Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 63 and low of 55 degrees.
Monday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., temps: high: 73, low: 52.
Tuesday: A p.m. shower in places, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• High School Roundup (Oct. 9): Methacton seniors Lian, Montgomery prevail to victory in PAC Doubles Tournament (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Phoenixville High School teams had a big night, with the football squad exploding for 49 points in a second straight win and the volleyball team edging Kennett in a five-set thriller to move to 10–8. Local rivals across the PAC also battled in girls tennis, soccer, and football, setting up key matchups for Phoenixville against Pottstown next week.
• Inspectors Find Food Safety Problems at Two Local Establishments (mychesco.com) — Chester County health inspectors recently cited two restaurants in Spring City and West Chester for food-temperature and sanitation issues, but a Phoenixville spot, The Local on Bridge Street, passed inspection with no violations. Residents can review how inspectors check food handling, refrigeration, and cleanliness, and are encouraged to report any concerns or suspected foodborne illness directly to the county health department.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Our cat got out sometime between 6:30 last night and 8pm last night. we are near lock 29 in Mont Clare/ Phoenixville. her name is Ookie PLEASE text me if seen 610-888-9482 she is small about 8lbs (Nextdoor Phoenixville Center)
my adult son is in need of a one bedroom apartment he is employed. He is a house painter. He's looking for a place to move in immediately. he's interested in West Chester Downingtown (Nextdoor Powderhorn Knoll)
The GIANT Company posted a job opening for FT Assistant Manager Bakery - 6023 in Phoenixville. Apply here.
CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Phoenixville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Phoenixville here.
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Measles Exposure Possible At Multiple Locations In Chester Co. (patch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!