In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

🌤️ Pottstown PA Weather

 📅 Enormous List of Events This Week!

 😂 Comedian Josh Potter to Perform at SoulJoel's in Pottstown

 🚧 Lower Pottsgrove Awarded $310K Grant for Bridge Rehab

🏛️  Montco Commissioners Address Israel-Hamas Conflict

 📃 Job Fair Monday for Formerly Incarcerated in Reading

⚖️  Accused Schuylkill River Trail Shooter Seeks New Lawyer Ahead of December Trial

⚖️ Pottstown Man Pleads Not Guilty in Fatal Shooting

 ⚾️ Diamondbacks Win Over Phillies 2-1, Marte Shines with Walk-off Single

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Comedian Josh Potter to Perform at SoulJoel's in Pottstown

Pottstown, PA - Comedian Josh Potter is set to headline a show at SoulJoel's in Pottstown this Friday, October 20th. The show is scheduled to start at 7 PM, with doors opening at 6 PM.

Potter, known for his appearances on podcasts like "Your Mom's House" and "The Josh Potter Show," is performing as part of his current stand-up tour. Tickets for the event are $20 for general admission and $30 for VIP tickets.

The show is being held at SoulJoel's new comedy club located at 50 Sunnybrook Road in Pottstown. SoulJoel's opened earlier this year and has been hosting comedy shows on a regular basis, featuring both local talent and nationally touring comedians.

Josh Potter has been performing stand-up for over 15 years, getting his start in morning radio. He has toured and worked with high-profile comedians like Tom Segura, Christina P, Bert Kreischer and Mark Normand. His comedy podcast "The Josh Potter Show" has garnered a significant following among podcast listeners.

The Pottstown show marks one of Potter's first visits to the area. Tickets can be purchased online through the SoulJoel's website. The show is expected to draw fans of both stand-up comedy and comedy podcasts.

Upcoming Local Events 

OCTOBER 21st

• Josh Potter headlines SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook - 7:00 PM

• The Quentin Jones Rock and Roll Review - 8:00 PM

• Horses and Hayrides @ The Gilbertsville Farm - 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

• Fall Festival 2023 in East Coventry, North Coventry,

  Pottstown PA - 11 AM - 2 PM

• Food Truck & Farm Fun!! @ The Gilbertsville Farm - 11 AM - 5 PM

• The Crossroads GRAND OPENING PARKING LOT PARTY! - 11 AM - 4 PM

• SoulJoel's Inaugural OktoberFest at SunnyBrook - 2:00 PM EDT

• Boyertown Halloween Parade - 7 PM

• Halloween Birdsboro Farmers Market with Illusionist Matty Whipple - 9 AM - 1 PM

• The 14th Annual Red Corner Benefit dedicated to Cora Longo

  Red Corner Benefit - 12 PM

• Cheesetoberfest 2023 @ Pottstown Riverfront Park - 12 PM - 3 PM

• Haunts on High, 9th annual @ The Clock Tower - 12 PM - 4 PM

OCTOBER 22nd

• Food Truck & Farm Fun!! @ The Gilbertsville Farm - 11 AM - 6 PM

• St. Peters Village Fall Fest - 12 - 5 PM

• Liberty Calendar SAT Testing

  7:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Lower Pottsgrove Awarded $310K
Grant for Bridge Rehab

Lower Pottsgrove Township received over $310,000 in grant funding from Montgomery County's annual Transportation Program. The funds will go towards rehabilitating the North Adams Street bridge over Sprogels Run.

The work will include replacing the bridge's superstructure, sealing the abutments, and installing new beams, decking, and bridge slab. This project was one of three grants awarded in 2023, totaling over $1 million for transportation improvements across the county.

Lower Pottsgrove's bridge grant will allow critical repairs to aging infrastructure. The county program uses funds from a $5 vehicle registration fee to support local transportation projects. This latest grant continues Montgomery County's commitment to invest in roads, bridges, lighting, sidewalks, and more.

