Lamorinda, CA|News|
'Gary From Spongebob' Surfaces In Lamorinda: Photo Of The Day
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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|
Pedestrian Remains In Critical Condition From Petaluma Crash
The collision between a car and a pedestrian at North McDowell Boulevard and Candlewood Drive remained under investigation.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
How To Enter 'The World's Ugliest Dog Contest'
There is still time to enter. Read here for the contest date, registration deadline, rules, regulations, and entry forms to download.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Underage Decoys Visit 17 Petaluma Tobacco Retailers
Police supervised and directed the decoys as they tried to buy tobacco. Here's how many vendors were caught selling to the underage decoys.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Contra Costa Man Gets Life Sentences In Fatal American Canyon Shooting
Christopher "Roly" Young, 26, received two consecutive life sentences for the murder of American Canyon Safeway worker Nathan Garza, 18.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Man Gets Consecutive Life Sentences In Fatal American Canyon Shooting
Christopher "Roly" Young, 26, of Martinez, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of Safeway worker Nathan Garza, 18.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Chalk Art Sky | Sublime Marin County | Colorful Kayaks: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
'Martinez Color At Its Very Best': Photo Of The Day
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Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Springtime Horseplay: Napa Valley Photos Of The Day
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Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
A Triplet Lily Surprise: Lamorinda Photo Of The Day
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Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Auction Weekend Brings In $3.8M For Youth Mental Health In Napa Valley
Collective Napa Valley puts on the annual event where wine enthusiasts can bid on the best of Napa Valley wines and winery experiences.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Retail Theft Suspects Arrested In American Canyon
The female driver tried to evade officers until she no longer had a choice, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
I-680 Weekend Freeway Closure: Message Signs, CHP To Direct Motorists
Motorists in the East Bay, including in Concord and Walnut Creek, may need to use detour routes with the freeway closed. What to know.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
New Napa County CEO Ryan Alsop Hails From Kern County
Alsop also worked for Los Angeles County and the City of Long Beach. He also directed external affairs for then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Blue Zones Project Petaluma: Citywide Initiative To Transform Community's Well-Being
Petaluma Mayor Kevin McDonnell said it will make Petaluma "a healthier, happier, and more connected place to live."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Santa Rosa Student Wins College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship
Congratulations to John Peter Simon of Santa Rosa!
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Student Wins College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship
Congratulations to Matthew Lee of Walnut Creek!
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Student Wins College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship
Congratulations to Vintage High School senior Armand Shekari!
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Bay Area Boy, 7, Bitten By Rattlesnake On Family Hike
The boy and several family members were about 15 minutes into their hike when the boy became seriously injured, California State Parks said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Child Possibly Bitten By Snake, Airlifted From Mount Diablo State Park
A California Highway Patrol helicopter crew flew the 7-year-old boy to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
