Healdsburg, CA|News|
Suspected Hoax Investigated At Healdsburg Afterschool Program
"Out of an abundance of caution, the Healdsburg Police Department is providing additional patrols throughout the area."
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|
Business Robbed At Gunpoint In Rohnert Park
The suspect removed a handgun from his waistband and demanded money from the cash register, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Woman, 44, Dies In Sonoma Valley Head-On Collision: CHP
The other driver was airlifted to a hospital from the crash site on Arnold Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Mercury Spill Health Advisory Lifted, Martinez Train Station Reopens
The public was asked to avoid walking in the streets in a five-block area where trace amounts of the toxic mercury were discovered.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
4 Residents, Dog Escape Petaluma House Fire
A police officer was nearby and helped evacuate the residents.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lamorinda, Contra Costa Residents Invited To PG&E Virtual Town Hall
During this week's meeting, residents will hear about wildfire prevention efforts in their area and meet their local PG&E leadership team.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek, Contra Costa Residents Invited To PG&E Town Hall
During this week's meeting, residents will hear about wildfire prevention efforts in their area and meet their local PG&E leadership team.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord, Contra Costa Residents Invited To PG&E Virtual Town Hall
During this week's meeting, residents will hear about wildfire prevention efforts in their area and meet their local PG&E leadership team.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez, Contra Costa Residents Invited To PG&E Virtual Town Hall
During this week's meeting, residents will hear about wildfire prevention efforts in their area and meet their local PG&E leadership team.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Top 3 Napa County Wine Varieties, Wine Grape Production Revealed In 2022 Napa County Ag Report
Total ag production rose by over 19 percent last year in Napa County, according to the latest Napa County Agricultural Crop report.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
3 People Dead in Antioch Crash
Police believe speeding was a factor in the collision.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
'Respect Russian River' Initiative Launches, Merchandise Goes On Sale
Sales of "Respect Russian River" T-shirts, bumper stickers, hats and other merch will support the newly formed Russian River Confluence.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Condo Fire Sparked By Barbecue, Official Says
Fire extensively damaged both floors of the two-story condo and extended into the attic before it was extinguished.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
County To Pave 5 Petaluma-Area Road Segments This Summer
The cost of all paving work planned for Summer 2023 in Sonoma County is approximately $29 million.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Los Gatos, CA|News|
2 NorCal Metros Ranked Among 50 Best Places To Live By U.S. News: List
The new list evaluates the 150 biggest U.S. metropolitan areas based on value, competitiveness of the job market and quality of life.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Services Planned For 2 Drivers Killed In Highway 4 Crash
An 18-year-old woman died at the scene near Center Street. The second driver, a 49-year-old father of four, died the next day at a hospital.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Mariam Aboudamous Announces Bid For Napa County Supervisor
American Canyon City Councilmember Mariam Aboudamous will run for Napa County Board of Supervisors District 5 in the March 2024 primary.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
North Bay Post Offices Host Weekly Job Fairs
The U.S. Postal Service has nearly 1,000 job openings across the Bay Area, some of which need to be immediately filled.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rainbow Over Rohnert Park: Photo Of The Day
Recognize where in Rohnert Park this photo was taken?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Out On The Ridge: Walnut Creek Photo Of The Day
Do you have a photo of Walnut Creek you'd like to share?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