The North Adams Street bridge rehab underscores Lower Pottsgrove's focus on upgrading key transportation needs. Residents will benefit from improved safety and connectivity once the project is completed.

Montco Commissioners Address
Israel-Hamas Conflict

Norristown, PA - At a recent meeting, Montgomery County Commissioners commented on the ongoing violent conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Commission Chair Kenneth Lawrence affirmed Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas rocket attacks. However, he also prayed for innocent Palestinian civilians caught in the crossfire.

Vice Chair Jamila Winder condemned Hamas terrorism but lamented the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Both commissioners recognized the conflict's local impact on Jewish and Palestinian county residents worried for loved ones overseas.

Additionally, Lawrence and Winder denounced rising antisemitism and Islamophobia, calling out hate locally and nationwide.

They urged understanding, not rash judgements, regarding the complex Israel-Hamas crisis. The officials acknowledged no easy answers but stressed listening to all perspectives.

Job Fair Monday for Formerly Incarcerated in Reading

A job fair will be held in Reading on Monday, October 24 for those previously incarcerated or with criminal records.

The fair runs from 11am to 2pm at the WCR Center for the Arts. Numerous employers open to second chances will attend. Lunch and drinks will be provided free.

The event is organized by Building Justice in Berks. At noon they will hold a press conference on their "Walk With Us" partnership. It is a listening tour to gather input before building a new county prison.

The goal is to understand drivers of incarceration in Berks County. Then work to improve public safety and permanently lower the jail population.

TheRealDeal610, a group supporting citizens post-incarceration, is also partnering.

Accused Schuylkill River Trail Shooter Seeks New Lawyer Ahead of December Trial

Marquise Alexander Johnson, accused in the shooting death of Daquan Kennard Tucker on the Schuylkill River Trail, decided to part ways with his defense lawyer, Michael Anthony Walker, two months before his trial. Johnson expressed intentions to hire a new lawyer but has until October 27 to inform the court of his decision. If he doesn't, Judge William R. Carpenter may appoint one for him. The trial is scheduled for December 18.

Johnson and Cody Kavon Reed are charged with multiple counts, including first-, second-, and third-degree murder, in connection to Tucker's death during an alleged robbery on March 2, 2023. Both have pleaded not guilty and are currently held without bail. A conviction could lead to life imprisonment or a sentence of 20 to 40 years.

The investigation began when Tucker's body was found by a cyclist near the Schuylkill River Trail. He had multiple gunshot wounds. Surveillance footage and witness accounts placed Tucker with Reed and Johnson on the night of his death. Motive may be linked to a previous incident where a friend of Tucker's allegedly robbed Reed. Both Reed and Johnson have prior criminal histories, with Reed having a more extensive record.

Pottstown Man Pleads Not Guilty
in Fatal Shooting

Kevin Maurice Morgan of Pottstown pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the June 27th shooting death of Derek Mayo. The fatal shooting occurred during a child custody exchange with Mayo's girlfriend at Morgan's home.

An argument escalated and Morgan allegedly shot an unarmed Mayo. Police found 6 legally owned guns in Morgan's residence. He claimed self-defense.

Prosecutors won't seek the death penalty. If convicted, Morgan faces life imprisonment or up to 40 years for third-degree murder.

Morgan remains jailed without bail as he awaits trial in the Pottstown shooting case.

Diamondbacks Win Over Phillies 2-1, Marte Shines with Walk-off Single

In a pivotal match, the Arizona Diamondbacks secured a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL Championship Series.

Ketel Marte was the star player, delivering a walk-off single in the ninth inning. Rookie Brandon Pfaadt also shone, pitching 5 2/3 scoreless innings. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. tied the score for the Diamondbacks with an RBI double.

Despite Bryce Harper's efforts for the Phillies, they couldn't maintain their previous momentum. The teams are gearing up for Game 4, with the Phillies starting LHP Cristopher Sánchez and the D-backs countering with LHP Joe Mantiply.