Martinez, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Martinez
The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Martinez. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.
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.
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Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: See Fireballs In Pinole, Hercules
Known for fireballs, the Lyrid meteor shower peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Pinole and Hercules.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Benicia
The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Benicia. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Petaluma
The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Petaluma. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In RP, Cotati
Known for fireballs, the Lyrid meteor shower peak is the perfect start to Earth Day in Rohnert Park and Cotati.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Healdsburg
The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Healdsburg. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Napa Valley
The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Napa Valley. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Head-On Collision Claims Life Of 17-Year-Old: Santa Rosa PD
The boy's immediate family was notified of his death at the crash scene on Fulton Road, police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Vax Day; Snapchat Sex Assault Arrest; Standout Pitcher: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Officers Seize Guns, Drugs, Cash From Rohnert Park Man
The convicted felon was wanted on warrants out of Sonoma and Marin counties, Petaluma police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Online Child Exploitation: Clayton Man Pleads Guilty
Daniel Paul, 41, was sentenced to 120 days in county jail as part of a plea agreement.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Occidental Man Sexually Assaulted Teen He Met On Snapchat: SRPD
Detectives found at least one other victim he met through Snapchat and believe there may be more, Santa Rosa police said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Lakeville Highway Reopens After Crash: Petaluma PD
At one point Thursday, the roadway was down to one lane.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Bomb Threat Investigated At El Dorado Middle School In Concord
The campus was evacuated as officers and bomb-detection K9s searched for an explosive device, a Concord police lieutenant said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Deputies Investigated; 'Crisis' Exhibit; What $1M Buys: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Benicia Restaurant Owner Served With Court Summons, City Says
The Loft Wine Bar and Restaurant's outdoor dining structure is unsafe and encroaches on public property, the city of Benicia said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
What $1M Buys In Napa: Modern Farmhouse Down Private Driveway
This beautiful two-story home with a high-end kitchen and a luxurious master ensuite was built in 2015.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
What $1M Can Get You In Petaluma: Ranch Home With Mini Vineyard
This 1.75-acre property features a three-bedroom ranch home, a mini vineyard, a wine barn, fruit trees and an herb garden.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
These North Bay Theaters To Screen Oscar Best Picture Nominees
Participating Cinemark theaters are screening all 2021 Best Picture nominees, as well as some Best Shorts nominees. Here's when and where.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
See Oscar Best Picture Nominees At These East Bay Theaters
Participating Cinemark theaters will screen all 2021 Best Picture nominees, as well as some Best Shorts nominees.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff