Reading's 275th Anniversary Celebrated with Thrilling 138-Rider Bike Race

Reading celebrated its 275th anniversary with a 21-mile bike race on Skyline Drive, attracting 138 participants.

While many raced competitively, others enjoyed the experience and camaraderie. Connor Thompson emerged victorious in a close finish. The event had a festive atmosphere, featuring music and food. The race also served as a nod to Reading's bicycle manufacturing history, reminding attendees of the city's longstanding connection to cycling.

Community participation was robust, and proceeds from the event are expected to benefit several local causes.

Ludwig's Corner Horse Show & Country Fair 2023

Ludwig's Corner Show Grounds

We host an annual Chester County Tradition of Equestrian Competition over Labor Day Weekend, with Family Fun at Ludwig's Corner Horse Show & Country Fair 2023

A Labor Day Tradition for 80 years, come celebrate with Silkie’s Farm on Saturday and Sunday. The show continues on through Monday.

There is so much to see and enjoy at this event. We are located in the midway among many great vendors. We will have alpacas with us and plenty of alpaca merchandise to begin your holiday shopping.

Pottstown Regional Public Library has a New Mascot

Say hello to Pottstown Regional Public Library's new mascot, Paige the Octopus! Paige's eight tentacles represent the reach and variety of resources the library provides to every person in our community. Stop by and say hi to Paige, who is hanging out on our newest display!

Upcoming Local Events

• SoulJoel’s OPEN Mic inside Sunnybrook - AUGUST 29TH, 6PM

• Line Dancing at Sunnybrook Ballroom - w/ DJ Dan - AUGUST 29TH, 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

• Biergarten Bingo - Root Down Biergarten - AUGUST 30TH, 6 PM – 8 PM

• Wacky Wednesday Cash Bingo - AUGUST 30TH, 6:30 - 9:30 PM

• Farewell to Summer: Luau Bingo at SoulJoel's for $2,550 Cash - AUGUST 30TH - 7 PM – 9 PM

• Norah Jean Schweitzer liver Comedy Fundraiser at SoulJoel’s - AUGUST 31ST, 7 PM

• Trivia Thursdays at Gatsby's Pub - AUGUST 31ST, 7 PM – 9 PM

• Trivia Night at Iron Gate Biergarten - AUGUST 31ST, 7 PM – 9 PM

• Gianmarco Soresi debuts at SoulJoel’s INSIDE Sunnybrook - SEPTEMBER 1ST, 7PM

• Friday Night Cash Bingo - SEPTEMBER 1ST, 7 PM – 10:15 PM

• MR. NICE GUY / FREE OUTDOOR SHOW AT RIVET COURTYARD BAR! - SEPTEMBER 1ST, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

• The Ty Faherty Band at Rivet! / FREE Outdoor Show on High Street - SEPTEMBER 2ND, 3PM

• Disney Junior Live On Tour Costume Palooza - SEPTEMBER 2ND, 3PM

• Alan Massenburg headlines inside at SoulJoel’s - SEPTEMBER 2ND, 6PM

• Ludwig's Corner Horse Show & Country Fair 2023 - SEPTEMBER 3RD, 12 PM – 4 PM

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PHILLIES

Phillies Dominate Cardinals in 3-0 Victory, Completing Series Sweep

In a commanding performance, Aaron Nola gave up just one hit and struck out nine across seven innings, helping the Philadelphia Phillies, the NL wild-card leaders, to seal a 3-0 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday, achieving a three-game sweep.

Johan Rojas showcased his form with three hits, including a double, while Bryce Harper contributed with an RBI single. This impressive victory comes after the Phillies, the defending NL champions, outperformed the Cardinals with a score difference of 22-3 throughout the series.

Phillies manager Rob Thomson praised his team, noting, “We delivered offensively throughout the series, backed by solid defense and remarkable pitching."

The final innings saw José Alvarado maintain the momentum with a scoreless eighth, while Craig Kimbrel ensured the two-hit shutout, recording his 20th save in 22 attempts with a scoreless ninth.

Expressing confidence in the team's momentum, Kyle Schwarber said, "We're peaking at the right time. We need to maintain this momentum."

The Cardinals, on the other hand, are experiencing a tough phase, losing nine of their last 11 games. This was their 11th shutout, while the Phillies registered their fourth shutout this season.

Nola (12-8) showcased his prowess post Tommy Edman's opening double, setting down 21 of the subsequent 22 players. Reflecting on Edman's at-bat, Nola said, “I realized the need to focus. My initial pitches lacked competitiveness.”

Gorman's walk during the fifth inning was the sole hiccup over that period. St. Louis' subsequent hit was Paul Goldschmidt's double against Kimbrel.

Thomson lauded Nola, emphasizing his ability to unsettle the opposition.

Nola, among the top in the NL for strikeouts and innings pitched, enhanced his season figures to 174 strikeouts in 167⅓ innings. Remarkably, in 27 starts, he's kept the opposition from hitting a home run five times.

Schwarber's 436-foot homer right at the game's commencement off Drew Rom (0-2) marked his 36th this season. In 2022, Schwarber had led the NL with 46 home runs.

The Phillies strengthened their lead with Trea Turner’s sacrifice fly in the fifth, scoring Rojas. Harper’s single in the seventh solidified their three-run lead.

Nola acknowledged the team's robust performance, saying, "We've been fiercely attacking the baseball."

On the Cardinals' side, Rom, who joined from Baltimore earlier this month, allowed two runs from five hits over 5⅓ innings. Despite striking out six and walking one, the young lefty has had a challenging start. Recollecting his debut, where he conceded six runs in less than four innings, Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol said, "He showcased better control this time. This was a noticeable improvement."

READING FIGHTIN PHILS

Fightin Phils Clinch Series with 2-0 Victory Over Harrisburg; Homestand Begins Tuesday

David Parkinson gave a stellar performance by restricting Harrisburg to just two singles, leading the Fightin Phils to a 2-0 win in Sunday's final series game at FNB Field.

Both of Reading's runs were clinched in the third inning: Oliver Dunn delivered an RBI triple to bring Carlos De La Cruz home, and subsequently, Dunn scored courtesy of an RBI single by Jhailyn Ortiz.

Following this triumph, the Fightin Phils clinched 4 out of the 6 games in the series. They're set to kick off a 12-game stretch at FirstEnergy Stadium on Tuesday.

EAGLES

Philadelphia Eagles Trim Roster: 19 Players Released Ahead of NFL Deadline

The Philadelphia Eagles are making moves ahead of the NFL's upcoming Tuesday deadline, where teams must finalize their 53-player rosters. As per multiple league insiders, the Eagles have released the following 19 players within the past day:

- G Josh Andrews

- TE Dan Arnold

- DE Quinton Bell

- QB Ian Book

- RB Kennedy Brooks

- WR Deon Cain

- DT Robert Cooper

- WR Jadon Haselwood

- TE Tyree Jackson

- OT Dennis Kelly

- WR Johnny King

- LB Tyreek Maddox-Williams

- OL Tyrese Robinson

- DT Olive Sagapolu

- LB Caleb Saunders

- WR Freddie Swain

- C Cameron Tom

- OT Brett Toth

- DT Marvin Wilson

While most of the roster decisions were anticipated, the notable departure of QB Ian Book hints that the team is likely positioning rookie Tanner McKee, a 6th-round selection from Stanford, to be one of the reserve quarterbacks behind Jalen Hurts.

Pottstown Senior High School Football Schedule

Varsity Football

Pottstown Senior High School takes on Interboro Senior High School this week.

• Thursday - August 31st at 7:00 PM vs Interboro Senior HS (AWAY) Interboro Senior High School

  16Th & Amosland Road Prospect Park, PA 19076

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