Across California, CA|News|
Thank You, Firefighters | Dolphin Stampede | Bay Bridge: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
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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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Tickets On Sale For Rotary Club Of Orinda Benefit Event, Western Style
The finest hoedown on this side of the Caldecott Tunnel is set for Sept. 6.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Steer Clear: Calves Grazing In Walnut Creek's East Bay Regional Parks
It's calving season in the East Bay hills. Here's what to do if you encounter a calf while hiking in an East Bay Regional Park.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Section Of Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail Closed Saturday
The East Bay Regional Park District is scheduled to work on an ongoing restoration project.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Steer Clear Of Calves Grazing In Concord's East Bay Regional Parks
It's calving season in the East Bay hills. Here's what to do if you encounter a calf while hiking in an East Bay Regional Park.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
CHP, Police To Hold Checkpoint In Pittsburg
Traffic volume permitting, officers will check all cars and arrest drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
St. Helena 9th Grader To Receive City's 1st Community In Action Award
Lucy Janev began her advocacy journey in third grade when she requested safer crosswalks for her neighborhood.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
State Awards $21.1M For Healdsburg's Saggio Hills Affordable Housing
Saggio Hills Phase I is the first step in fulfilling the city's affordable housing commitments tied to the Montage Healdsburg development.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Structure Fire Displaces 2
The home was deemed unsafe and red-tagged by the Petaluma Building Department.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Steer Clear Of Calves Grazing In Lamorinda's East Bay Regional Parks
It's calving season in the East Bay hills. Here's what to do if you encounter a calf while hiking in an East Bay Regional Park.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
San Anselmo-Fairfax, CA|News|
Marin County Crash Victim Identified As Petaluma 19-Year-Old
Witnesses told law enforcement he was speeding right before the crash.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Man, 19, Killed In Marin County Head-On Collision
More than $10,000 was donated toward his memorial expenses as of Thursday through a GoFundMe campaign.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Automated Camera Enforcement Expands In Contra Costa County
AI-powered cameras are on 100 AC Transit buses. Get ready for $110 citations.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
SMART Expands Airport Shuttle Service Area, Extends Hours
The shuttle now serves east of U.S. Highway 101 to destinations including the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Sign Up For Walnut Creek Community Service Day
Choose from over 35 outdoor and indoor projects.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Busted While Graffitiing Local Trail: Petaluma PD
Petaluma officers were conducting extra patrols when they caught him.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Grapes Ready To Harvest In Healdsburg: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Colorful Carquinez Strait Sunset: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Fremont Man Arrested In Extortion Scheme: Police
It is alleged he convinced the victim he was with the U.S. Department of Treasury.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
East Bay Man Suspected In Napa County Extortion Scheme: Police
It is alleged he convinced the victim he was with the U.S. Department of Treasury.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff