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🌱 Patch AM: Montgomery County Permanently Preserves 200th Farm

And check out GOOD TIDINGS: Winter Concert in Hill School Chapel on the Pottstown Patch calendar

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Coffee in hand, Pottstown? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Century-old Lower Pottsgrove tree farm permanently preserved as working land
  • Meet the new police academy graduate representing Pottstown
  • Which Pottstown restaurants were just inspected by county health officials?

Also on today's calendar: GOOD TIDINGS: Winter Concert in Hill School Chapel and 8 more events.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Freezing fog in the morning, with a high of 43 and low of 37 degrees.
  • Friday: Windy; morning rain, temps: high: 57, low: 24.
  • Saturday: Some sun, then clouds; colder, with a high of 37 and low of 30 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Montgomery County Permanently Preserves 200th Farm (patch.com) — Residents near Pottstown may be interested to know that Sitko Tree Farm in Lower Pottsgrove Township has become Montgomery County’s 200th permanently preserved farm, ensuring it remains agricultural land forever. The century-old, family-run Christmas tree farm will benefit from county financial support and tax advantages, while the broader program protects local heritage, the environment, and the regional farm economy.
   

2. Montgomery County Community College police academy celebrates 37 graduates (pottsmerc.com subscription) — A Pottstown resident, Taylor R. McKee, is among 37 cadets graduating from Montgomery County Community College’s Municipal Police Academy, moving closer to serving local communities. The rigorous program includes 919 training hours, numerous exams, and several awards recognizing leadership, fitness, and development. Many graduates go on to police roles across Montgomery County and the region.
   

3. Montgomery County food safety inspections found bees trapped behind bathroom light (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Montgomery County health inspectors recently checked numerous food businesses, including several in Pottstown on Farmington Avenue and High Street, during the week of Dec. 7–13. The report lists locations, inspection dates, and reminds residents that these visits are snapshots, with many issues fixed immediately. Locals can search the county database or file complaints directly with the health department.
   

4. Mercury Roundup (Dec. 16): Freshmen shine as Lewis, Finney help Spring-Ford overcome OJR's Thompson in 20-point win (pottsmerc.com subscription) — Pottstown High School teams had a busy night, with the girls’ basketball squad falling 46–37 to Pope John Paul II and the boys dropping a key PAC Frontier matchup 72–55 at Phoenixville despite 23 points from Yahsir Wood. The Trojans’ wrestlers also saw action against Church Farm School, with several individual wins highlighting the dual. Area rivals like Spring-Ford, Pottsgrove, and others posted notable basketball and swimming results.
   

5. Schwenkfelder Virtual Series Experts to Talk About Textiles (travelswiththepost.com) — Residents interested in arts and history can join a Jan. 31 virtual textile symposium hosted by the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, which also promotes the Pottstown Arts and Cultural Alliance Facebook group. The online talks explore patriotism, fashion, and flag-making, with optional mini-lectures and tea-themed extras. Registration is required, and sessions can be purchased individually or as a package.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday December 18
  • Varsity Caroling at Elementary Schools
    Owen J Roberts School District , 901 Ridge Rd , Pottstown
    8:00 am
    • Friday December 19
  • Board of Supervisors Meeting
    North Coventry Township , 845 S Hanover St , Pottstown
    8:30 am
  • Gunnar Teel
    Hidden River Brewing Company , 1808 Schuylkill Road , PA-724 , Douglassville
    5:30 pm
  • Honest 2 Betsy
    SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook , 50 Sunnybrook Rd , Pottstown
    7:00 pm

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  • This Saturday, December 20th from 11 to 4 PM join us as we celebrate the holiday season with 80 local artists, makers and crafters inside the SunnyBrook ballroom.
    Free parking, free admission as well as food and drinks available on site. (Nextdoor North Coventry Township)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
    FOUND on December 16, 2025 in New Hanover Township, PA 19525 near Romig rd Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Central Pottstown)
  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Pottstown. Apply here.
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Stocker in Pottstown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pottstown here.

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