Orange County, CA|News|
Man Who Molested 7 Young Boys In OC Gets 290+ Years In Prison
The Santa Ana man apparently preyed on the sons of family members and gave victims money and ice cream to remain quiet about the abuse.
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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Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
'Severe' Crash Injures 3; Wrecks Cars In Newport Beach
The two-vehicle crash was reported Saturday at MacArthur Boulevard and Bison Avenue in Newport Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Los Alamitos-Seal Beach, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoint Scheduled In Seal Beach: What To Know
The Seal Beach Police Department will conduct a DUI Checkpoint March 7 from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the city of Seal Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Shots Fired In South OC Neighborhood; 4 Arrested: Police
A shooting was reported early Sunday morning in the area of Calle Campana and Calle Canasta, according to the OC Sheriff's Department.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
City Talks Park Rehabilitation Project For Tuesday Council Meeting
City council members will consider a park rehabilitation project at the upcoming meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
A Boy And His Teepee On Aliso Creek Beach: Photo Of The Day
This candid photograph was taken by a south Orange County resident while she was visiting Aliso Creek Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
New Capistrano Unified School District School To Open In OC: Report
Capistrano Unified School District will open a new school in Rancho Mission Viejo in time for the fall 2027 school year.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Man Dead When SUV Hits Curb, Flips In Irvine: Police
A man died Thursday after a single-car crash in Irvine triggered by a medical emergency, authorities said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
2 Men Arrested In String Of Business Burglaries In Laguna Beach
Two men were arrested this week in connection with a string of burglaries in Newport and Laguna Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Special Del Taco Menu Item Returns For A Limited Time
Jumbo Shrimp is making a limited-time return to menus at Del Taco across the country.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
Beloved Restaurant To Close In Newport Beach After 55+ Years
Spaghetti Bender is closing its doors for good in Newport Beach after over five decades of service.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
'Trash Wheel' In Newport Beach Nearly Complete
The Newport Bay Trash Interceptor — dubbed "Trash Wheel" by officials — was successfully tested during the recent rainstorms.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Man Who Tried To Meet 13-Year-Old For Sex Charged, Police Say
A 41-year-old man was charged Wednesday with attempting to meet a 13-year-old girl with sex in south Orange County, police said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Woman, 70, Reported Missing In Orange County: Silver Alert
A Silver Alert was issued on behalf of a 70-year-old woman last seen in Tustin.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
Entries Requested For Arbor Day Student Art Contest
The City of Laguna Beach's 5th annual Arbor Day Youth Art Contest is underway. Here's what to know about submitting this year.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Horse Falls Into Embankment, Trapping Self In South OC: OCFA
The horse named Deuce fell into a brush-covered embankment Tuesday afternoon while on a ride with his owner.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Man Who Decapitated Homeless Woman, Buried Her In OC Convicted
The 34-year-old man was found guilty of killing, decapitating and burying a 60-year-old woman in the backyard of his Huntington Beach home.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Nighttime Majesty Over Dana Point Harbor: Photo Of The Day
This beautiful photo was taken by a California photographer in Dana Point.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
Dreamy Blues At Treasure Island: Photo Of The Day
This postcard-perfect photo was taken by a local photographer during low tide at Treasure Island.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Romanian Nationals Arrested In South OC Jewelry Switch Scam
A man and a woman were arrested for conspiracy and grand theft after allegedly stealing a valuable gold necklace in a jewelry switch scam.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
