Pottstown
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When It Comes to Quirky Architecture, Montgomery County’s Cup Runneth Over
Novelty architecture, a once-popular building design trend, has a few remnants still standing across the U.S. and locally. Blending interesting structures with the commercial entities that housed them — Atlantic City’s Lucy the Elephant, for example — was a sure way to lure customers, especially those in cars. The art has passed, for the most…
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State Funding Designed to Transition Former Pottstown Factory from ‘Blighted’ to Bustling
The former Pottstown Plating Works plant on South Washington St. will benefit from state funding to clean its contaminated real estate and renovate its structure. Rob Manch dug into the details for WFMZ 69 News. The nearly $500,000 of funding for the ambitious and visionary project is coming from the Pa. Dept. of Community &…
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Despite Progress Made in Fiscal 2022, Pottstown Hospital Owner Continues Bleeding Red
Montgomery County and its nearby communities proved to be a tough environment to ailing Tower Health, as evidenced by its fiscal 2022 results. John George diagnosed the healthcare provider’s ongoing issues in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Tower Health worked diligently to remedy several corporate problems in a fiscally responsible manner by: And on one level,…
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MCCC Pottstown Campus Opens STEAM-Related Learning Space That’s All About Space
Montgomery County Community College is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Pottstown Campus this week to unveil its new Challenger Learning Center. It is a first-of-its-kind-in-the-state opportunity for students in grades five to eight to engage in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) exploration in a unique way. The Pottstown version joins 40 other…
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Retro Rink Rolls Out Dire Warning for Campy Pottstown Film Festival: Skate or Die
The historic Rolling Rocks Roller Rink in Pottstown is hosting a rather unusual event in October. Called the Skate or Die Film Festival, the two-day ghoulish gathering is a mashup of retro horror movie screenings, live music, podcasting, food, beverages, and roller skating. Horrornews.com shambled forth to provide details. This first-of-its-kind event for Montgomery County,…
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Montgomery County Businesses Lead the Collar Counties on PBJ Soaring 76 List
The Philadelphia Business Journal Soaring 76 spells good news for Montgomery County. Lisa Dukart tallied the reasons for local optimism in the business community this year. A macro view of the area’s fastest-growing companies for 2022 yields a few surprises. Yes, there are perennial qualifiers. But there are also several newcomers, signaling young tycoons making…
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Comedy in Pottstown Finds a Home Under a Dome
Soul Joel Productions, a Royersford-based independent comedy production company, got on its feet in 2019, the brainstorm of Joel Richardson. When the pandemic shuttered his indoor venues, Richardson took his array of comics outdoors, using a domed roof to protect audiences from the elements and fresh air to keep them safe. Travis Brower, of PHL17,…
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Singing, Dancing Pineapple Dweller Floats into Pottstown for Run of Seafarin’ Musical
Any cartoon aficionado will associate SpongeBob with his trademark theme song and its lusty call-and-answer refrain. But in fact, that tune is not the only one in his repertoire. The squishy star and his undersea friends have had their story extended into a full-bore, professionally staged musical. A local production opens Aug. 19 for a…
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Pottstown Ultramarathoner, Having Overcome ADD, Tackles 36-Hour Race in North-Central Pa.
Pottstown’s Niko Teller probably woke up this Monday morning a little sorer than most weekend warriors. That’s because instead of yard work or house repairs, he spent his Saturday and Sunday on one of the most grueling sports challenges in the world, the Eastern States 100. Rob Senior jogged though the particulars in The Mercury.…
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Singapore-Based Real Estate Investment Trust Acquires 400,674-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Pottstown
United Hampshire US REIT, a Singapore-based real estate investment trust, has acquired Upland Square, a 400,674-square-foot, grocery-anchored shopping center in Pottstown for a reported $85.7 million. Upland Square is one of the metro area’s largest and most successful grocery-anchored power centers. Currently 95 percent leased, the property’s wide range of dominant anchors includes Giant, TJ…
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‘Picked by the One Team I Was Rooting for My Entire Life,’ Pottstown Native Now a Member of Phillies Organization
Pottstown native Jordan Dissin is now officially a member of the Phillies organization after signing a contract with the team that selected him in the 12th round of the Major League Baseball Draft, writes Ty Daubert for Phillies Nation. Dissin, a Malvern Prep grad, was the 362nd overall pick out of Saddleback College in Mission…
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Pottstown’s Hill School Played a Key Role in Making This Region the ‘Ground Zero’ of Field Hockey
The Hill School in Pottstown was crucial in making the Philadelphia region the nation’s “ground zero” of field hockey, writes Christian Red for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Hill started admitting girls in 1998 and soon formed its field hockey program. Eight years ago, the school hired Jen Weissbach — who starred for four years at…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College seeks a part-time training and assessment coordinator for Blue Bell-, Norristown-, and Pottstown-related CareerLink responsibilities. This is a part-time, temporary, grant-funded position. The Training and Assessment Coordinator, CareerLink, is responsible for educating CareerLink clients and administering assessments and training as required for them to qualify for government subsidized training or credentialing…
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Community Health & Dental Care, Pottstown, to Hold Aug. Event, Boosting Spirits and Creating Smiles
Community Health & Dental Care (CHDC) is holding an Aug. 12 health fair as part of the awareness-lift behind National Health Center Week (Aug 7–13, 2022). The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the health- and dental-provider’s location at 351 W. Schuylkill Rd., Pottstown. It is the capstone event to the…
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Arts Montco Week, Returns for 2022 and Includes First-Ever Montco Jazz Fest
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board announces the return of Arts Montco Week, a celebratory initiative that supports Montgomery County’s over 200 arts, culture, and entertainment venues. The festivities will highlight artists, entertainers, makers, and attractions in the region, which normally represent $100 million in positive economic impact, not to mention hundreds, if not…
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Medicare Education Services Provides a Helpful Path through the Health Insurance Jargon Jungle
The language of financial services can be a complex one for unfamiliar consumers. As a blend of concepts — often peppered with legal jargon and regulatory caveats — the verbiage can easily confuse the public. David Morrison, owner and advisor for Medicare Education Services, Pottstown, has taken the time to define a few. He begins…
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In Advance of Tomorrow’s Scorcher, Here’s Where to Turn for Relief
Tomorrow’s one-two punch of high humidity and excessive heat will bring on a real-feel temperature of 102⁰. That’s dangerous territory for Montgomery County residents who are very young, advanced in age, or medically compromised; however, Montgomery County service providers are firing up its heat advisory response. Emily Rizzo was appropriately cool-headed in bringing details to…
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Montco Is Home to 23 Least Budget-Friendly Communities in the State, Including Number One
A Seattle software company’s national and statewide analyses of household expenses reveals Montgomery County communities in which monthly bill paying takes the least — and largest — bites. The study by fintech firm doxo shows that nationwide, the monthly outlay for bills is $2,003, which goes to the following: Mortgage Rent Auto loans Utilities Auto…
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