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.
Posting Activity
Aliso Viejo, CA|News|
Today on Patch: New Boards and a New Look
Find out what the new Aliso Viejo Patch can do.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Today on Patch: New Boards and a New Look
Find out about the new Mission Viejo Patch.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Adoptable Pup Left with Shattered Bones Now Shattering Expectations
This dachshund mix needs someone to help him heal emotionally following a bad accident.
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Mission Viejo|News|
'Hi, it's Councilman Dave'—KSBR Birthday Bash
Dave Leckness calls Saddleback College Chancellor to get the scoop on this year's KSBR Birthday Bash, a jazz festival that draws thousands each year.
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Aliso Viejo, CA|News|
Man Caught Talking to Himself, Making Gun Gestures Near Boston Market
A man was detained following erratic behavior near the corner of Alicia Parkway and Hollyoak.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Man Arrested Following Suspicion of 'Casing' Mimosa Lane
Read police calls from Sunday and Monday in Mission Viejo
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Mission Viejo|News|
Hot, Hot Heat Predicted for Mission Viejo Monday
It's a hot one—but at least it will be drier today.
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Lake Forest, CA|News|
Mountain Biker Airlifted from Santiago Canyon with Head Injury
A man was flown to Mission Hospital after falling from his mountain bike.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Photos: Chalk Artists Extraordinaire at Arts Alive 2013
Cartoons, movies and political figures from the 1960s were remembered and re-imagined on the blacktop at the Norman P. Murray Center.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
$14M Lotto Winner a Single Mom of Four Sons
When she learned that she won, Thuan Le ran screaming out of the store.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Free Dentistry a 'Blessing' for 110 Patients
Dozens of people line up for one day of no-cost tooth extractions, cleanings and fillings.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Chipotle Offers Free Burritos for Teachers May 7
The Mission Viejo location is holding a buy-one, get-one-free promotion for teachers and educators for Teacher Appreciation Day.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Single Mom of Four Sons Accidentally Wins $14M Lotto
When she learned that she won, Thuan Le ran screaming out of the store.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Arrest Made After Stolen THHS Equipment Found on Craigslist
A 44-year-old Mission Viejo man admitted to stealing and selling school equipment on Craigslist.
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