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🌱 Patch AM: See how much liquor-license cash is coming back to Pottstown

And on the Pottstown Patch calendar - Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza

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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:

  • See how much liquor-license cash is coming back to Pottstown
  • Why Pottstown's Hanover Street bridge may soon bear a hero's name
  • How are Pottstown's soccer teams faring in tough PAC competition?

Also on today's calendar: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rather cloudy with a shower, with a high of 85 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 83, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 75 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. All Accept Liquor License Revenue … Even If It's Not Much (travelswiththepost.com) — Pottstown is set to receive $2,200 in returned state liquor license renewal fees this month, part of more than $57,000 being shared by 45 local municipalities. While the amounts are modest, borough officials can spend the money however they choose, typically adding it to the general fund to support everyday services and local initiatives.
   

2. Bill would rename Hanover Street bridge for Navy SEAL Job Price (pottsmerc.com subscription) — A state bill would rename the Hanover Street bridge between Pottstown and North Coventry in honor of Commander Job Price, a decorated Navy SEAL and Pottstown High School graduate who died while serving in Afghanistan. His family and supporters see the tribute as a powerful way to recognize his service and deep ties to Pottstown, with a local dedication planned if the legislation passes.
   

3. PAC Soccer + Golf Wrap (Sept. 14): Illig, Sangare keep scoring for unbeaten Phoenixville in 2-0 win over Upper Perk (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Local PAC soccer and golf action saw Pottstown's boys and girls teams suffer heavy losses to Pottsgrove, leaving the Trojans still searching for their first win of the season. The roundup also tracks strong starts and standout performances from nearby programs like Phoenixville, Methacton, Perkiomen Valley, and Boyertown, giving Pottstown fans a clear picture of league competition.
   

4. Photos: Spider Rockets Release Official Music Video for 'The Storm' (broadwayworld.com) — Spider Rockets are bringing their high-energy rock show to Pottstown on November 7, playing Cosmic Arts alongside A Killer's Confession as part of a fall tour. The band just released a moody, black‑and‑white video for their song "The Storm," and this run of dates supports their latest album, "Dirty And Bad," which has been gaining traction on rock radio.
   

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  • Business Liquidation and Asset Recovery | Alderfer Auction
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Whats up with all this tar and chip stuff all over the roads?
    Do they plan on paving over this stuff? Im tired of the dust and all the pebbles hitting my car. (Nextdoor Lower Pottsgrove)
  • Pottstown School District posted a job opening for Middle School Head Custodian in Pottstown. Apply here.

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: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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