Concord|News|
Concord's Music & Market Series Returns This Summer; See Lineup
The popular concert + farmers market series is on Thursdays from June -September at Todos Santos Plaza. See the lineup below.
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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Concord|News|
Driver Charged In Crash That Killed 9-Year-Old Girl: DA
The 22-year-old from Oregon is accused of running away from the fatal crash that happened on I-680 in Concord near the Highway 242 split.
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Across California, CA|News|
Baby Owls | Field Of Poppies| CA Man Travels To Eclipse: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Horse Named Spirit 'Loves A Good Sunset': Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Walnut Creek, CA|News|
'Permanently Temporary': Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Sacramento, CA|News|
Communication Workers Rally At AT&T In Sacramento: Photo Of The Day
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Kittens Could Use Your Help
It's kitten season. As local shelters see an influx of kittens, Pet Food Express shares three ways to help.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Contra Costa Kittens Could Use Your Help
It's kitten season. As local shelters see an influx of kittens, Pet Food Express shares three ways to help.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
56 Drivers Cited In Napa Police Crackdown
"Despite repeated efforts to warn drivers about the hands-free cell phone law, some continue to use their phones while operating a vehicle."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Map: North McDowell Road Closed This Weekend At New SMART Station
A partial SMART system closure is also planned this weekend, with no trains running to or from the Sonoma County Aiport and Cotati stations.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Man Charged In Rape Near BART Station: DA
A woman was walking on a trail near the North Concord BART station when it is alleged a Berkeley man forced her to the ground and raped her.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Youth, Seniors Can Now Ride Free On SMART Trains
The fare-free initiative for youth 18 and younger and seniors 65 and older allows them free entry to any train, any day.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Amid Rainy Forecast, Caltrans Pushes Back Highway 37 Weekend Closures
Paving work over four consecutive weekends was scheduled to start Friday but has been postponed. Here's what to know.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Map: Concord To Host Meetings On Fair Housing Rezoning Project
The city is holding two community meetings for the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Rezoning Project. See a map of the proposed.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Petalumans Can Save 40 Cents Per Gallon Of Gas Thursday At Circle K
A fuel day pop-up promotion is for three hours Thursday, April 11, at participating Circle K locations.
Maggie Fusek and Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napans Can Save 40 Cents Per Gallon Of Gas Thursday At Circle K
The fuel day pop-up event is for three hours at participating Circle K locations, including Napa Valley.
Maggie Fusek and Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Save 40 Cents Per Gallon Of Gas Thursday At Circle K 'Pop-Up'
The promotion is for three hours at participating Circle K locations, including Concord.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Save 40 Cents Per Gallon Of Gas Thursday At Circle K 'Pop-Up'
The promotion is for three hours at participating Circle K locations, including Healdsburg.
Maggie Fusek and Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Lafayette Unveils 2 Projects Recognizing Local Indigenous People
An unveiling ceremony was held at the corner of Mt. Diablo Boulevard and Lafayette Circle.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Council To See Presentation On New Aquatic, Community Center
Residents are encouraged to attend the next Walnut Creek City Council meeting for a project update on the new aquatic and community center.
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