Concord|News|
City Council To Review Tenant Protection Ordinance —Again
Concord City Council directed staff this week to bring back two aspects of the newly implemented changes to the city's municipal code.
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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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Orinda Photographer Documents Skateboarding History In New Exhibit
Jeff Heyman's "Montevideo: Skateboarding History in the San Ramon Valley" opens soon at the Museum of The San Ramon Valley.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Gas Station Robbery: Police Release Suspect Photo
Authorities asked anyone who recognizes the man or has other information that may help investigators to call Petaluma police.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Traffic Advisory Issued For Moraga Way In Orinda
One-way traffic control was expected in two locations Thursday, police said.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
2 Rohnert Park Residents Busted With Drugs, Paraphernalia: Petaluma PD
Thirty grams of meth was found in pre-packaged quantities for apparent sales, police said.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
2 Busted With Drugs, Paraphernalia In Petaluma: Police
Thirty grams of meth was found in pre-packaged quantities for apparent sales, police said.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Wildfire Relief: Festival Napa Valley To Donate Concert Proceeds
"Festival Napa Valley extends its deepest sympathy to all who have lost homes, livelihoods, and loved ones."
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Community Arts Foundation Seeks Board Members
Board members are vital in advocating for arts awareness and accessibility throughout Contra Costa County.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
SSU Redwood Empire Jazz Festival Features Local Students
Participants this year include 29 bands from 17 different schools.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
New Bridge Housing Facility To Open In Sonoma County
Supervisors approved a $5 million contract with Felton Institute to operate an 80-bed transitional housing facility.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Supervisors OK Plan To Separate Registrar Of Voters From Other Duties
The change will give Sonoma County a dedicated election official and eliminate the inherent conflict of interest, Chair Lynda Hopkins said.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Busy Napa Valley Intersection Changing To Stoplight
Following the change, the intersection will be closely monitored for any issues or concerns, Napa County Public Works said.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Innovative Artists Shine At Napa Lighted Art Festival
With art projected onto three iconic buildings, plus 11 lighted art installations, the walkable outdoor experience transforms downtown Napa.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Police Plan Parking Enforcement Operation
The operation will be conducted in District 15. Here's what to know.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Bay Area Air District Announces New Logo, Name
The logo's flowing lines represent the nine counties it serves and show its commitment to improving air quality across the entire Bay Area.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
'Land, Sky, And Sea: A Tapestry Of Perspectives' Opens Feb. 6 At Sonoma State
The exhibition features the works of Sonoma County artists Catherine Daley, Adrian Mendoza and Bambi Waterman.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
CHP Officers Help Stranded Sea Lion
At one point, the animal was perched on a wall, one door down from the local Catholic church.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Bomb Squads Help Dispose Of Antique Military Ordnance
Walnut Creek PD's bomb squad responded along with a team from the U.S. Air Force.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma County To Host General Plan Workshop In South County
"Sonoma County is committed to an inclusive process that captures the diverse voices of its residents."
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
County Invites Community To General Plan Workshop In Healdsburg
"Sonoma County is committed to an inclusive process that captures the diverse voices of its residents."
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