Mission Viejo|News|
The 2012 Holiday Book List for Kids, Teens
Books make great presents. Find some top picks for Christmas 2012 in this story.
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|
Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
With Thanksgiving come and gone, these tips from Stanford could help you prevent packing on the pounds.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
'Global Domino’s Day' Begins at Midnight With 50 Percent Off Pizza Promo
The Domino's pizza chain with stores in Dana Point and Laguna Niguel, kicks of its second annual event with a global party and discounts.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Couple Goes Massage-Only in Mission Viejo
Elements Therapeutic Massage opens in the Sprouts shopping center this week.
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Mission Viejo|News|
FUN: Trolley Tour Thru Christmas Displays in Mission Viejo
Tickets are selling out fast for the trolley tour of Mission Viejo's best-lit Christmas light houses.
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San Juan Capistrano, CA|News|
SJ Kids to See Cars from the Future and Meet 'Pimp My Ride's' Mad Mike
Students identified as at-risk for gangs will get a close look at how Ford cars are designed and sold Friday morning.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Mission Viejo Kids to See Cars from the Future
Students identified as at-risk for gangs will get a close look at how Ford cars are designed and sold Friday morning.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Crown Valley On-ramp to be Closed 4 Days
Heading south on I-5 from Crown Valley next week? You may want to find an alternate route.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Tree Crushes Homeowner's Spa: Why City Won't Pay
After a resident's gazebo and spa were crushed beneath an oak tree, the city council refused to pay the insurance company.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Sex Offender Ban Lifted, is Mission Viejo Next?
A neighboring city lifted its ban on sex offenders in city parks. Will Mission Viejo follow suit?
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Mission Viejo|News|
Police Seek Crown Valley Bank Robber
Police want your help finding the man who robbed a Mission Viejo bank.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Will City's Repeal of Sex Offender Ban Start Trend?
Amid legal challenges, Lake Forest decides its law to keep sex offenders out of parks would cost too much to defend in court. Other cities may follow suit.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Lake Forest Repeals Ban on Sex Offenders in Parks
Amid heated debate, officials say the law would cost too much to defend in court, and tentatively vote to strike it down.
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Lake Forest, CA|News|
TRANSCRIPT: Mayor, D.A. Argue Over Sex Offender Ban
Read the argument between Lake Forest's mayor and District Attorney Tony Rackauckas.
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Aliso Viejo, CA|News|
Garcia, Ficke to Say Goodbye to Council
On Wednesday, outgoing Mayor Donald Garcia and Councilman Greg Ficke will be recognized for their service on the Aliso Viejo City Council.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo|News|
Mission Viejo Dog Park Wags Forward
Bids will be collected for a new dog park on Felipe Road.
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Mission Viejo|News|
City Tree Crushes Gazebo, Spa: Will They Pay?
An oak tree maintained by the city crushed her spa and gazebo. Will her insurance company collect the $17,000 they think is due?
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Union City, CA|News|
License Plate Money for Kids Mismanaged, State Says
About 40 percent of the funds went to administrative costs, in violation of California law.
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Mission Viejo|News|
Controversial Dog Park Bid Vote Monday
The City Council will decide Monday whether to entertain construction bids for a new city dog park that has stirred debate on both sides.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
State: License Plate Money Meant for Kids Mismanaged
About 40 percent of the funds went to administrative costs, in violation of California law.
Peter Schelden, Patch Staff
