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In today's newsletter:

  • How a former Pottstown motel is changing lives for homeless neighbors.
  • Where Pottstown voters can drop off mail ballots this primary
  • How did Pottstown fare in this week’s PAC lacrosse action?

Also on today's calendar: Spring Craft Show & Basket Raffle and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a polar bear in the jungle ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy with a shower, temps: high: 71, low: 47.
  • Saturday: Cooler with rain and drizzle, with a high of 55 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• How Montco transformed a Days Inn into an emergency housing facility (inquirer.com) — Montgomery County’s conversion of a former Pottstown Days Inn into a 120-bed emergency housing facility is reshaping how local homelessness is addressed and helping residents move into permanent housing. Stories from people who lived in Pottstown’s tent city show how on-site services, education support, and case management are helping them secure apartments, college enrollment, and more stable lives in town.    

• Montgomery County readies for 2026 primary election (northpennnow.com) — Pottstown voters get a convenient satellite election office and secure ballot drop box at the Montgomery County Office of Public Health on King Street for the May 19 primary. The article explains key registration and mail-in ballot deadlines, countywide drop box hours, and how residents can participate in a youth “I Voted!” sticker contest open to all Montgomery County students.    

• Reporter/Times Herald Sports Roundup (April 20): Brody Anderson scores 6 goals in Souderton boys lacrosse's win over North Penn (centredaily.com) — Pottstown’s girls lacrosse team took a tough 15-0 loss to Upper Merion in PAC Frontier play, with the Vikings’ balanced offense dominating throughout. The wider roundup also highlights strong lacrosse performances by Souderton and Pennridge and a boys volleyball match featuring Souderton, giving area fans a snapshot of how local high school teams are faring this week.    

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  • I am gonna repost, share and like anybodys post about there small buissness for more exposure!
    I know how hard it is trying to make it happen as i am currently doing the same thing! So let's help our neighbors pursue there dreams! Sometimes ppl… (Nextdoor West Pottstown)
  • Hey neighbors , I lost my wallet with all my credit and debit cards, my drivers license was also in the wallet.
    It is not billfold, but one of those credit card holder carbon fiber sides with the clip that goes right in the pocket. If anyone finds it, please… (Nextdoor Central Pottstown)
  • GrubHub posted a job opening for Grubhub Driver - Pottstown-Phoenixville, PA - Fast Cash, Flexible Work! in Pottstown. Apply here.
  • American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. posted a job opening for Aerie - Stock Associate - Evening (Off-Hours) in Pottstown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pottstown here.

🗞 Nearby News

Royersford

  • Spring-Ford Student Wins Elite Corporate National Merit Scholarship (patch.com)

Phoenixville

  • Phoenixville Police Now Hiring Officers, Jobs Starting At $120K (patch.com)

Collegeville

  • Pottstown, Collegeville Pizzerias Land Top Spots in Washington Post's Pennsylvania Pizza Rankings (montco.today)
  • #59 Shorewomen Punch Ticket to CC Tournament in a 7-0 Win over Bears (washcollsports.com)

Ok Pottstown! 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: LOST (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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