Mission Viejo|News|
Man Seen Peering into Residents' Windows
Shoplifting reports, possible credit card scams, accidents and an overdose in this blotter report for Oct. 12-13.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
- Mission Viejo, CA
Email: peter.schelden (a) patch.com
Phone: 949-280-4719 | Hometown: Boulder City, Nevada (now Mission Viejo)
Hello, and welcome to the site. I edit and report on Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel and Dana Point for Patch.com.
I have spent my professional life writing news in suburban communities, mostly in South County. Before joining Patch I worked for the Orange County Register, where I covered San Juan, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo and Laguna Beach. I have also written for the Daily Sparks Tribune.
I studied British literature of the 18th century and will talk your ear off about Samuel Johnson if I am provoked. I also studied journalism.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Camp Out with the Mayor at Oso Creek Trail
Later this month, Mayor Dave Leckness and the YMCA host the city's first overnight camp out.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Accused Seal Beach Shooter Scott Dekraai: Quick Facts
The Huntington Beach resident is accused of killing eight people at a Seal Beach hair salon on Wednesday. A local resident once owned and lived in the home Dekraai now resides at about three minutes from the harbor.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Update: Quick Facts on Accused Killer Scott Dekraai
New details emerge about the man accused of the worst mass-murder in Orange County history.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Snow at Lake Mission Viejo Planned for December
For the first time this year, Lake Mission Viejo will bring real snow to town for Santa's arrival.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club's Green Kitchen
Take a tour of Chef Jeff Platt's kitchen at O’Neill’s Bar & Grill. This chef wants to make his meals as eco-friendly as possible. Find out how he's doing it.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
'I Was in the Presence of Evil,' says Dad Upon Seeing Daughter's Killer
Andrew Urdiales, the man accused of stabbing Robbin Brandley 41 times at Saddleback College, appeared for the first time inside an Orange County courtroom Friday afternoon.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Photos: SUV Sandwich on Crown Valley Parkway
Photos sent from the scene of an SUV accident near Ladera Ranch Sports Park.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
New City Council Candidate Announced in Mission Viejo
With ample time before the 2012 election, Wendy Bucknum filed paperwork today to run for office next year.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Brown Says Bye Bye to BPA Baby Bottles
Jerry Brown signed a new law banning the plastic chemical BPA from baby bottles, but is the chemical really harmful?
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Steve Jobs Dead -- How Has He Touched You?
At age 56, the founder of Apple has died. What do Orange County residents remember about the man who changed the face of modern computing?
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Steve Jobs Dead —How Has He Touched You?
At age 56, the founder of Apple has died. What do Orange County residents remember about the man who changed the face of modern computing?
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Mission Viejo, Post Your Rain Photos
Kids splashing in the rain? Drains not draining? We want to see Mission Viejo from your camera lens.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Tips for Driving in Rain, Plus Sandbags
Find out where to get free sandbags in Mission Viejo, and pick up some tips for wet weather driving.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Serial Killer Urdiales to be Sent to Orange County
A man accused of stabbing Saddleback College student Robbin Brandley to death in the 80s may receive the death penalty if convicted.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
City Council Saves $1.8 Million Surplus
The Mission Viejo City Council agreed Monday to put its $1.8 million surplus from last fiscal year into the city's reserve account.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Mission Viejo's Lauren Bohaboy Scores Big for Notre Dame Soccer
With four goals in the last four games, Mission Viejo's Lauren Bohaboy is helping lead Notre Dame women's soccer.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Gov't Coughs Up for Electric Mowers! Get Yours
Worried about the exhaust your lawn mower is creating? The government is offering deep discounts on environmentally-friendly electric lawn mowers.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Elks Promote Drug Awareness at Laguna Hills Mall
Last Saturday, Elks members reminded shoppers of drug dangers.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
An Interview with Linda Evans
The star of "Dynasty" will debut her new memoir/cookbook at Mission Viejo's Readers Festival.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
