Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Cindy Silva To Serve As Walnut Creek Mayor
Re-elected councilmembers and the city treasurer were sworn in for additional terms.
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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Across California, CA|News|
Sunbathing Sea Lion | Lucky Rainbow | East Bay Beauty: CA In Photos
It's your state; It's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Across California, CA|News|
17 CA Cities Rank Among Happiest Places To Live, Study Shows
Ten California cities were among the Top 10 happiest places to live, while 17 were among the Top 50, according to a study by SmartAsset.
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Concord|News|
City Of Concord Seeks Applicants For Homeless Strategic Plan Working Group
The Working Group will assist the City as it begins developing its Homeless Strategic Plan in 2023.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Man Arrested In Death Of CHP Captain's Estranged Husband
Thomas O'Donnell, 60, of Napa, was arrested at the Sacramento airport in connection with the death of CHP Capt. Julie Harding's husband.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
City Of Napa's Petition For Receivership Appointment Granted By Napa County Superior Court
Since July 2021, the City has responded to a series of complaints regarding 3558 Jefferson Street in Napa.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
At-Risk Missing Petaluma Woman Found Safe In San Francisco
Petaluma PD and the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office suspended the local search for Virginia Fuquay and shifted the focus to San Francisco.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In SF County, Bay Area
With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.
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Berkeley, CA|News|
Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In Berkeley, Bay Area
With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.
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Alameda, CA|News|
Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In Alameda Co., Bay Area
With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In Contra Costa, Bay Area
With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In Napa County, Bay Area
With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Masks Indoors In Public Urged Over Holidays In Sonoma County, Bay Area
With respiratory viruses circulating, 12 Bay Area health officials recommend steps for staying healthy for the holidays.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Traffic Alert: Lafayette Crash Closes Moraga Road At Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Police advised of traffic delays at the scene of a collision involving a car and a bicyclist.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
East Bay Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting, Trying To Kidnap Women
Detectives believe there may be additional victims in the community who have not come forward.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Construction Begins On Calistoga Section Of Napa Valley Vine Trail
The public is asked to stay off a section of the Vine Trail during construction which is expected to last until the summer.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Natalie Rogers Selected As City Of Santa Rosa's First Black Mayor
The seven-member City Council selected Rogers to serve as mayor for a two-year term.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez Refinery Release: County Recommends Independent Investigation
To update the community and address concerns, the City of Martinez and Contra Costa Health Services will hold a virtual town hall next week.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley Freeze Warning Extended Through Thursday Morning
Widespread frost is likely as overnight temperatures are expected to hit the freezing mark in many Bay Area locations, the NWS said.
Maggie Fusek and Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Freeze Warning Extended Through Thursday Morning
Widespread frost is likely as overnight temperatures are expected to hit the freezing mark in many Bay Area locations, the NWS said.
Maggie Fusek and Gideon Rubin, Patch Staff