Petaluma, CA|News|
Driver Dies, Passenger Injured In Crash Near Petaluma
The fatal crash on Old Adobe Road involved a BMW 328i and a Cadillac CTS.
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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Healdsburg, CA|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Healdsburg
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Healdsburg.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Petaluma
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Petaluma.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Napa Valley
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around the Napa Valley.
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Concord|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Concord
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Concord.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Walnut Creek
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Walnut Creek
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Lamorinda
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Lamorinda.
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Concord|News|
Crews Battle Empire Fire In East Contra Costa
The blaze broke out at Empire Mine Road and Deer Valley Road.
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Concord|News|
Lottery To Be Held For New Concord Apartment Homes
The Rick Judd Commons, under construction at 1315 Galindo St., will consist of 62 affordable rental units. Here's what to know.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Bridge Repair: Caltrans To Close SR-116 In Forestville For 72 Hours
Drivers should allow extra time — around 7 minutes — if they plan to travel through this way over the weekend.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Preston Fire Burns Near Cloverdale
The wildfire broke out near the Thousand Trails Russian River campground.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lamorinda Pooch Takes 3rd Place In World's Ugliest Dog Contest
When it comes to Daisy Mae, who was rescued from the streets at a young age, true beauty lies within.
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Concord|News|
I-680 Freeway Reopens Several Hours After Garbage Truck Fire
The incident affected the freeway in both directions. CHP recommended avoiding the Walnut Creek/Pleasant Hill area if possible.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
The Color Of Squirrels: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
SMART Update On Windsor Station Construction
"Now is the time to begin thinking about railroad safety."
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Residents Invited To Participate In Climate Action Survey
The next two meetings are scheduled to take place June 28 and July 26.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
World's Ugliest Dog Competition Top 3 Finishers: Photos
The winner of the highly anticipated contest was invited to the "Today" show and to have its face on limited-edition MUG Root Beer cans.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Earthquake Shakes Northern Sonoma County
The quake was reported just before 5:30 a.m. Monday— Did YOU feel it?
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Exciting Discovery About Ground-Digging Bee Nesting At Bodega Head
A research journal recently published an exciting discovery about the bees that form turreted nests at Bodge and two other Bay Area beaches.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Man Accused Of Possessing Obscene Images Of Children: Police
Detectives with the Northern California Computer Crimes Task Force assisted Petaluma police with the investigation.
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