Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Save Mount Diablo Unveils Long-Desired 1.25-Mile Knobcone Point Trail
The project to open up this trail connection through one of Mount Diablo's wildest areas has been a decade in the making.
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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Martinez, CA|News|
Jurors Convict Contra Costa Man Of Arranging To Meet Minor For Sex: DA
Ahmed Kamal Ismaiel, a former employee of the Martinez Unified School District, faces up to 4 years in prison.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Bald Eagles | Blanket Of Wildflowers | Stunning Sunset: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Storm-Related Park, Public Space Closures Announced By City Of Napa
The closures will likely continue through the weekend and possible into next week, however parks staff will be monitoring conditions daily.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Flood Warning Issued For Parts Of Sonoma County
Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations was imminent or occurring as of 1 p.m. Friday.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Biking In Lime Ridge, Shell Ridge: Photos Of The Week
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
5 Injured In Walnut Creek Crash Involving 4 Vehicles: Con Fire
The cause appeared to be a vehicle exiting the highway too fast for the weather, Con Fire said.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Atmospheric River Arrives: Petaluma Under Flood Watch
"Flooding is an extremely serious concern with this AR as the ground is already saturated and streams and rivers are already swollen."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Atmospheric River Arrives: Rohnert Park, Cotati Under Flood Watch
"Flooding is an extremely serious concern with this AR as the ground is already saturated and streams and rivers are already swollen."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Atmospheric River Arrives: Healdsburg, Sonoma County Under Flood Watch
"Flooding is an extremely serious concern with this AR as the ground is already saturated and streams and rivers are already swollen."
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Atmospheric River Arrives: Napa County Under Flood Watch
"Flooding is an extremely serious concern with this AR as the ground is already saturated and streams and rivers are already swollen."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Planned In Santa Rosa
The Santa Rosa Police Department announced it will hold a checkpoint.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord City Council Allocates $7 Million To Local Nonprofits
At its March 7 meeting, the Concord City Council allocated $7 million in one-time federal funds to 22 local nonprofits.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
City Of Napa To Close Oxbow Bypass Flood Gates March 9
The flood gates crossing McKinstry Street are closed when the river is projected to overflow into the Oxbow Bypass area.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Man Suspected In 2 Dunkin' Donuts Burglaries: American Canyon PD
An East Bay man is suspected of breaking into the same Dunkin' Donuts twice.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
City Of Napa Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program: Community Workshops Coming Up
The city announced upcoming virtual and in-person community workshops as part of its effort to address traffic concerns in neighborhoods.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Wanted Petaluma Man Runs From Officers; Caught with Gun, Drugs: PD
Detectives were conducting surveillance on the man after he took off from a court hearing, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma County DA Announces $1.7M Settlement With Gas Station Owners
The settlement resolves allegations that the defendants violated state environmental laws at 14 gas stations including two in Sonoma County.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
5 Napa Youths Arrested In Downtown Vandalism Investigation, Police Say
Police believe the juveniles were responsible for some $6,000 in vandalism to buildings, parking garages, businesses and other facilities.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Lucky Player Wins $3.3M On Graton Resort & Casino Slot Machine
Total winnings from a $3 bet were $3,307,754.47.
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