Petaluma, CA|News|
Watch: Freeway Chase Ends In $75K Retail Theft Arrests
See footage from the pursuit down U.S. Highway 101 in Sonoma County. Police believe the suspects carried out thefts across the Bay Area.
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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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Q&A With Gott's Roadside: The Secret Sauce For Success
The Bay Area cult favorite with eight locations is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new menu items each month.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Police Identify Mother, 10-Year-Old Son Found Dead In Santa Rosa
Authorities were doing additional tests to try and determine how the boy died.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Warm, Dry Weather To Arrive In Concord
As temperatures warm up, wind speeds will also increase, with north/northeast gusts peaking from between 40 mph to 50 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Warm, Dry Weather To Arrive In Napa Valley
As temperatures warm up, wind speeds will also increase, with north/northeast gusts peaking from between 40 mph to 50 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Warm, Dry Weather To Arrive In Petaluma
As temperatures warm up, wind speeds will also increase, with north/northeast gusts peaking from between 40 mph to 50 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Warm, Dry Weather To Arrive In Healdsburg
As temperatures warm up, wind speeds will also increase, with north/northeast gusts peaking from between 40 mph to 50 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Warm, Dry Weather To Arrive In Lamorinda
As temperatures warm up, wind speeds will also increase, with north/northeast gusts peaking from between 40 mph to 50 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Warm, Dry Weather To Arrive In Walnut Creek
As temperatures warm up, wind speeds will also increase, with north/northeast gusts peaking from between 40 mph to 50 mph.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Citizens File Referendum Petition
The move stalls the implementation of the city's recently approved ordinance on rent stabilization and just cause for eviction.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Location Chosen For Healdsburg SMART Station
The historic Healdsburg Depot site was chosen for the new SMART station versus another site called West Plaza.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Donate $1 For Shoes, Get Free Pizookie At Santa Rosa BJ's Restaurant
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse in Santa Rosa invites loyal fans this March Madness to contribute to its nationwide campaign with Hav A Sole.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Donate $1 For Shoes, Get Free Pizookie At BJ's Restaurant In Concord
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse in Concord invites loyal fans this March Madness to contribute to its nationwide campaign with Hav A Sole.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Portrait Of A Swan: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos! Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
SMART System Closures Slated North Of Petaluma
During two weekend closures related to construction of the Petlauma North Station, no trains will run at five stations north of Petaluma.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Longtime Napa City Attorney Announces Plans To Leave
"We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Michael for his many years of service and loyalty to Napa," Mayor Scott Sedgley said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
200 Volunteers Needed For Petaluma Butter & Egg Days
Groups of 20 or more volunteers get their logo printed on the back of their parade shirts.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Spills Human Waste From RV, Causing Hazmat Incident: Police
Officers were involved in negotiations and a brief standoff with the man before taking him into custody.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Containment Grows On 19-Acre Wildfire In Antioch: Con Fire
The blaze broke out in the 1700 block of West Fourth Street.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Rare Bloom Alert | Leaf Meme | Surf Scoters In SoCal: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
