Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
- Claremont-La Verne, CA
Dan Abendschein is the Senior Field Editor for the San Gabriel Valley Patch sites. He has been working as a reporter since first publishing freelance journalism work at several weekly papers on Maui in 2004, and has worked as a full-time journalist in Southern California since 2007.
Originally from New Jersey, Dan Abendschein has lived in Southern California since 2005. Dan spent five years of his childhood in Stockton, CA., and seems to keep moving back to the Golden State.
He completed his undergraduate work at Pomona College in 2002, majoring in Linguistics/Cognitive Science.
After that, Dan spent several years working odd jobs and traveling, living in Washington state and on the island of Maui, while visiting Southeast Asia, New Zealand, Australia, and Central America.
He returned to Southern California in 2005, to attend the University of Southern California's journalism program at Annenberg, received a master's degree in 2007. He then went to work for the San Gabriel Valley Tribue, and later moved to the Pasadena Star News.
Posting Activity
San Marino, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will, no doubt, be lovely to look at, but it is not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Sierra Madre, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will, no doubt, be lovely to look at, but it is not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
San Marino, CA|News|
San Marino Leads County on 2012 California Standards Test
Overall San Marino students had essentially the same marks in English and language arts, but showed a slight dip in math scores. Nevertheless, the district topped the county, according to KPCC
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Altadena, CA|News|
PUSD Students Improve English, Maintain Math Scores on California Standards Test
Check out how Altadena school did on English Language Arts and Math state testing in 2012.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Sierra Madre, CA|News|
Sierra Madre Elementary Tests at Top of District in California Standards Test
The school was at the top of both English Language Arts and Math testing in the 2012 Standardized Testing and Reporting program results, which were released by the state Friday.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
South Pasadena, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will, no doubt, be lovely to look at, but it is not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
La Cañada Flintridge, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will, no doubt, be lovely to look at, but it is not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Eagle Rock, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will undoubtedly be lovely to look at, but it's not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Montrose-La Crescenta, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will, no doubt, be lovely to look at, but it is not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
La Cañada Flintridge, CA|News|
Meet Your New Team at La Cañada Flintridge Patch
Patch will be using a team approach to La Cañada Flintridge - reach out to us anytime!
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Altadena, CA|News|
Update: Flood Advisory in Effect in L.A. County Thursday Evening
More than two inches fell in parts of the San Gabriel Mountains, according to the National Weather Service.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Altadena, CA|News|
Poll: What Did You Think of Paul Ryan's Speech?
Following Paul Ryan's speech at the Republican Convention an L.A. Times columnist wonders whether the public cares about whether politicians tell the truth. We want to know what you think.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Altadena, CA|News|
County Considers Ban on Campaign Contributions from Tax Agents
The talk of a ban was related to an ongoing investigation of LA County Assessor John Noguez.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
Altadena, CA|News|
Why the 'Blue Moon' Isn't Blue
Friday's full 'Blue Moon' will, no doubt, be lovely to look at, but it is not likely to be blue.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
South Pasadena, CA|News|
Great Harvest: "We Love South Pasadena"
Days after the South Pasadena location of Great Harvest Baking Company closed, the national company says they will try to work with the owners of the local franchise or work to recruit a new owner.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
San Marino, CA|News|
Search Continues for Missing San Marino Man
According to the San Marino Tribune, the search is still on for San Marino resident Kurt Brimberry, who went missing in Santa Barbara County.
Dan Abendschein, Patch Staff
