Orange County, CA|News|
Video Shows OC Man Slamming, Kicking Dog: Police
A 28-year-old Westminster man was charged this week with a felony count of cruelty to an animal, the prosecutors said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
- Laguna Beach, CA
Howdy and welcome! I am your friendly and capable Patch Orange County editor covering the following sites: Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos-Seal Beach and Laguna Niguel-Dana Point.
Since graduating from Cal State Long Beach in 2018, I've worked for a number of Orange County-centric publications — including The Daily Pilot and Voice of OC, where I culminated my talent and love for finding and relaying hyperlocal news to my surrounding communities. Aside from that, I love karaoke, ad-libbing and compulsive spending. I have several other hobbies that you may or may not care to know about, and a birthday that falls on July 10.
My highest priority is delivering news and knowledge that my Orange County communities should know, and if you ever have any suggestions or tips, please feel free to email them to me at: miranda.ceja@patch.com.
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Lake Forest, CA|News|
Man With Mullet Sought As Suspect In Trader Joe's Theft
Two men were sought by authorities Thursday in connection with the theft of a person's wallet at a Trader Joe's in Irvine.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Rabid Bat Reported In South Orange County, Expert Weighs In
The bat was discovered near Rancho Santa Margarita Lake on the pedestrian path, according to the Orange County Health Care Agency.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
OC Man Convicted In 7-Eleven Gang Shooting: Courts
A 29-year-old man was convicted Wednesday of shooting a man outside a convenience store in Santa Ana, court records show.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
A 'Picture Perfect' Mother's Day Gift; Special POTM Discount In Laguna
Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach is offering a special Mother's Day discount on tickets through May 11.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Food Pantries For Families In Need In Mission Viejo: What To Know
Mission Viejo residents looking to take advantage of the free food pantries in the area were encouraged to learn more.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Rabies Reported In Rancho Santa Margarita
A bat found at Rancho Santa Margarita Lake tested positive for rabies this week, the Orange County Health Care Agency reported.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
New Interactive Exhibit On Display In Laguna Beach
Residents can get a firsthand look at "FloBot," a towering 12-foot steel sculpture, now on display at Laguna Beach City Hall.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Suspect Arrested In Killings Of 'Dozens' Of Cats In OC: Police
For weeks, residents had been reporting a suspicious man luring pets and possibly injecting them with a syringe, authorities said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Missing Girl Last Seen Leaving Disney's California Adventure Park
Police are asking for help finding a teen last seen Sunday leaving Disney's California Adventure Park, where she was separated from family.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
Newport Beach Steakhouse Announces Closure After 20 Years: Report
Seafood-steakhouse chain Eddie V's in Newport Beach will close its doors on June 15, The Orange County Register reported.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
U-Haul Crashes Into OC Townhouse; Driver Flees With Dog
Police are searching for a driver who crashed a large U-Haul truck into the side of a townhouse in Orange County Tuesday morning.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
$2K+ Worth Of Merch Stolen From Ladera Ranch Business: Police
Three suspects were apprehended and arrested during a brief foot pursuit in Lake Forest after the thefts were reported, authorities said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
Springtime Majesty In Laguna Beach: Photo Of The Day
Can you guess where this idyllic beachside photo was taken?
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Serial 'Cat Killer' Terrorizes Orange County Neighborhood
Authorities sought the public's help to solve an ongoing animal cruelty case, where a man is suspected of killing neighborhood cats in OC.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Gas Leak Reported In Dana Point: Advisory
The leak was reported shortly after 9 a.m. Tuesday in the City of Dana Point, authorities said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Get Free Compost In Mission Viejo At Special Event
The event will be held by the City of Mission Viejo and Waste Management in honor of Earth Day this May 3.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
Public Invited To Annual Arbor Day In Laguna Beach
The 8th annual Arbor Day Celebration takes place Thursday, April 24. What to know in Laguna Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Lake Forest Ranks Among Top 10 Safest Cities In CA For 2025
SafeWise released its 2025 Safest Cities report. See where cities in Orange County ranked on the list.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Laguna Niguel Ranks Among Top 10 Safest Cities In CA For 2025
SafeWise released its 2025 Safest Cities report. See where cities in Orange County ranked on the list.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
