Petaluma, CA|News|
Crews Battle Middle Fire West Of Petaluma
Firefighters tackled a brush fire that broke out on Middle Two Rock Road and Succetti Road, west of Petaluma.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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A South Carolina native, Nikki is a journalist who covers the Southeast for Patch.com. A news junkie with a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina, she strives to provide readers with as much relevant, local content as possible. Have a news tip? Send them to nikki.gaskins@patch.com.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County Fire Chief Geoff Belyea Announces Resignation
Chief Belyea will resign from his position on Sept. 12, 2021.
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Benicia, CA|News|
6 Hand Grenades, Other Weapons Found In Ditch: Solano Deputies
Solano County detectives are trying to determine who the weapons and explosives belonged to.
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Benicia, CA|News|
3 Arrested In Connection With Teen's Death: Solano Deputies
On Tuesday, Solano County deputies said they discovered the body of 19-year-old Danny Trask of Oakland in a ditch.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Air Quality Advisory Extended Until Sunday Due To Wildfire Smoke
Smoke from Northern California and Southern Oregon wildfires is expected to continue to impact the Bay Area over the weekend.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
VIDEO: Man Leads Sonoma County Deputies On Chase In Stolen Car
According to the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, a K9 and helicopter helped deputies track down the suspect, Gene Porter, 30, of Santa Rosa.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Biker Killed, Anti-Vaxxers Push Back, Police Drones: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
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Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Pinole Police Release Video Of Officer Shooting Homicide Suspect
Jeramy Dorsey, 25, is expected to live, according to the Pinole Police Department.
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Benicia, CA|News|
Vallejo PD Revamps Drone Program To Enhance Public Safety
The Vallejo Police Department is now equipped with five pilots who are trained and certified by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Benicia, CA|News|
Benicia Firefighters Help Battle Monument, Dixie Fires
"We remain fully staffed here at home. There will be no interruptions in service," the Benicia Fire Department said via social media.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa County To Host Emergency Preparedness Fair
The event will take place Saturday, Aug. 21 in Napa. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Healdsburg, CA|News|
Lake County Homeless Coalition Aims To House 55 People By Sept. 1
Since May 24, Lake County Continuum of Care has helped house 22 people from the community.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Large Fence Fire Extinguished Before Reaching Homes: Cotati PD
The quick thinking of first responders in Cotati prevented a large fence fire from spreading to nearby homes Thursday morning.
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Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing Into Guardrail Near Cotati
The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, according to California Highway Patrol.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
'Look Out For Pedestrians': Petaluma Police
"We care about our community members and want our streets to be the safest they can be," Petaluma police said via social media.
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Petaluma, CA|News|
Dixie Fire: Know Your Zone, Petaluma Police Warn
Petaluma police urge residents to be ready to react to emergencies as the area moves deeper into fire season.
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Martinez, CA|News|
Driver Killed After Truck Strikes Utility Pole: Pittsburg PD
The case remains under investigation, Pittsburg police said.
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Benicia, CA|News|
Mother Arrested After Infant Left Alone In Hot Car: Vallejo PD
According to Vallejo police, good Samaritans called 911 after seeing the infant alone in a car seat with the windows rolled down.
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Benicia, CA|News|
Solano County Fairgrounds Board To Ban Future Gun Shows
The board will still honor signed contracts for upcoming Code of the West gun shows on Oct. 9-10 and Dec. 4-5.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Police Department To Host Drive-Thru Backpack Giveaway
The giveaway, which is for grades K-12, will take place this Saturday at the Napa Police Department.
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