Hillsboro, OR|News|
PHOTOS: Toaster Causes Blaze in Hillsboro Home
Four occupants jumped out of bedroom windows to escape a house fire unharmed Wednesday morning in Hillsboro.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
- Palm Desert, CA
Peter worked for nearly five years as a television news producer in both the Wilmington, North Carolina and Palm Springs, California media markets. As a producer, Peter covered hurricanes, one of the heroes of the Fort Hood, Texas army shooting and many special events including the opening of the Sunnylands retreat center, Palm Springs International Film Festival and BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament.
Peter studied Journalism at Whitworth University in Spokane, Wash. and has an M.B.A. from Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management.
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Portland, OR|News|
Problem with Emergency Communications System Affected 50 Calls a Day
A Portland Ombudsman report found the City’s emergency communications system has unintentionally lost important information.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Lake Oswego, OR|News|
Garbage Truck Triggers Massive Sinkhole in Southeast Portland
Crews are working overtime to repair a 16-feet deep and 4-feet wide sinkhole that opened up Tuesday morning.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Portland, OR|News|
Crews Work to Repair Sinkhole on SE49th in Portland
SE 49th Avenue between SE Powell Boulevard and Rhone Street is closed to through traffic while crews patch a sinkhole.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Portland, OR|News|
PDX Continues Test of New Security Exit Lanes
Portland International Airport is testing new security exit lanes through Dec. 22 that will enhance security.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Portland, OR|News|
Retired Police Sergeant Helps Reunite Missing Dog and Owner
A retired Portland area police sergeant helps reunited a missing dog with his owner in time for the holidays.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Beaverton, OR|News|
Retired Beaverton Police Sergeant Helps Reunite Missing Dog and Owner
A retired police sergeant helps reunited a missing dog with his owner in time for the holidays.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Portland, OR|News|
Small Landslides Keep Lanes Closed on Hwy 30 and Hwy 99W
Landslides that closed lanes of Highway 99W in Tigard and Highway 30 in Portland were still blocked Wednesday morning.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Surf's Up! Big Waves and Dangerous Rip Currents Expected in Pacific Palisades
High surf and dangerous rip currents are expected through at least Friday night along LA County beaches, according to forecasters.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Venice-Mar Vista, CA|News|
Surf's Up! Big Waves and Dangerous Rip Currents Expected in Venice
High surf and dangerous rip currents are expected through at least Friday night along LA County beaches, according to forecasters.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Agoura Hills, CA|News|
Burglars Target Conejo Valley Restaurants: Deputies
Sheriff's deputies are asking for help in identifying two men who were caught on camera breaking into an Agoura Hills restaurant.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
SMMUSD to Appoint New Superintendent Thursday
Dr. Ben Drati will be officially approved as the new Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District superintendent on Thursday, Nov. 3.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
SMMUSD Selects New Superintendent
New district superintendent Dr. Ben Drati will be officially approved during the Nov. 3 board of education meeting.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Palm Desert|News|
Enjoy a Not-So-Spooky Zoo Adventure Monday at the Living Desert
The Living Desert’s family-friendly Halloween event returns Monday night in Palm Desert.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego K-9 Deputies Equipped with New Safety Vests
San Diego County Sheriff's K-9 deputies got a potentially lifesaving gift this week.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Rep. Darrell Issa Calls on FBI to Get New Clinton Email Investigation Right
With the FBI reopening their investigation into Hillary Clinton emails, Rep. Issa says "it's important that this time we get it right."
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Escondido, CA|News|
Ballot Selfies: Is It OK to Snap a Pic in California?
There's an important question to consider when you walk into your polling place: Is it OK to take a picture with your ballot?
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Qualcomm to Acquire NXP in Biggest Semiconductor Deal Ever
The San Diego-based company known for designing smartphone chips is buying a leader in automotive chips.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Escondido, CA|News|
Violent North Carolina Fugitives Captured in Harrah's Casino
San Diego County Sheriff's deputies arrested two violent fugitives wanted in western North Carolina.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
Coronado, CA|News|
Coronado Chamber Hosts Candidates Forum Thursday
The Coronado Chamber of Commerce is hosting a community-wide Candidates Forum on Thursday, Oct. 27.
Peter Smelser, Patch Staff
