Petaluma, CA|News|
These 19 CA Cities Are Among The 'Hottest' Housing Markets In The U.S.
The new list from Realtor.com includes several California metro areas as the most popular real estate buys.
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- 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
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Traffic Advisory: Piper Street Down To 1 Lane
The city of Healdsburg issued a traffic advisory Friday for Piper Street.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley Winery Hosts Ukrainian Winemakers Seeking To Rebuild
"It can be argued that Ukraine is a new star on the world wine map," said Georgiy Molchanov, head of a Black Sea winemakers association.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Cove Fire Stopped; Crystal Fire Nearly Contained
Crews were expected to continue working the Crystal Fire overnight after battling two fires Thursday in Napa County.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Charges Filed In Hit-And-Run Near Walnut Creek Farmers' Market
Two women were critically injured when they were struck by an SUV on Locust Street.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Building Bridges: Napa County Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Moraga Educator Honored To Join PBLWorks National Faculty
Linda Lathrop is one of 75 educators training thousands of teachers across the United States and beyond.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Brown Street Closed Thursday In Healdsburg
The Electric Department is working in the area.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Firefighters Injured, Containment Grows On Crystal Fire In Napa County
One outbuilding was destroyed in the blaze but firefighters spared all homes from any damage or destruction.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
St. Helena Structure Fire Doused, Crews In Clean-Up Mode
The blaze broke out around 10 a.m. on Oak Avenue and crews were still on scene several hours later.
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Concord|News|
Downtown Concord Atmosphere, Appearance Enhanced By New Program
"Our visitors are taking notice and returning in greater numbers," Concord Mayor Edi Birsan said.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Fertility Clinic Opens in Walnut Creek, Welcomes All Family Structures
"We are thrilled to serve the greater East Bay community and help people welcome babies into their lives."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Coroner's Inquest Held In Police Chase Deaths Of Mom, 1 Of 2 Twin Sons
A jury decided on the manner of death in a police chase and crash that took the lives of a 31-year-old mom and her son, 6, in 2023 in Rodeo.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Sonoma State Mourns Alum Larry Allen, Dallas Cowboy NFL Hall Of Famer
Allen was the first student-athlete in the history of Sonoma State University football to be drafted into the National Football League.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Avian Flu Emergency Ends In Sonoma County
The most significant outbreak in the county's history resulted in the euthanization of 1.2 million birds and an estimated $20 million loss.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
Car Fire Blocks Caldecott Tunnel, Traps Vehicles Inside: CHP
CHP officers could not immediately enter the tunnel because they did not have proper breathing equipment.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Sonoma County Offers Marina Fee Waiver As Salmon, Crab Seasons Nixed
In the wake of this significant economic blow, waivers for commercial vessels at Bodega Bay are available until funds are exhausted.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Student Accused Of Bringing Gun, Marijuana On Campus: PD
The student was arrested and booked into county jail on gun and concentrated cannabis charges, police said.
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Sacramento, CA|News|
Healthcare Minimum Wage Hike Gets Last-Minute Delay
Almost half a million California healthcare workers will have to wait another month until phased minimum wage hikes reaching $25 kick in.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Invites Residents To Complete Online Survey On Climate Action
Residents can help create a Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan that builds resilience and sustainability for Napa County's future.
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