Lake Forest, CA|News|
Lake Forest Councilman's DUI Arraignment Thursday
Councilman Peter Herzog is accused of driving with a blood-alcohol level twice the legal limit.
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|
Maria (Mies) Pais Dies at 84: Longtime Mission Viejo Co. Worker
Pais loved yoga, camping and learning about science, people and cultures.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Attack on Boys was 'Milk Money Robbery,' Not Molestation
After interviewing witnesses, investigators now believe the two 12-year-olds who were accosted near Ladera Elementary were victims of armed robbery.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Cops Draw Weapons Near Mission Viejo High
A reader spots several sheriff's deputies with guns drawn Monday night on Chrisanta and Pradera.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Are South Orange County Kids Safe After Dark?
Two boys were attacked just after sunset Sunday night. When should kids be home?
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Missing Man Found Safe, Dry After Overnight Search
A Casta Del Sol man was found safe after an all-night emergency search.
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Mission Viejo|News|
UPDATE Sexual Predator Threatens 2 with Knife: Boys Escape
Two 12-year-olds were targeted for a robbery near Ladera Elementary School Sunday night.
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Have You Seen This Man?
An older gentleman went out to walk his dog but never came back. Police are asking for the public's help finding him.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Sheriff Helicopter, Bloodhounds Search for Missing Man
An 67-year-old man went to walk his dog and never came back. Police are asking for the public's help finding him.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
San Clemente, CA|News|
Dognapping: Deputies Review Crime Video
Pudsy, a San Clemente woman's Yorkshire terrier, was taken from a black SUV last month at the Kaleidoscope mall. A mall official said the mall is cooperating with the Sheriff's Department.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Aliso Viejo, CA|News|
Aliso Viejo Middle School Teacher is Capo's Best in 2013
Paul Coppes of Don Juan Avila is named the best middle school teacher in the district for 2013.
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Mission Viejo|News|
SVUSD Sued After Sex Harassment Complaints
A former coach says she was wrongfully fired after blowing the whistle on another coach. Saddleback Valley Unified denies her claims.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Dognapping: Kaleidoscope Gave Deputies Crime Video
Pudsy the Yorkshire terrier was taken from a black SUV last month. A Kaleidoscope official said the mall is cooperating with the Sheriff's Department.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Harlem Shake Meme Hits Saddleback Gym
A chicken suit, a cow suit, Minnie Mouse and of course the Gaucho mascot all get caught up in the Harlem Shake. Now that's entertainment.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
Dog of the Pharoahs Needs a New Home
The Basenji is an African hunting dog, and one of them needs a home.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Dog Reunited with Family After 5 Months in the Wild
Maya spent five months alone before being reunited with family.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Dog of Pharoahs Needs New Home
A basenji African hunting dog in Mission Viejo is looking to be adopted.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Look Up! From March 5-24, Stargazers Can See Comet Pan-STARRS
In March at sunset, look to the western horizon to find a glowing comet.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Fighting Traffic Tickets in Mission Viejo About to Get Trickier
Drivers pulled over in Mission Viejo will soon have to travel to court in Newport Beach instead of Laguna Hills.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Teen Honored For Donating Birthday Money to Wheelchair Camp
Madison Savlov donates time and money to wheelchair tennis players. She was honored by the city Monday night.
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