Pottstown, PA Local News, Events, and Information

Boyertown Mon. Jul 8 2024

Studio B Hosts Reading and Reception for Local Writers

In celebration of the literary arts, Studio B Art Gallery hosted writers who contributed to the "I AM: Proud" project at a reading and reception.

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Studio B Hosts Reading and Reception for Local Writers

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Boyertown Mon. Jul 8 2024

Accident Adds to Family's Unfortunate Luck

The family of young Leonard Moyer fated with another stoke of bad luck when the lad falls from an ice truck.

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Accident Adds to Family's Unfortunate Luck

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Pottstown Weather: Sunday November 24

High: 53°

Low: 38°

Wind: 9 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 0%

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

Boyertown Sun. Jul 7 2024

I AM: Proud--Warrior Spotlight: Boyertown Grad Army Pvt. Travis C. Zimmerman

Betty Zimmerman shares memories of step-son Travis, Boyertown grad, who gave his life in service to his country and her own service to families who lose a child.

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I AM: Proud--Warrior Spotlight: Boyertown Grad Army Pvt. Travis C. Zimmerman

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Boyertown Sun. Jul 7 2024

July 7, 1944: Harry D. Yoder Presented with Third Oak Leaf Cluster and Promoted

Harry D. Yoder receives the Third Oak Leaf Cluster award for "meritorious achievement."

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July 7, 1944: Harry D. Yoder Presented with Third Oak Leaf Cluster and Promoted

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Boyertown Sat. Jul 6 2024

I AM: Proud--Honoring Uncle Jackie

Deborah and Jim Meehan honor Jim's uncle killed in Germany at the end of WW II through a mixed media submission on exhibit currently at Studio B.

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Boyertown Sat. Jul 6 2024

"B Inspired" Applauds the Mission of Lisa Derenzo, Principal of Washington Elementary School

At Washington Elementary School, finding each student's superpower is the goal of Boyertown School District principal Lisa Derenzo.

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B Inspired Applauds the Mission of Lisa Derenzo, Principal of Washington Elementary School

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Boyertown Sat. Jul 6 2024

July 6, 1953: Boyertown High School Transforms into Unified Jointure

Supervising Principal George B. Sweinhart convinces Boyertown's school board to create a unified jointure from 12 independent secondary schools.

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July 6, 1953: Boyertown High School Transforms into Unified Jointure

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Boyertown Fri. Jul 5 2024

I AM: Proud: Donna Smith Stauffer, Boyertown Grad, Creates Back-to-School Picnics

Donna Smith Stauffer, Boyertown grad and long-time resident, recalls years of making memories creating Back to School picnics for her grandchildren.

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I AM: Proud: Donna Smith Stauffer, Boyertown Grad, Creates Back-to-School Picnics

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Boyertown Fri. Jul 5 2024

July 5, 1977: “Crazy Horse Race” Provides Unexpected Entertainment

Jake Wallach and his friend George Sassaman decided to race “their two blooded mounts” from Boyertown's Union House to New Berlinville.

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July 5, 1977: “Crazy Horse Race” Provides Unexpected Entertainment

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Boyertown Thu. Jul 4 2024

THE MEASURE: Whence Comes The American Spirit? “What then, is the American – this New Man?

On July 4, columnist Philip Repko ponders the current state of "We, the People."

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THE MEASURE: Whence Comes The American Spirit? “What then, is the American – this New Man?

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Boyertown Thu. Jul 4 2024

July 4, 1914: Gang of Pickpockets Thwarted But Released Before Arrest

Although the robbers were caught in action, they were let go before being reported to officials.

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July 4, 1914: Gang of Pickpockets Thwarted But Released Before Arrest

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Boyertown Wed. Jul 3 2024

The Wandering Mystic

BASH class of '95 alum, Megan Bartlett, shares ways to connect with the Divine in our ordinary lives.

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