Santa Monica, CA|News|
Tension Escalates Between Airport Commission, City
Santa Monica Airport Commission Chairman says he can't trust city staffers, but City Manager says it's taking recommendations seriously.
Jenna Chandler, Patch Staff
Jenna Chandler, Patch Staff
- Lake Forest, CA
Jenna Chandler is the editor of Santa Monica Patch (read her introduction to the site here). She studied journalism at Chapman University, where she was editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, <i>The Panther</i>, and interned in the newsroom at the <i>Orange County Register</i> and NBC News Los Angeles. In 2008, she was distinguished as the Register's Outstanding Student Journalist of the Year.
Jenna joined Patch in October 2010 as the editor of San Juan Capistrano Patch after covering crime and government at the <i>Porterville Recorder </i>in California's Central Valley. There she built a portfolio of stories that had resounding effects in the community, including a series that forced the City Council to reallocate thousands of dollars in misspent funds, and a weeklong report on public-sector salaries that led to the resignation of a city manager.
When she's not working, you'll find Jenna perusing record stores for Neil Young vinyl, eating pizza and hiking.
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Santa Monica, CA|News|
City Hall Roses Gone, But Not Forgotten
A new water feature will replace the Memorial Rose Garden in Santa Monica's Town Square. The rose bushes find new homes across the city.
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Santa Monica, CA|News|
Parking Ticket Lawsuit Settled (Finally)
Motorists win chance to seek new appeals of parking citations under settlement that has city paying out $77,500.
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Santa Monica, CA|News|
Hotel Mogul Denies Making Death Threats to 'Girls Gone Wild' Founder
Joe Francis, who created Santa Monica-based Mantra Films, is locked in another bitter legal dispute with Steve Wynn.
Jenna Chandler, Patch Staff
San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Decision to Dismantle Distrito Heads to Council Again
The San Juan Capistrano City Council meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, at City Hall, 32400 Paseo Adelanto.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Updated: San Juan Capistrano Hiker Was Bright, Adventurous
Matthew David Pack, 24, died of suffocation Friday evening while rappelling from Mildred Falls, outside of Julian.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
San Juan Man Dies Rappelling Cold Waterfall Near Julian
Matthew Pack, 24, apparently had only 100 to 200 feet of rope for a 300-foot cliff. "It was an emotional rescue," friend of firefighter says.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Wildcat Prints, Vultures, Early-Blooming Wildflowers on Caspers Hike
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Las Golondrinas Restaurants Owners Will Lead Swallows Parade
The Swallows Day Parade is the culmination of the Fiesta de las Golondrinas, a series of springtime festivities.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Big-Top Melodrama Coming to San Juan
The latest production at the Camino Real Playhouse opens the first weekend in March.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
'State of the City' March 10 Is by Reservation Only
Tickets to attend are $50 each.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Elderly Woman Gives Away $15,000 in Alleged Scam
The 77-year-old woman gave the cash to a couple who told her they had a winning lottery ticket.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
The Great Escape: Hidden House Café
Meet moms Emily Smith and Kristie Houk Cain. Each week, they'll help you bring the focus back onto yourself.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Landlord Accused of Breaking Into Tenant's Room and Attacking Her
The San Juan Capistrano man is arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and assault.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Moms Rule
An introduction to our newly formed council, and an invitation for feedback.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
D.A. Looking for More Victims in Alleged Clothing Line Scam
Shaine Joseph LaVoie of Dana Point is charged with four felony counts of grand theft.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
With Two Councilmen Opting Out, City Will Spend Less on Health Benefits
Medical insurance premiums will cost $43,426.08 this year, compared with $53,001.72 spent in 2010.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
Loans Available for Flood Victims
Help applying for low-interest federal loans is being offered by the Small Business Administration in two Orange County locations.
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