🌱 Patch AM: Why Gazzos Steaks is putting Pottstown on Pennsylvania’s cheesesteak map

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In today's newsletter:

• Why Gazzos Steaks is putting Pottstown on Pennsylvania's cheesesteak map
• How Hill School dominated Peddie in a 5–0 home shutout

Also on today's calendar: Event Decor & Contemporary Furnishings | Halloween Props | Alderfer Auction and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• 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: 51.
• Tuesday: A shower in the afternoon, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 8 Legendary Cheesesteak Spots In Pennsylvania That Have Locals Coming Back Again And Again (newsbreak.com) — Pottstown's own Gazzos Steaks on South Hanover Street is spotlighted as one of Pennsylvania's must-try cheesesteak destinations, praised for its bold Eagles-themed storefront and devoted local following. The statewide list also features standout shops from Philadelphia, Beaver, Williamsport, Hershey, West Chester, Camp Hill, and beyond, but emphasizes how Pottstown diners can enjoy true Philly-style flavor close to home.
   

• H.S. Boys Soccer Wrap: Robbinsville cruises past WW-P North for 10th win (trentonian.com) — Pottstown readers get a shoutout as Hill School's boys soccer team blanked Peddie 5–0 at Harry L. Price Field, handing the Falcons their second MAPL shutout of the season. The roundup also highlights strong performances from several New Jersey prep programs, but the dominant home-field win in Pottstown is the headline for local fans.
   

📸 Around Pottstown

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Pottstown

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★ Featured events ★

Monday October 12
• Event Decor & Contemporary Furnishings | Halloween Props | Alderfer Auction →
  Online Auction,
  8:00 pm
Friday October 16
• The Charlestown Fall Sale - over 300 Consignors! →
  762 Pike Springs Rd, Phoenixville
  9:30 am
Saturday October 24
• Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival →
  The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center & Fairgrounds, 100 Station Ave, Oaks
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Monday October 12
• FREE Comedy Open Mic Night with Die Laughing at Rivet! →
  Rivet: Canteen & Assembly, 238 East High Street, Pottstown
  6:30 pm
Tuesday October 13
• Ghost Stories of Boyertown with Charles J. Adams III →
  Chestnut Knoll, 120 W 5th St, Boyertown
  6:30 pm
Thursday October 15
• Alzheimer's Support Group: The Meaning Behind the Moment →
  Chestnut Knoll, 120 W 5th St, Boyertown
  6:30 pm
Saturday October 17
• Pet Vaccine Clinic →
  Animal House Retail For Rescue, 1486 S Hanover St, Pottstown
  10:00 am
Friday October 23
• 2nd Annual Trunk Or Treat →
  Animal House Retail For Rescue, 1486 S Hanover St, Pottstown
  5:00 pm
Saturday October 24
• Bingo →
  Keystone Fire House, 240 N Walnut St, Boyertown
  5:00 pm
Sunday October 25
• Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival →
  The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center & Fairgrounds, 100 Station Ave, Oaks
  10:00 am
• Skeleton Skurry 5K →
  44 E Arcadia Dr, Royersford
  10:00 am
Thursday October 29
• Trick or Treat at Chestnut Knoll →
  Chestnut Knoll, 120 W 5th St, Boyertown
  6:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Karen has be found!!!!
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🗞 Nearby News

Pottsgrove

• Reporter/Times Herald Football Week 7: North Penn, undefeated Pennridge set for SOL National clash at Crawford Stadium (centredaily.com)

Boyertown

• High School Roundup (Oct. 9): Methacton seniors Lian, Montgomery prevail to victory in PAC Doubles Tournament (pottsmerc.com)
• Richard A. Zuber Realty Prepares for Christmas Activities for the Community (town.news)
• Puddle of liquid, debris found during Berks food safety inspections (readingeagle.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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!)
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