Pottstown, PA Local News, Events, and Information

Boyertown Sat. Aug 3 2024

August 3, 1898: Philadelphia Inquirer Scolds Pastor for Sartorial Decision

Ninety-eight degrees was not hot enough for the Philadelphia Inquirer to forgive a local pastor for his decision to preach in shirt sleeves.

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August 3, 1898: Philadelphia Inquirer Scolds Pastor for Sartorial Decision

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Boyertown Fri. Aug 2 2024

Bob Wood Introduces Frank B. Updegrove, Circus Driver

Bob Wood shares details of circus life provided by Frank Updegrove.

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Bob Wood Introduces Frank B. Updegrove, Circus Driver

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Pottstown Weather: Sunday November 24

High: 53°

Low: 38°

Wind: 11 MPH W

Chance of rain: 0%

Sunny, with a high of 53 and low of 38 degrees. Sunny in the morning, clear in the afternoon and evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Boyertown Fri. Aug 2 2024

“I AM: Proud”-- Donnie Ellixson Business Owner Celebrates Success

Donnie Ellixson of Ellixson’s Tae Kwon Do Academy offers words of celebration.

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“I AM: Proud”-- Donnie Ellixson Business Owner Celebrates Success

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Boyertown Fri. Aug 2 2024

August 2, 1920: Steeple of Good Shepherd Reformed Church Replaced by Town Clock

To avoid calamity, the steeple of Good Shepherd Reformed Church is replaced by a town clock.

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August 2, 1920: Steeple of Good Shepherd Reformed Church Replaced by Town Clock

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Boyertown Thu. Aug 1 2024

Craig Bennett Claims "I AM: Proud" to Be a Boomer

Boomers are much maligned, perhaps unfairly.

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Boyertown Thu. Aug 1 2024

August 1, 1921: St. Columbkill's Roman Catholic Church Holds First Mass in Kitchen of Unger Mansion

The first Mass of St. Columbkill’s Roman Catholic Church was said today by Father Bernard Creamers with all 12 members of the congregaton present.

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August 1, 1921: St. Columbkill's Roman Catholic Church Holds First Mass in Kitchen of Unger Mansion

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Boyertown Wed. Jul 31 2024

The Wandering Mystic: Connecting with Nature

Megan Bartlett, a Boyertown alum shares her experiences in feeling the Divine spirit while visiting some familiar local areas.

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The Wandering Mystic: Connecting with Nature

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Boyertown Wed. Jul 31 2024

July 31, 1922: Explosion Deemed Cause of Fire Destroying Green Tree Hotel and Death of Proprietor

Fire destroys Green Tree Hotel and takes the life of proprietor and his dog and threatens the lives of two firemen attempting the rescue of the remains.

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July 31, 1922: Explosion Deemed Cause of Fire Destroying Green Tree Hotel and Death of Proprietor

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Boyertown Tue. Jul 30 2024

"I AM: Proud"--Poet and Educator Phil Repko Presents a Plea, Challenges Old and Young

Phil Repko's reflections challenge readers to think, savor, and remember.

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I AM: Proud --Poet and Educator Phil Repko Presents a Plea, Challenges Old and Young

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Boyertown Tue. Jul 30 2024

July 30, 1927: Doctor Called Out on Emergency with a Twist

While Doctor Becker is called out for an emergency that doesn't exist, he finds a real one that the husband--"a Christian man doesn’t talk about."

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July 30, 1927: Doctor Called Out on Emergency with a Twist

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Boyertown Mon. Jul 29 2024

Melanie Roth: The Rest of the Story--Energized by Providence

With an abundance of energy, a willingness to risk, and guided by her faith and the encouragement of others, Melanie Roth embraces challenges and opportunities.

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Melanie Roth: The Rest of the Story--Energized by Providence

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Boyertown Mon. Jul 29 2024

July 29, 1939: New Resolution Allows Married Female Teachers to Be Fired

Berks County Executive School Board Adopts Resolution allowing school boards in PA to fire female teachers who marry while under contract.

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July 29, 1939: New Resolution Allows Married Female Teachers to Be Fired

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