Monrovia|News|
UPDATE: Outage Knocks Out Power to 3,500 Monrovia Customers
Several thousand Monrovia customers were greeted with a power outage the morning of July 4. The cause is currently unknown.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
- Monrovia, CA
Former Editor Monrovia Patch
Hometown: Pomona, CA
Birthday: July 21
Bio: A southern California native, I grew up in the Inland Valley and moved to the San Gabriel Valley after graduating from Pomona College in 2003.
I began my writing career by contributing satirical pieces to various online publications before enrolling at the USC Annenberg School for Journalism in 2005. In 2006, I spent a summer working as a reporter at the Cape Times in Cape Town, South Africa. I graduated from the USC Annenberg School in 2007 with an M.A. in journalism and worked for the Los Angeles Times and NFL Network before signing on as a staff writer at the Pasadena Star-News in 2008. I left the Star-News in 2010 to become the editor of Monrovia Patch.
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Monrovia|News|
Councilman Spicer Apologizes for Criminal Past
Interim Councilman Larry Spicer acknowledged several criminal convictions and said he hopes to continue to serve on the City Council as many community members came to his defense.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
City Decides Against Ochoa Loan Modificaton...For Now
The City Council could not agree Tuesday on what to do with former City Manager Scott Ochoa's home loan, with some members wary that any modification would be perceived as favoritism.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Guide to 4th of July Fireworks: All You Need to Know
Fireworks, barbecues, free shows and street closures: Find out everything you need to know to safely celebrate the 4th of July here in town.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
4th of July: Fireworks Safety Tips and Facts
The National Fire Prevention Association provides these tips to keep your 4th of July fireworks celebration safe and sane.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Police Blotter: Good Samaritans Can't Catch Purse Snatcher
This week a robber snatched a purse from a woman at the Friday Family Festival, a woman caught a car burglar in the act, and a drunk driver littered and got pulled over. Read on for more.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Note to Gordon Ramsay: Readers Detail Problems at Monrovia Restaurant
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay will film his show "Kitchen Nightmares" at Monrovia's Sam's Kabob Room, and readers posted their criticism of the local mediterranean restaurant on Patch in advance of the show's arrival.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Councilman Calls for Larry Spicer's Resignation
Councilman Tom Adams said he would like to see interim Councilman Larry Spicer step down after reports surfaced showing Spicer has a criminal record.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
La Cañada Flintridge, CA|News|
L.A. County's Official Condom Says 'Suit Up'
In a competition full of sexual innuendo, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has announced the winner of its condom branding contest.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' To Film in Monrovia
Monrovia restaurant Sam's Kabob room will undergo a makeover under the tutelage of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, according to the show's field producer.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Photos: Momma Bear and Cub Visit Monrovia Home
A mother bear and her cub sauntered around this Monrovia home and took a dip in the local pond.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Southland Gasoline Prices Drop For 44th Day
Prices continue drop in time for Fourth of July.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Upside Down On His Mortgage, Former City Manager Asks City for Help
Former City Manager Scott Ochoa took out a $275,000 loan from the city to purchase a home in Monrovia in 2004 and is asking the city to restructure the terms so he can sell it without taking a loss, a city councilman said.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Does the Monrovia City Website Need a Makeover?
The city plans to pay Mad Haus Creative $21,600 to host and redesign Monrovia's website.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Board of Supervisors Approves $28.5 Billion Budget
Supervisors reportedly approve 2012-2013 budget without major cuts, or furloughs for county employees.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Altadena, CA|News|
Gold Line Official Calls Metro's Ballot Measure Illegal
Metro approved a ballot initiative to extend Measure R 30 years, but it includes no money to fund the Gold Line Foothill Extension to Claremont, according a Gold Line official.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Claremont-La Verne, CA|News|
Gold Line Official Calls Metro's Ballot Measure Illegal
Metro approved a ballot initiative to extend Measure R 30 years, but it includes no money to fund the Gold Line Foothill Extension to Claremont, according a Gold Line official.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Montrose-La Crescenta, CA|News|
L.A. County's Official Condom Says 'Suit Up'
In a competition full of sexual innuendo, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced the winner of its condom branding contest Thursday.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Monrovia|News|
Police Blotter: Man Threatens to Shoot Police
This week a man barricaded himself in his house and threatened to fire at officers, a motorist failed to yield and paid for it, and a sex offender got 50 years in jail. Read on for more.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff
Arcadia, CA|News|
Gold Line Official Calls Metro's Ballot Measure Illegal
Metro approved a ballot initiative to extend Measure R 30 years, but it includes no money to fund the Gold Line Foothill Extension to Claremont, according a Gold Line official.
Nathan McIntire, Patch Staff