Across California, CA|News|
4th Of July Fireworks Laws: What’s Legal In California
See how California compares to other states on what types of fireworks are allowed ahead of the 4th of July.
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|
Deer Park Road Closed Due To Crash, Fuel Spill
Napa County Public Works advised the roadway was closed from Lower Sanitarium to Upper Sanitarium.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
2 Full Weekend Closures Set For Northbound 242 In Concord
During these closures, Caltrans will perform major roadway rehabilitation work on northbound SR-242.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Lyft Driver, Passenger Injured In Highway 12 Hit-And-Run: CHP
A gray four-door Acura sedan, possibly a 2009-2010 TSX, with major front-end damage is sought in connection with the crash, the CHP said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Nightly Lane Closures On I-80 At SR-29: Caltrans Traffic Advisory
Motorists are asked to reduce their speed to 45 mph in the construction zone.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Hit-And-Run; Tea Kettle Arrest; Nonprofit Of The Year: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma Man Accused Of Failing To Register As Sex Offender
Police made contact with the 25-year-old at a homeless encampment along the Petaluma River.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Man Climbs 15-Foot-High Tea Kettle, Drug Use Suspected: Police
Police suspect the man was under the influence of a controlled substance when he climbed into the art display at the Petaluma SMART station.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Hwy 29 Roundabouts: Napa County Receives $6M Toward Project
Construction on the proposed project could begin as soon as spring 2023 and would take two years to complete.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Nissan Driver Sought In Sonoma County Hit-And-Run: CHP
The CHP is seeking a 2002-2010 blue or green Nissan Altima sedan with damage to the grille, headlights and front bumper cover.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Mowed Grass Helps Slow Spread Of Fire Near Joe Rodota Trail: SRFD
Winds were swirling and pushing the fire into brush and trees along the Laguna de Santa Rosa creek but the blaze was stopped at 5.5 acres.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Giant Crane; Brush Fire; Wow Homes: Patch PM
Today's headlines from across the North Bay.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations In Sonoma
The fire broke out near the Sonoma Overlook Trail.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Waterfront Novato Home Priced Under A Million
This Bel Marin Keys home is a fixer with million-dollar views.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Charming Healdsburg Craftsman Is Close To Plaza, Shopping, Dining
An interior renovation included a sophisticated new kitchen and new wide-plank, white oak hardwood floors throughout.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Adorable Napa Tudor Is Close To Shopping, Dining
This vintage 1930 home is a short walk or bike ride to downtown Napa and Oxbow Public Market.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Benicia, CA|News|
Benicia Cul-De-Sac Home Features Bridge, Water Views
This elegant Cape Cod, Spanish-style home has an updated kitchen and a low-maintenance yard.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Concord Home On Canal Trail Ideal For Active Lifestyle: $925K
In addition to its proximity to a pedestrian and bicycle trail, this Concord property features a main home and a guest cottage.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pinole-Hercules, CA|News|
1 Dead In Fiery Crash On Highway 4 In Hercules
An 18-year-old from Hercules survived the crash but the driver, a 20-year-old from Antioch, died at the scene, the CHP said.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Concord|News|
Strawberry Moon: How To See The June Full Moon In Concord
The Strawberry Moon is the last supermoon of 2021. Here's how to see it this week in Concord.
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
