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Meeting Betty White on Set of 'Hot in Cleveland'
The "warm, personable" actress hugs the author and even mentions a tortoise she owned.
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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Mystery Mom Funds Thanksgiving for Needy Family
Shontelle Moore doesn't know who the Mission Viejo mother was, but says her generosity will pay for Thanksgiving this year.
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Thanksgiving Recipes: How to Cook a Turkey
Add a new twist to your holiday bird with one of these recipes.
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Elks Serve Lemonade, Bingo to Veterans
The Mission Viejo Elks Club served up smiles at the VA Long Beach Health Care System.
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A Family Affair: Smashburger to Open Wednesday
Smashburger, a franchise new to Orange County, is being run by a father-son team.
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Check out Student Art at Mission Viejo Library
More than 80 art pieces are on display now at the Mission Viejo Library.
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Out of Rehab, Son Steals Credit Cards
Police got a call from a concerned parent Monday evening.
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Puppy's Life Threatened on Appletree
An ominous text prompted a call to police
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Prowler Reported on Salinas Lane
Someone tried opening the sliding door of a Mission Viejo home.
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Online Self-Harm, Suicide Threats
Two calls to police about self-harm online since Tuesday night.
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Possibly Drunk Man Spotted in Boxers at Mall
A man was spotted in his boxers near Mission Hospital and the Shops at Mission Viejo.
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Drugs Buddies Sought at Promenade Apartments
Two men reportedly asked neighbors if they wanted to "do cocaine with them."
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VIDEO: Crusading for History
The Medieval Dude brings the Middle Ages to life for Orange County children.
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What's So Funny About Stand-Up Comedy?
After 14 years managing an IHOP, Mission Viejo's Tom Riehl tells Patch why he's glad to be in the funny business.
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Conroy's Flowers to Throw Customer Party Thursday
The franchise is celebrating its partnership with 1-800-FLOWERS with giveaways, refreshments and activities for kids.
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VIDEO: CIF Highlights for Mission Viejo Football
Watch the big plays from Mission Viejo High's victory over Westlake Friday.
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Motorcycle Crash on Alicia: Driver Recovering
The driver of a Harley Davidson motorcycle suffered serious head trauma in Mission Viejo after clipping two vehicles and crashing into a third, police say.
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Nearly 8,000 Uncounted Votes in Close Mission Viejo Election
Over a quarter of the ballots cast in Mission Viejo haven't been counted. As more votes come in, the gap has narrowed between challenger Wendy Bucknum and Councilwoman Cathy Schlicht.
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Fresh Express Spinach Bags Recalled for Possible Salmonella
Select bags of Fresh Express Spinach have been recalled from several supermarkets and stores around Mission Viejo and across the country after a sample tested positive for salmonella.
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Six Singled Out for Excellence in Care
Fairhaven Memorial honored six Orange County individuals at the first annual Oliver Halsell Care Awards.
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