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1 Killed In Train Crash | Pedestrian Fatally Struck: Patch PM

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NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties that people are talking about today:

Pedestrian Fatally Struck In Novato

The woman, a 56-year-old Novato resident, suffered traumatic injuries to her head and extremities, police said.

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Devices To Track Trail Users At Marin County Open Space District

Sensors called Eco-Counters will be placed at different heights to detect a passerby whether it's a hiker, mountain biker or equestrian.

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Parking, Shuttle Reservations Now Required At Muir Woods

Parking and shuttle reservations may be made up to 90 days in advance on a rolling basis, according to park officials.

1 Dead In Amtrak Train Crash Near Dixon

California Highway Patrol confirmed at least one fatality in a collision between a Capitol Corridor Amtrak train and a vehicle.

Marijuana DUI Arrest Made In Sonoma County Crash: CHP

An 18-year-old Sebastopol woman riding as a passenger was airlifted from the crash site with life-threatening injuries, CHP says.

Several CA Wildfire Recovery Bills Introduced In Sacramento

One proposed law, Senate Bill 897, would be retroactive for the North Bay fires and the Thomas Fire in Southern California.

Delivering Nirvana: CA Street Artist Paints 10,000 Buddhas

Amanda Giacomini has a mission to bring peace to the world, and she's doing that with one Buddha painting at a time.

Meet The CA Woman Behind The Biggest Lesbian Party In The World

Mariah Hanson is the founder of The Dinah, a festival where 15,000 lesbians can celebrate their true identities.

Blood Donations Down In Bay Area, Donors Needed

Health officials said the intense cold and flu season has caused blood donations to drop 13 percent below originally expected levels.

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