Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma Woman Accused In Petaluma Subway Robbery
An employee of the Subway suffered moderate injuries in the strong-arm robbery, police said.
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
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Concord|News|
Car Collides With Transformer In Concord, Causing Fire: Police
The incident closed Willow Pass Road in both directions, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
CHP Officer Struck On Hwy 242 By Suspected DUI Driver
The female officer was doing a traffic stop when she was injured by a driver suspected of being under the influence of drugs.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park, Cotati Homeowners Can Apply For Property Tax Assistance
California Mortgage Relief Program raised the assistance limit for delinquent property taxes from $20,000 to up to $80,000 per household.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Homeowners May Be Eligible For Property Tax Assistance
California Mortgage Relief Program raised the assistance limit for delinquent property taxes from $20,000 to up to $80,000 per household.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Property Tax Assistance Available To More Healdsburg Homeowners
California Mortgage Relief Program raised the assistance limit for delinquent property taxes from $20,000 to up to $80,000 per household.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Building An ADU In Concord? City Announces 6 Pre-Approved ADU Plans
Six building code-compliant, construction-level plan sets ranging from studios to one- and two-bedrooms are now available at no cost.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma Water Responds To Letter Questioning Releases From Lake Sonoma
Sonoma Water Deputy Chief Engineer Don Seymour responds to a letter to the editor from Healdsburg resident Stanley Crane.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park Officer Assaulted At Domestic Disturbance Call: Police
A Rohnert Park man was jailed on suspicion of assaulting two of his family members as well the officer.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Driver Accused In DUI Crash At Petaluma SMART Station: Police
A 23-year-old man collided with a chain link fence at the downtown Petaluma SMART parking lot and dragged the fence 50 yards, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Woman Accused In Grocery Store Robbery In Petaluma
When a store employee confronted the woman, it is alleged she assaulted the employee and took off with merchandise.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
2 Injured In Apparent Gang-Related Napa Shooting, Police Say
The suspect or suspects were still outstanding Thursday as the investigation continued.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
'Unattended Heating Device' Sparks Fire At Santa Rosa Business Suite
The blaze Wednesday night was at a building that houses the U.S. Armed Forces Recruiting Center.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
6 Displaced, Firefighter Injured In Petaluma Retirement Community Fire
Residents were evacuating the multi-unit building as the Petaluma Fire Department arrived and crews help additional residents to safety.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Supervisors Approve Board And Commission Appointments, Reappointments
"Joining a Napa County board or commission is a great way to get involved in the community."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Opens Forgivable Loan Program For Childcare Providers
The goal of the $3.8 million program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is to create or preserve infant and preschool childcare
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Camera Helps Catch Pair Sought In Organized Retail Thefts: Concord PD
A newly installed Flock camera alerted investigators to a car sought in the investigation, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Driver Dies In Single-Vehicle Crash On Highway 4 Near Bay Point
The crash involving only a blue GMC Envoy happened near Bailey Road.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
East Bay Cat Rescue Organization Opens Adoption Center
Cat Town and Pet Food Express invite the public to an upcoming event in celebration of the organization's new location.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Groundwater Wells: Sonoma County Supes Move To Update Permit Process
Before a permit is approved, potential adverse impacts on waterways like the Russian River would be analyzed and mitigated.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
