Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County To Launch New Emergency Alert System: How To Sign Up
Napa County is transitioning to a new emergency alert system and will hold a countywide mass notification test next week. What to know.
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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Concord|News|
Concord City Council To Consider Cannabis Microbusiness
The city's Planning Commission has approved the storefront with delivery retail. City Council will hold a public hearing, then take a vote.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
City Of Concord Summer Activity Guide Is Here
Registration for all summer programs opens Wednesday, April 5. Summer camp registration is already open.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa PD Announces Monthlong Crackdown On Drivers Caught Using Phones
Nearly 72 percent of California drivers surveyed said distracted driving because of texting was their biggest safety concern. How about you?
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma County Moves To Prohibit Daytime Camping In Public Spaces
Supervisors gave initial approval to amendments that discourage housing encampments, prevent garbage buildup and address public health.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Lineup: Concord's Music & Market Summer Concert Series To Return
The Concord tradition is enjoyed by thousands who come from all over the East Bay to experience live music by local bands and a chill vibe.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Prescribed Burn May Produce Smoke In Parts Of Lamorinda
The Moraga-Orinda Fire District advised nearby residents to close exterior doors and windows to keep smoke from entering their homes.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Blue Note Napa Presents Summer Sessions At Silverado Resort
Heather McDonald, Andrew Bird, Jake Owen and Don McClean join the lineup for the Summer Sessions outdoor concert series.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
County Seeks Applicants For Retirement Board Vacancy
Members of the Retirement Board receive $100 per meeting up to a monthly maximum of $500, plus reimbursement for expenses.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
CHP Responds To Fatal Crash Near Walnut Creek
One person died and another person was injured in the two-car collision on Treat Boulevard at Alderwood Road.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
2nd North Bay Suspect Arrested In Macy's Smash-And-Grab Robbery: WCPD
Detectives arrested Gerald Dial, 20, of Vallejo, at the San Francisco International Airport.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
2nd Arrest Made In Macy's Smash-And-Grab Robbery: Walnut Creek Police
Detectives arrested Gerald Dial, 20, of Vallejo, at the San Francisco International Airport.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Expands Outdoor Dining To Overlay District
Restaurants and bars in the new overlay district can now apply for outdoor dining. See a map here of the expanded area.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Police Seek Information In Petaluma Hit-And-Run
A silver compact four-door sedan is sought in a hit-and-run that happened Sunday morning, police said.
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Martinez, CA|News|
City Of Martinez Accepting Community Grant Applications
Fourteen local organizations were approved last year to receive community grants.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Supervisors To Consider Well Ordinance, Local Coastal Plan On Tuesday
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors will consider actions that could result in updates to the Well Ordinance and the Local Coastal Plan.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Apply For Summer Jobs With Martinez Recreation Department
Seeking work as a lifeguard/swim instructor or recreation leader? The city has opportunities over the summer and throughout the year.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Former Manager Admits Embezzling $1.4M From Contra Costa Employer
As part of her plea agreement, former accounting manager Mary Antoinette Narvaez Hernandez must stay away from Ramar Foods International.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Chamber Of Commerce: 2 Market Innovation Conference Set To Inspire, Empower
Tickets are available now for the upcoming Innovation Conference in Walnut Creek.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Winery Fire In Yountville Contained To Shed
A car and a motorcycle were also lost in the fire.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
