Concord|News|
Contra Costa Urges Vigilance As Measles Cases Rise In CA, U.S.
The Association of Bay Area Health Officers underscored the importance of robust protection against the highly contagious illness.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
- Concord, CA
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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.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Urges Vigilance As Measles Cases Rise In CA, U.S.
The Association of Bay Area Health Officers underscored the importance of robust protection against the highly contagious illness.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Lifelong Petaluman Gina Benedetti-Petnic Named City's Interim Director Of Public Works, Utilities
"We are grateful to have Gina at the helm during this time of transition," the city said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
'Broadway In Sonoma': Tickets On Sale For Transcendence Summer Season
California State Parks' ongoing litigation prevents Transcendence from holding its summer season at Jack London as it has in past years.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Major Outage Impacts Healdsburg On Easter Sunday
The widespread electricity outage happened midday and affected the downtown area.
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Lamorinda, CA|News|
See Smoke? Prescribed Burn Scheduled In Lamorinda
Smoke may be visible to motorists on Highway 24 during the pile burn — expected to last three days if conditions remain favorable.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Police Make Arrests In Shooting Outside North Bay Grocery Store
The male victims were rushed to a hospital as area residents were ordered to shelter in place.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Off-Duty Deputy Saves Woman From Burning House: Sheriff
An off-duty Sonoma County Sheriff's deputy was in the area when he heard cries for help and leaped into action, the sheriff's office said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
CHP To Hold Checkpoint In Sonoma County
Officers with the California Highway Patrol's Santa Rosa Area office plan to check all vehicles if time permits.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
East Bay Drug Lab Searched; 1 Arrested, 2 At Large
Walnut Creek PD's bomb squad responded to the suspected DMT lab in Brentwood to detonate explosive containers, the sheriff's office said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Magical Sunrise | Inspiring Women | Secluded Cove: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Photo: Graton's Lana Rivera Among 20 'Inspiring Women of SF' Honored
Graton Resort & Casino President Lana Rivera was honored alongside U.S. Rep. Anna Eschoo, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, and others.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
A Photographer's Take On 'The Starry Night': Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Former Blockbuster Employee Opens Free Movie Library
The Free Blockbuster box, a mini library with movies not books, is in Rohnert Park and one of three in the Bay Area.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
$23K In Clothing Stolen From Napa Lululemon: Police
Four suspects led law enforcement on a pursuit over the Carquinez Bridge and into the Oakland area, Napa police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Police Investigate Fatal Bicycle Crash
A bicyclist died and police believe he was involved in a collision. They would like to speak with anyone who saw him or has video of him.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Lamorinda?
Here's what to know in Lamorinda about the solar eclipse on April 8.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Walnut Creek?
Here's what to know in Walnut Creek about the solar eclipse on April 8.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Concord?
Here's what to know in Concord about the solar eclipse on April 8.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Napa Valley?
Here's what to know in Napa Valley about the solar eclipse on April 8.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff