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Good day Pottstown! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Pottstown finally broke through for its first PAC soccer win
  • Could this new loan fund jumpstart more investment in Pottstown blocks?

Also on today's calendar: Breast Intentions | Laughs, stories & life after cancer and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 76 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 72, low: 42.
  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• High School Roundup (Oct. 6): Ulrich's OT goal runs Boyertown's unbeaten streak to 11 straight in win over Spring-Ford (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Pottstown High School's girls soccer team just earned its first PAC win of the season, powered by two goals from Nyanna Thompson and another from Nyla Rivera in a 3–1 victory over Norristown. The roundup also notes Pottstown volleyball falling to Norristown, alongside numerous other PAC field hockey, soccer, volleyball, and tennis results from neighboring schools.
   

• Jumpstart loan program expands into Montco (chestnuthilllocal.com) — Small-scale developers in Pottstown now have access to Jumpstart's expanded loan program in Montgomery County, building on the existing Jumpstart Pottstown training effort. Backed by new funding, the initiative aims to help local residents rehab properties, create more affordable housing, and invest directly in their own neighborhoods.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Chestnut Knoll Collects 159 Pounds of Food for Preston's Pantry —Chestnut Knoll Read on Patch
  • GREAT NEWS FOR NORTH COVENTRY TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS!
    Today, October 7, 2026 Pennmark withdrew their zoning application for special exemption for utility use and/or a data center. Thank you to everyone… (Nextdoor South Pottstown)
  • They say the best way to help your mental health is to spend your first 30 minutes sitting outside and soaking up some sun
    Man it's cold out but thank goodness for hot coffee, pancakes, a book and a blanket (Nextdoor Central Pottstown)
  • AeroVironment posted a job opening for Shipping Coordinator III in Pottstown. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Pottsgrove

Boyertown

  • Artist Marilyn Fox Hosts Open Studio Sale (town.news)
  • Studio B Welcomes "Spirit on Tap" for a Discussion on "Myths by Which We Live" (town.news)
  • Stephen A Smith is Getting Killed for Mocking Lane Johnson's Retirement (crossingbroad.com)

Royersford

  • Beacon of Life Chiropractic Updates Guide on Sciatica Pain Treatment in Montgomery County, PA (wboc.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: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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