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Hey there, Pottstown! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Pottstown and neighboring schools fare under Friday night lights?

Also on today's calendar: Veteran Child Abuse Prosecutor Exposes: How to Keep Your Kids Safe on Snapchat and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a little p.m. rain, with a high of 62 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 72, low: 43.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• High School Roundup (Oct. 2): PJP football rebounds with shutout of Boyertown; Lian, DeCicco fall one win shy of girls' tennis states (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Pottstown High School's football team took a tough 45-0 loss to Upper Perkiomen in Friday night action, one of several Pioneer Athletic Conference games involving nearby schools. The roundup also highlights strong performances from Boyertown, Spring-Ford, Methacton, and Pope John Paul II teams across football, field hockey, tennis, soccer, and volleyball, giving local fans a quick snapshot of how area programs are faring.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Just heard Coventry mall tenants are being kicked out and a data center put in.
    Everyone was told to be out by October 11th. Only given 2 weeks notice. Does anyone have info on this? (Nextdoor North Coventry)
  • Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Pottstown. Apply here.
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Cook in Pottstown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pottstown here.

🗞 Nearby News

Boyertown

  • See autumn leaves on scenic train rides in Delaware and Pennsylvania (delawareonline.com)
  • School Board Reviews Policy on Current Events in the Classroom (town.news)

Royersford

  • How Spring-Ford Scored In Latest PA School District Ranking (patch.com)
  • Night resurfacing work planned on 422 in Limerick, Upper Providence (pottsmerc.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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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