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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|
CPUC Approves PG&E Request For Interim Rate Hike
The utility said the increase recovers some of the costs of wildfire safety work and response to the historic storms of winter 2022-2023.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Self-Driving Car Service Launches In Martinez: What To Know
It marks the third community where the Contra Costa Transportation Authority has introduced an autonomous vehicle pilot program.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
New American Job Center of California Opens In Napa County
The AJCC, named CareerPoint Napa, provides a range of services designed to help job seekers and employers meet their workforce needs.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Fore! Deer Sighting On Golf Course Is Healdsburg's Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Convicted Port-a-Potty Penetrator Denied Resentencing
The East Bay man convicted of cutting holes in the back of portable toilets to sexually assault women sought resentencing through a new law.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Orinda Resident Detained In Homicide Investigation: Sheriff's Office
An Orinda resident died Thursday in a shooting, and his death was considered a homicide.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Boy Arrested For School Threats In Bay Area: Police
The threats toward two schools were deemed not credible, but police said they would still have a heightened presence in the coming days.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Meet Jeffrey 'JJ' Jay, District 4 Candidate For Petaluma City Council
To help voters get to know the candidates, Patch sent Frank Quint and Jeffrey "JJ" Jay a questionnaire. Here is what they had to say.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Meet Frank Quint, District 4 Candidate For Petaluma City Council
To help voters get to know the candidates, Patch sent Frank Quint and Jeffrey "JJ" Jay a questionnaire. Here is what they had to say.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Willow Fire Blackens 70 Acres Near Concord
The two-alarm wildfire started near Willow Pass and Avila roads.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Hwy 24 Reopens After Big Rig Overturns, Spills Lawn Sod Across Lanes
The overturned big rig and debris blocked all westbound lanes in Orinda.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Overnight Hwy 221 Lane Closures Slated 3 More Nights
Caltrans is keeping one lane of traffic open on the north—and southbound sides, but motorists should still expect traffic delays.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Coroner Identifies Man Killed In 12-Vehicle North Bay Crash
Officially identifying the victim took more time than usual because of the nature of the incident and the severity of the injuries.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Gold Medalists Amit Elor, Sabrina Ionescu To Appear At Hometown Events
Walnut Creek is lucky to claim two gold medal winners from the Paris Olympics: wrestler Amit Elor and WNBA player Sabrina Ionescu.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Major Napa Intersection Reopens After Crash
Initially, the road closure was expected to continue most of Tuesday.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Police Respond To Pit Bull Loose In Neighborhood
The situation prompted police to alert residents of a Petaluma neighborhood.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Man With Gun Threatens To Kill Family Members: Napa PD
Some residents were ordered to shelter in place and the Napa Police Department's Crisis Response Unit was called to the scene.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
BJ's Battles Inflation With $13 Meal At North Bay Locations
"In today’s economic environment, it’s more important than ever to provide something that truly resonates with our guests."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
BJ's Battles Inflation With $13 Meal At East Bay Locations
"In today’s economic environment, it’s more important than ever to provide something that truly resonates with our guests."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff