Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Charged In Fire Deaths; Gas Ban; Bike Champs: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Maggie Avants, Patch Staff
- Concord, CA
An award-winning copy editor and journalist, Maggie Avants' experience in the news business goes back to when she had a paper route in sixth grade. She would go 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, Maggie has been invited back to her alma mater to mentor new journalists.
Reach her at maggie.avants@patch.com with news tips and story ideas.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Man Accused Of Starting Deadly CA Fire To Conceal Killing Woman
Investigators now believe a Vacaville man set the wildfire to cover up his crime. He's been charged with arson and two more deaths.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Here Is The Cheapest Home On The Market In Benicia
The 1,700-square-foot manufactured home is listed for $259,500.
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Napa Valley, CA|News|
Here Is The Cheapest Home On The Market In Napa
This three-bedroom, two-bath manufactured home is listed for $129,950.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Here Is The Cheapest Home On The Market In Petaluma
The 672-square-foot mobile home with two bedrooms and one bath is listed for $90,000.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Serial Child Molester Convicted By Napa County Jurors: DA
The defendant faces life in prison for the "wide-reaching and long-term web of sexual abuse he wove," the DA's Office said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Meet Solano County's Bike Champion Of The Year
Cande Medrano rode over 14,000 miles last year; he also found time to help out in the community, inspiring others to try cycling.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Meet Sonoma County's Bike Champion Of The Year
Most recently, Sherry Adams created Changing Gears, a program for inmates at the Sonoma County Jail.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Meet Contra Costa County's Bike Champion Of The Year
Smitty Ardrey of Concord started the city's first "Bike Kitchen." He went on to start the "Bike Tent," now a fixture at the farmers market.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Meet Napa County's Bike Champion Of The Year
Kate Miller makes a dedicated effort to ride her bike for transportation, even ditching the car for shopping trips.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Suisun City, CA|News|
Rodriguez High School Named 2021 California Distinguished School
The school will hold the title for two years.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
John Swett High Honored As 2021 California Distinguished School
The school will hold the title for two years.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Middle College HS Honored As 2021 California Distinguished School
The school will hold the title for two years.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Credo High Honored As 2021 California Distinguished School
The school will hold the title for two years.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Drought Emergency Declared By Sonoma County: 'No Water To Waste'
The county also asked Gov. Gavin Newsom to seek a Presidential Disaster Declaration that would free up funds to address the local emergency.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Antioch High School Alum Among Top NFL Draft Prospects
Bay Area football fans have a rooting interest opportunity with a local player expected to be picked early.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Valley USD Middle School Closures: What To Know
FAQs for families impacted by the closure of Harvest Middle School and reconfiguration of River Middle School.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Hercules Library Reopens: 'Spring Is A Time For New Beginnings'
The Pinole Library remains closed but the Hercules Library and most other Contra Costa County libraries have reopened. Here's what to know.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Martinez, CA|News|
Martinez Library Reopens: 'Spring Is A Time For New Beginnings'
Browse the selection, use the computers, make copies, and more. Here's what to know about the new library service.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Library Reopens: 'Spring Is A Time For New Beginnings'
Browse the selection, use the computers, make copies, and more. Here's what to know about the new library service.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff