In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 NEW EVENT CALENDAR

 🍎  Ciresi Announces $93K for Student Nutrition in Pottstown

 🐱 Adoptable Cats, Specialty Drinks, and Houseplants Coming to New Berks Café

 🏀 Curry’s Clutch Performance Secures Gold for U.S. in Olympic Finale

⚽️ U.S. Women's Soccer Wins Gold in Paris with 1-0 Victory Over Brazil

Ciresi Announces $93K for Student Nutrition in Pottstown

State Representative Joe Ciresi announced that nearly $93,000 in state funding has been awarded to five Pottstown School District schools, Barth Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, Pre-K Counts Annex Building, and Rupert Elementary School, to support the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. The funds will provide students with free fresh fruits and vegetables during the school day, promoting healthy eating habits and nutrition education.

The program targets schools with a high percentage of students eligible for free and reduced-price meals, ensuring greater access to nutritious snacks. The goal is to introduce children to a variety of fresh produce and encourage lifelong healthy choices.

Adoptable Cats, Specialty Drinks, and Houseplants Coming to New Berks Café

A new cat café and houseplant shop, Kitt's Café & Gandalf's Garden, is set to open this fall in Maidencreek Township, Berks County. The café, located at 8520 Allentown Pike, will offer a unique experience where customers can enjoy specialty drinks, snacks, and shop for houseplants while interacting with adoptable cats from local shelters.

Owned by Kimberly Pryor and her family, the 3,000-square-foot space will feature 10-20 cats available for adoption, as well as a menu of items like cookies, muffins, sandwiches, and a variety of teas and coffee drinks. The café will also sell a wide range of houseplants, including non-toxic varieties safe for cats, and cat grass, which is safe for pets to nibble on.

Kitt's Café & Gandalf's Garden is named after the family's two rescue cats, Kitt and Gandalf, who inspired the venture. The business aims to create a relaxing space where both cats and customers can enjoy a welcoming environment.

Curry’s Clutch Performance Secures Gold for U.S. in Olympic Finale

Stephen Curry led the U.S. Men's Basketball team to Olympic gold with a 24-point performance, securing a 98-87 victory over France in the 2024 Paris Games. Curry's clutch shooting, including four critical 3-pointers in the final minutes, ensured the U.S. claimed its fifth consecutive Olympic title and 17th overall. The win solidified Curry’s place in basketball history, adding Olympic gold to his impressive list of achievements.

Kevin Durant added 15 points, becoming the first male basketball player to win four Olympic gold medals, while LeBron James contributed 14 points in his fourth Olympic appearance. Despite a strong effort from France, led by Victor Wembanyama's 26 points, Curry's late-game heroics were too much to overcome. The victory marks a fitting end to U.S. coach Steve Kerr's Olympic tenure, with a final record of 21-3.

U.S. Women's Soccer Wins Gold in Paris with 1-0 Victory Over Brazil

The U.S. Women’s Soccer team won their fifth Olympic gold medal with a 1-0 victory over Brazil at the 2024 Paris Games. Mallory Swanson scored the decisive goal in the 57th minute, securing an undefeated run under new coach Emma Hayes. Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher preserved the lead with a crucial stoppage-time save.

This marks the U.S. team's first Olympic gold since 2012 and their third victory over Brazil in an Olympic final. For Brazil's Marta, likely in her last international tournament, it was another heartbreaking loss. The U.S. team's strong performance throughout the tournament was highlighted by the chemistry among its young players, particularly Swanson, Sophia Smith, and Trinity Rodman.

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