Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Arrested On Annoying A Child Charge, Petaluma Police Say
It is alleged that the 64-year-old man approached two girls ages 15 and 16 and asked them if they wanted to have sex, police said.
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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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Vies For All-America City Award
"It's a tremendous honor, not just for our city, but all who call Petaluma home and contribute to the fabric of our exceptional community."
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Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Fortunate Ones: Half Moon Bay Photo Of The Day
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Saratoga, CA|News|
Wine With A View: Saratoga Photo Of The Day
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Across California, CA|News|
It's Not Mavericks, It's Pacific Grove: Photo Of The Day
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Temecula, CA|News|
Great Egret Strolls Around Temecula Back Yard: Photo Of The Day
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Geek Out Napa Valley: 3rd Annual Comic-Con Announced
"From award-winning artists and authors to live music and cosplay, there’s something for everyone to ‘geek out’ on."
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Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
'Happy, Healthy' Crabs Leave Clawprints In The Sand: Photos Of The Day
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Traffic Alert: Oakville Grade Road Closed
BREAKING: The Napa County Sheriff's Office said to use alternate routes.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Strange 'Stone Fruit' Found On Malibu Beach: Photo Of The Day
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Rohnert Park Woman Accused Of Embezzling Nearly $200K From Employer
It is alleged the 40-year-old woman used her employer's money on personal items and other unauthorized transactions.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Woman Accused Of Embezzling Nearly $200K From Sonoma County Employer
It is alleged the 40-year-old woman used her employer's money on personal items and other unauthorized transactions.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Appellation St. Helena Hosts Another Delicious 'bASH'
The 14th annual food & wine competition paired Napa Valley wineries & aspiring chefs from The Culinary Institute of America. See 25 photos.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Where To See Wildflowers In The East Bay
Wildflower season has arrived at several East Bay Regional Parks. Here is what to know.
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Concord|News|
Contra Costa-Based Flight School Honored With Prestigious Award
"Only a handful of schools across the country receive this award. We’re proud to represent Contra Costa and the Bay Area in such a big way."
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Resident Comes Home, Finds Prowler Under Bed: Police
Officers responded to the Oakhill Brewster neighborhood to search for the intruder but did not locate him.
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San Mateo, CA|News|
Osprey Couple 'Sets Up House': Photos Of The Day
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Santa Rosa Police Open Downtown Substation
The hope is that The Plaza substation will become a community resource hub.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County DA Newsline For April 2025
The latest from District Attorney Allison Haley and staff.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
'Unprecedented' $137.9M Raised For Cancer Care At John Muir Health
The fundraiser surpassed its $100 million goal and became the largest philanthropic campaign ever recorded in Contra Costa County.
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