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Montebello, California Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning to you Montebello! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How dangerous is the lingering warehouse fire smoke over Montebello?
  • Montebello native takes over athletics at Northern Arizona University.
  • See Montebello’s Strawberry Moon moment captured alongside cities worldwide.

Also on today's calendar: Independence Day Fireworks Show 2026: Monterey Park and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the turtle cross the road ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Clouds giving way to sun, with a high of 83 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 81, low: 62.
  • Friday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Health concerns mount as Boyle Heights warehouse fire stretches into a week (kentucky.com) — Montebello residents are among those breathing potentially hazardous smoke from a massive Boyle Heights warehouse fire that’s been burning nearly a week, with experts warning there’s no safe level of exposure. Health specialists urge caution for everyone, especially children and pregnant people, while some environmental advocates argue officials should have ordered broader evacuations and taken stronger protective measures.
   

• Dr. Richard Duran - Vice President and Director of Athletics (nauathletics.com) — A Montebello native, Dr. Richard Duran, has been named vice president and director of athletics at Northern Arizona University after a highly successful run leading University of the Incarnate Word’s athletic program. His journey from Montebello to Division I leadership includes major championships, academic honors for athletes, and national committee roles, offering a notable point of pride and inspiration for local students and sports fans.
   

• See gorgeous photos of the Strawberry Moon (cincinnati.com) — Montebello even gets a spotlight in this global Strawberry Moon photo gallery, with a striking 2018 shot of a plane crossing the full moon over the city. While the piece mainly showcases beautiful moon images from around the world, it’s a fun, timely way to anticipate this year’s Strawberry Moon while seeing Montebello featured on an international stage.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday June 24
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Pat
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Cheri
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Bo-Gay
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • Walk-In Tutoring With Margie
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    10:00 am
  • LEGO® Playtime
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    12:00 pm
  • Movie Screening: One Battle After Another (2025)
    Playa Vista Branch Library
    3:00 pm
  • English Conversation Class With Donies
    Harbor Gateway Library Harbor City - Harbor Gateway Branch Library
    3:00 pm
  • Art Play Day
    El Sereno Branch Library
    4:00 pm
    • Thursday June 25
  • Smarty Pants Storytime →
    Los Nietos Library, 8511 Duchess Dr, Whittier
    11:00 am
  • Let's Kick It Soccer Clinic →
    Barnes Park, 350 S Mc Pherrin Ave, Monterey Park
    4:45 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found senior dog in the Montebello area.
    Sweet and friendly. Found on Saturday 6/20. I’m holding this cutie hoping the owners claim this sweet thing. I can only hold this cutie for 1 more… (Nextdoor W Beverly Blvd)
  • Santa Monica police successfully resolved a mental health crisis standoff at Santa Monica Place shopping center, leading to custody and hospital evaluation.
    4:36AM on Jun 23: A standoff at Santa Monica Place ends safely after crisis negotiators de-escalate the situation. (Nextdoor )
  • BoxLunch / Hot Topic posted a job opening for Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 1 in Montebello. Apply here.
  • Yogurtland posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Montebello. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Montebello here.

🗞 Nearby News

Pico Rivera

  • Pico Rivera revokes permit for last Los Angeles County slaughterhouse, in victory for animal advocates (sgvtribune.com)

Monterey Park

  • mss-20250430 (sec.gov)
  • Monterey Park Halts Outdoor Programs as Boyle Heights Fire Impacts Air Quality (coloradoboulevard.net)
  • EDGAR Filing Documents for 0001213900-26-070763 (sec.gov)

Ok Montebello! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She was going to the shell station (Thank you Nettie D. for sending it in!)
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