7-Eleven in American Canyon.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
7-Eleven Robbery Interrupted, 3 Arrested: American Canyon PD
Officers were on the lookout for the suspects in a Vacaville 7-Eleven robbery when they saw the car outside a 7-Eleven in American Canyon.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Taco Bell To Pay $85K In Settlement Over Gift Cards: Sonoma County DA
It was alleged Taco Bell unlawfully denied California consumers the right to cash out Taco Bell gift cards worth less than $10.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Expanded Tenant Protections Take Effect June 15
In May of this year, Petaluma City Council adopted an ordinance (set of rules) that provides extended tenant protections.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Local Murals Supported By City Of Napa Fund
Recently, Parks & Rec and Planning staff sought applications from muralists and selected one to enhance the site at First and Main Street.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lamorinda Restaurant Awarded $5K Grant For Upgrades, Bonuses
Nearly 80 restaurants across the region will get money from the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund to help with upgrades, training and more.
Maggie Fusek and Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
2 Walnut Creek Eateries Awarded $5K Grants For Upgrades, Bonuses
Nearly 80 restaurants across the region will get money from the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund to help with upgrades, training and more.
Maggie Fusek and Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Restaurant Awarded $5K Grant For Upgrades, Bonuses
Nearly 80 restaurants across the region will get money from the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund to help with upgrades, training and more.
Maggie Fusek and Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park Restaurant Awarded $5K Grant
Nearly 80 restaurants across the region will get money from the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund to help with upgrades, training and more.
Maggie Fusek and Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
3 Petaluma Eateries Awarded $5K Grants
Nearly 80 restaurants across the region will get money from the Restaurants Care Resilience Fund to help with upgrades, training and more.
Maggie Fusek and Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
14th Annual Beaver Festival Promises To Be A 'Dam' Good Time
The beloved annual event celebrates the beavers who came to town in 2007 and whose offspring are now thought to be throughout the Bay Area.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley Pioneer, Winery Founder Tony Peju, Dies At 85
In relentless pursuit of his vision, Tony Peju pushed boundaries, questioned the status quo, and changed the wine industry forever.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Just 1 CA City Makes Fortune's List Of 50 Best Places To Live
In an analysis of nearly 1,900 U.S. cities, this California city made the list of "The 50 Best Places To Live For Families."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Supervisors Grant Forgivable Child Care Loan Funds To 7 Providers
The selected providers will create or preserve 377 childcare spots in the cities of Napa, St. Helena and Calistoga.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Community Encouraged To Take Broadband Digital Equity Public Survey
The survey will provide input on how to improve the digital divide statewide and within Napa County.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Con Fire Confirms Lithium-Ion Batteries Spark Walnut Creek House Fire
"This is clearly a growing trend over recent years and we are kicking off an awareness campaign to advise residents of the dangers."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Veggie Grill Closes In Berkeley, 2 Other Bay Area Cities
There are three remaining Veggie Grill locations in the Bay Area.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Mountain View, CA|News|
Veggie Grill Closes In Mountain View, 2 Other Bay Area Cities
There are three remaining Veggie Grill locations in the Bay Area.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
