Accused Serial Mail Thieves; Renovated Lighthouse: Patch PM

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:

Bay Area Orgs To Create Backup Power System For Future Shutoffs

Four energy agencies are joining forces to create a battery storage system that could provide backup power during future PG&E shutoffs.

Bay Area Pavement Condition Improves Slightly In 2018

Larkspur, however, earned an average score of just 46 from 2016 to 2018. The 2018 score showed serious signs of improvement, though, at 54.

Point Reyes Lighthouse To Reopen Following $5.7M Renovation

After a 13-month, $5.7 million rehabilitation, the historic Point Reyes Lighthouse will reopen on Friday.

A Pea In The Pod Closing Corte Madera Store

Destination Maternity, parent company of Motherhood Maternity and A Pea in the Pod, plans to close locations across the country.

• Also see: Maternity Clothing Store Closing 3 North Bay Locations: Report

Accused Thieves Had Mail From 200 Victims Across CA: Police

Petaluma police are working with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to notify victims in several cities in 14 counties spanning California.

Bicyclist Hit, Killed By Big-Rig At US 101 Off-Ramp At Todd Road

A Sig-alert was issued for the southbound U.S. 101 off-ramp and overcrossing at Todd Road north of Rohnert Park.

Woman Sought For Stealing Electric Bicycle In Petaluma: Police

Police released a surveillance photo and are asking anyone who recognizes the woman or knows where the bike is to contact the PD.

Ranch Fire Drift Smoke Prompts Air Advisory For Bay Area

A Bay Area air quality advisory due to smoke from the Ranch Fire in Tehama County has been extended.

Kincade Fire: PG&E Works To Restore Gas, Power To Thousands

With the fire 85-percent contained, PG&E is working to restore all services in Geyserville, Healdsburg, Windsor, Middletown and Calistoga.

Supervisors Vote To Put Fire Services Sales Tax Measure On Ballot

The Sonoma County Wildfire Prevention, Emergency Alert and Response sales tax measure will require two-thirds approval by voters.

The Salvation Army, Napa Walmart Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive

The goal of the upcoming donation drive is to "make sure no child goes empty-handed this Christmas."