Orange County, CA|News|
Tuesday Morning Store Closings Include Orange County Closures
In its bankruptcy filing, Tuesday Morning said it is closing more than half of its 487 stores nationwide.
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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Palos Verdes, CA|News|
South Bay Among Tuesday Morning Store Closings
In its bankruptcy filing, Tuesday Morning said it is closing more than half of its 487 stores nationwide.
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Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|News|
Tuesday Morning Store Closings Include San Fernando Valley Closures
In its bankruptcy filing, Tuesday Morning said it is closing more than half of its 487 stores nationwide.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Tuesday Morning Closing Stores: Here Are The NorCal Closures
In its bankruptcy filing, Tuesday Morning said it is closing more than half of its 487 stores nationwide.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
What To Know In Petaluma This Week
Disaster Loans; Kenilworth Park Revitalization; Cedar Grove Resolution; Making N. McDowell Safer; More.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Former Contra Costa Sheriff's Deputy Faces Multiple Charges
Matthew Buckley, 41, faces charges including grand theft, unlawful possession of an AR-15, and filing a false report, the DA's Office said.
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Across California, CA|News|
Double Rainbow | Heart Nebula | Mustard Superbloom: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Con Fire Graduates Academy 58, Adding 28 Firefighters To The Ranks
They are now prepared to enter the next phase of their careers, serving the residents of Contra Costa County as Con Fire firefighters.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
St. Helena To Consider Termination Of Phase I Water Emergency
The termination is likely but not until July, as the city's municipal code requires an analysis.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Suspected DUI Driver Collides With Bus Stop, Fence: Police
Officers found a white Toyota Camry overturned near the intersection of West Steele Lane and Northcoast Street.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma County To Lift COVID-Related Public Health Emergency
"Armed with widely available vaccines and much more knowledge about the virus, we no longer have to treat COVID-19 as an emergency."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Police Make Arrest In Threat Against Las Lomas High School
An 18-year-old San Joaquin man was arrested on suspicion of criminal threat and causing a false emergency report, Walnut Creek police said.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Carjacking Victim Punched, Forced To Drive At Knifepoint In Santa Rosa
Officers initially thought they were responding to a DUI until the victim waved frantically from the back seat to catch their attention.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
City Of Petaluma Works To Clear Homeless Encampment From Cedar Grove
Around 40 people have been staying at Cedar Grove over the last few months, creating a public health hazard, the city said.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Mustard Is Napa Valley's Superbloom: 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|
Fatal Crash Briefly Shuts Down I-680 Lanes Near Walnut Creek
The collision involving a pedestrian prompted the closure of all southbound lanes north of Treat Boulevard.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sonoma County Seeks To Form Fire Memorial Task Force
The memorial will honor those lost in the 2017 wildfire complex and recognize the impact on Sonoma County residents.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Police Confirm 'Hoax' Prompted Lockdown At St. Helena High School
Officers from multiple law enforcement agencies responded when a report was received of an active shooter.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Police Investigate 'Hoax Threat' To Maria Carrillo High School
The school was placed on lockdown while officers searched the school and confirmed it was a hoax, Santa Rosa police said.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
County To Hold Community Visioning Sessions For Arts & Culture Plan
Sessions are planned in Walnut Creek, Danville, Oakley, Pittsburg and Richmond. The events are free and all are welcome to attend.
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