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Hi there, Pottstown! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See where license plate cameras watch drivers around Pottstown
  • How did old-time tavern shoots turn Pottstowners into local legends?
  • Could new skill-game rules threaten Pottstown's Eagles and local clubs?

Also on today's calendar: Workers Pro Wrestling and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A little rain; windy, cooler, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain; breezy in the morning, temps: high: 62, low: 57.
  • Monday: Cloudy, with a high of 65 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Where Flock Cameras Are Located Around The Pottstown Area (patch.com) — Residents in and around Pottstown can now see exactly where automated license plate reader cameras are located, thanks to a nonprofit map built from community reports. The listing details dozens of Flock and similar cameras at major Pottstown intersections, shopping areas, and nearby townships, while also noting growing bipartisan concern in Pennsylvania over surveillance, data storage, and calls for a statewide ban.
   

• Berks & Montgomery Compete in Old-time Shooting Matches (town.news) — Local history buffs will appreciate this deep dive into 19th‑century shooting matches that drew sharp‑shooting "Pottstowners" and neighbors from Pottsgrove, Sumneytown, and beyond. The article translates colorful Pennsylvania Dutch newspaper ads, explains how tavern board shoots worked, and shows how early rifle-making and friendly county rivalries shaped rural life around Berks and Montgomery counties.
   

• Push for skill games law coming down to the wire (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Pottstown's Eagles Aerie 626 and other nearby clubs say skill-game revenue has become a financial lifeline, covering major expenses like a long-delayed roof replacement and rising taxes and utilities. With the state Supreme Court pressing lawmakers to regulate or effectively shut down these machines by mid-October, local leaders are urging residents to contact legislators about bipartisan bills they believe could keep many community institutions from closing. The outcome could significantly affect neighborhood fire companies, veterans' groups, and social clubs.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Finished setting up my art work for sale at my church's annual Basket Raffle.
    The event is Saturday, September 26th from 8-12 pm at St. James Lutheran Church in Geigertown. Lots and lots of amazing baskets , plus other prizes,… (Nextdoor West Pottstown)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Food Runner - Stowe Chili's in Pottstown. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Royersford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pottstown here.

🗞 Nearby News

Boyertown

  • Push for Pa. skill games law coming down to the wire (readingeagle.com)
  • Blue slime found on ice machine during Berks restaurant, food safety inspections (readingeagle.com)
  • Tucker Kraft Would Last Two Seconds in Philadelphia (crossingbroad.com)

Royersford

  • Magic Memories Early Learning Schools Examines Inclusive Preschool Classrooms in Everyday Early Learning (commercialappeal.com)
  • Resurfacing continues on Route 422 in Limerick, Upper Providence townships (pottsmerc.com)

Collegeville

  • Montco Daycare Owner, Twp. Supervisor Rejects Plea Deal In Child Sex Assault Case: Officials (patch.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: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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