Pottstown, PA Local News, Events, and Information

Boyertown Tue. Jul 23 2024

July 23, 1921: Portugal's Wealthy Princess Oversees Building of Husband's Casket at Boyertown's Company

Portugal's wealthy Princess, formerly from Ohio, oversees the building of the most massive and expensive casket the Boyertown Burial Casket Company has ever made.

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July 23, 1921: Portugal's Wealthy Princess Oversees Building of Husband's Casket at Boyertown's Company

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Boyertown Mon. Jul 22 2024

"I AM: Proud" --A Little Bird Arrives in Anxious Moments for Nathaniel Guest

Colebrookdale Railroad's Nathaniel Guest recalls the anxiety of a proud moment when a feathered friend joined the crew at the arrival of #5228.

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I AM: Proud --A Little Bird Arrives in Anxious Moments for Nathaniel Guest

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Pottstown Weather: Sunday November 24

High: 53°

Low: 38°

Wind: 10 MPH WNW

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 Mon. Jul 22 2024

Colebrookdale Railroad Hosts Rhythm on the Rails

The Colebrookdale Railroad organized an afternoon of live music, a train ride, and good food and beverages for good friends to enjoy being together.

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Colebrookdale Railroad Hosts Rhythm on the Rails

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Boyertown Mon. Jul 22 2024

July 22, 1913: President Wilson Accepts Resignation of Col. Thomas Leidy Rhoads

Col. Thomas Leidy Rhoads returns to his post as head of Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D. C.

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July 22, 1913: President Wilson Accepts Resignation of Col. Thomas Leidy Rhoads

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Boyertown Sun. Jul 21 2024

Philosophizing About Food With Francine: Magic of Rosemary

Food columnist Francine Black explores the herb, Rosemary.

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Philosophizing About Food With Francine: Magic of Rosemary

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Boyertown Sun. Jul 21 2024

"I AM: Proud"--Stellar House Gift Shop Enjoys Stellar Year

Adriene Billet takes a moment to share her joy that 2023 was a good year for her as a small business owner.

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I AM: Proud --Stellar House Gift Shop Enjoys Stellar Year

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Boyertown Sun. Jul 21 2024

July 21, 1923: Missing Woman Located Avoids Apprehension

The missing Ella Latshaw and daughter are located after leaving her husband and two children, but continue their run from apprehension.

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July 21, 1923: Missing Woman Located Avoids Apprehension

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Boyertown Sat. Jul 20 2024

Entering a New Decade, Brandon Foose Offers Present Wisdom

On the eve of a new decade, BASH grad Brandon Foose reflects on managing life's highs and lows with a new goal.

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Entering a New Decade, Brandon Foose Offers Present Wisdom

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Boyertown Sat. Jul 20 2024

"I AM: Proud": Infant's Tiny Fingers Provide Reassurance

The expectations and anxieties surrounding first-time motherhood often haunt early mornings, and yet simple, unguarded moments often provide the needed assurance.

Lesley Misko Editor

I AM: Proud : Infant's Tiny Fingers Provide Reassurance

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Boyertown Sat. Jul 20 2024

July 20, 1913: Richest Woman in Berks County Dies Horribly of Burns

Mrs. Albertine Grant, from Douglassville, the richest woman in Berks County, has met with a horrible death.

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July 20, 1913: Richest Woman in Berks County Dies Horribly of Burns

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Boyertown Fri. Jul 19 2024

"I AM: Proud" Poems Call for Remembering Commonality and Blessings

Touching on much revered themes, retired BASH science teacher turns to poetry to express a call for unity and an appreciation for life's blessings.

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I AM: Proud Poems Call for Remembering Commonality and Blessings

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Boyertown Fri. Jul 19 2024

In an "Encore Episode, " "B Inspired" Features Irrepressible Barbara Lehmann

You'll always find Barbara Lehmann wearing a smile no matter what challenges life throws at her.

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In an Encore Episode, B Inspired Features Irrepressible Barbara Lehmann

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