Napa Valley, CA|News|
The Big Fix Benefits Napa Humane
From every limited edition Big Fix Friends pet toy purchase, Pet Food Express gives 50 percent to local nonprofits including Napa Humane.
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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Across California, CA|News|
Signs Of Spring | Waves Crash Into Pier | Glowing Bridge: CA In Photos
It's your state, it's your shot. This is California in photos.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Bauer Kahan Introduces Bill To Prevent Utility Influence On Ratemaking
Assembly Bill 2054 places a 10-year cooling-off period on commissioners at the CPUC and the CEC from taking jobs at utilities.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Caltrans Announces Highway 12 Closures In Sonoma County
The full and partial weekend closures were postponed during inclement weather.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Now Accepting 'Good Egg' Award Nominations
There is still to nominate a deserving Petaluman for the award to be announced at Petaluma Butter & Egg Days 2024.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Missing Man Hospitalized In Critical Condition
The 79-year-old man was found in a creek bed and was rushed to a hospital, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord PD Welcomes 2 Volunteers To VIPS Program
VIPS volunteers respond to non-criminal and miscellaneous requests for service, keeping sworn officers available for higher-priority calls.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
New Executive Director Named For Contra Costa Crisis Center
Elaine Cortez Schroth assumes the role immediately as the public face of the Walnut Creek-based center.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Dublin Woman, 36, Dies In Highway 24 Crash
Authorities said she may have suffered a medical emergency that caused her to lose control of her Tesla.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
East Bay Woman, 36, Dies In Crash Near Lafayette
Authorities said the Tesla driver may have suffered a medical emergency that caused her to lose control of her car.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Traffic Alert Issued For Ygnacio Valley Road/Homestead Avenue
Walnut Creek Police Department said only one lane was open on the roadway until further notice.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Shelter In Place Lifted At Vintage High School After Students Fall Ill
The campus was on lockdown as emergency personnel responded to students who reported feeling sick.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Parole Denied For Convicted Napa County Rapist, Kidnapper
Gilardo Garcia Alvarado is serving a life sentence for kidnapping and raping a then-18-year-old victim in 1999.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord City Council Moves Forward With Rent Stabilization Ordinance
The ordinance approved by a 4-1 vote establishes rent stabilization and just cause for eviction policies for rental properties.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Name Change: Animal Rescue Foundation Becomes Joybound People & Pets
Following a naming ceremony Wednesday attended by elected officials, the community is invited to an upcoming celebration.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Here's How Many Sonoma County Outages Were Caused By Metallic Balloons
Throughout PG&E's service area, 332 power outages were caused by metallic balloons last year. Here's how many were in Sonoma County.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Here's How Many Napa, Marin Outages Were Caused By Metallic Balloons
Throughout PG&E's service area, 332 power outages were caused by metallic balloons in 2023. Here's how many were in Napa and Marin counties.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Fuel Leaks From Boat Grounded On Sonoma Coast
Efforts to unground the Aleutian Storm were continuing after an unknown volume of diesel leaked into Bodega Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Photos: Lion Dance At Graton Resort & Casino Marks Lunar New Year
In Chinese tradition, a good performance is viewed to bring good luck and happiness.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Roadwork In St. Helena; Power Lines Down In City
Roadwork was scheduled throughout the day on eastbound state Highway 128 at state Highway 29.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
