In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

 📆  NEW EVENT CALENDAR

 🤖  Workshop Notice: AI Made Easy For Local Businesses to be held at Diamond Credit Union in Pottstown TODAY

 🎸 Summer Night Concert: Jazz, Funk, and Rock at Rivet

⚖️ Former East Coventry Resident Sentenced for Sexual Offenses in Limerick

 🎡 Berks County Fair Celebrates 170 Years of Tradition

⚾️ Phillies Secure 60th Win as Strahm Strikes Out Ohtani

⚽️ U.S. Men's Soccer Coach Berhalter Dismissed Post-Copa America

Workshop Notice:
‘AI Made Easy For Local Businesses’

to be held at Diamond Credit Union TODAY

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Whether you're a consultant, local marketer, agency owner, or a local business with a digital presence, this workshop is designed to demonstrate the practical and pragmatic uses of custom AI chatbots for local businesses.

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✅ Ease of Use: How our 'Copy & Paste Easy' AI Chatbot Builder can be seamlessly integrated into your business.

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This event will be held at Diamond Credit Union in Pottstown PA - 1600 Medical Dr, Pottstown, PA 19464

Summer Night Concert: Jazz, Funk, and Rock at Rivet

Rivet: Canteen & Assembly is hosting an exciting outdoor concert on Friday, July 26th, featuring two fantastic bands that blend jazz, funk, and rock and roll. The event promises a memorable summer night with performances by High Street and The Uptown Band.

High Street, known as Pottstown's premier rock and roll band, will deliver original tunes along with covers of classic hits by Buddy Holly, Little Richard, Eddie Cochran, and Billy Haley. Their energetic performance is sure to get the crowd moving.

Joining them is The Uptown Band, which brings a groovy fusion of jazz, pop, rock, funk, and R&B. Their dynamic style and vibrant sound will complement the rock and roll vibe of High Street, making for an eclectic musical experience.

Gates for the concert will open at 6:00 PM. Tickets are currently on sale with a discount available through Eventbrite. It's important to note that advance tickets are non-transferable and must be purchased through the Eventbrite platform.

Former East Coventry Resident Sentenced for Sexual Offenses in Limerick

A former East Coventry Township resident, Johnny Ray Lindsay Sr., has been sentenced to 3 to 23 months in Montgomery County Jail after pleading guilty to charges of corruption of a minor and indecent assault. The charges stem from an incident in February 2023 involving an underage girl in Limerick Township. Lindsay, 64, who now resides in Oxford, Chester County, will begin his jail term on July 24, as ordered by Judge Thomas C. Branca.

In addition to the jail sentence, Lindsay will serve two years of probation following his release, resulting in four years of court supervision. He is also required to report his address to state police for 25 years under Pennsylvania’s Sexual Offender Registration and Notification Act. The court has prohibited Lindsay from contacting the victim or any minors and mandated compliance with treatment recommendations from psychosexual and risk assessments.

The investigation began on February 21, 2023, when the mother of the 13-year-old victim reported the assault to the police. According to the criminal complaint, the incident occurred at the Park Towne Plaza Shopping Center in Royersford.

Lindsay voluntarily approached Limerick Police on February 22, admitting to the indecent contact and expressing remorse. He claimed the incident was spontaneous and that he felt relief after confessing to the detectives.

Berks County Fair Celebrates 170 Years of Tradition

The Berks County Fair in Bern Township, Pennsylvania, is celebrating a significant milestone this year, marking 170 years of tradition. As the oldest fair in Berks County and the second oldest in Pennsylvania, it holds a special place in the community.

The fair features a variety of traditional agricultural exhibits, farm-fresh produce, and Pennsylvania Dutch cooking. Alongside these attractions, attendees can enjoy amusement rides, a fun house, games, and activities suitable for all ages.

This Saturday, the fair will introduce two new events: an antique tractor parade and agricultural games. These activities will include obstacle courses where participants can drive tractors and vehicles, adding to the fair's celebration of agriculture.

The fair will continue through Saturday at the Hilltop Road fairgrounds, with free admission and $5 parking.

Phillies Secure 60th Win as Strahm Strikes Out Ohtani

Philadelphia Phillies reliever Matt Strahm played a pivotal role in the team's 60th win of the season by striking out Los Angeles Dodgers DH Shohei Ohtani in a crucial moment. The two will be teammates on the National League All-Star team next week, but on Wednesday, Strahm got the best of the two-time American League MVP.

Strahm entered the game in the top of the seventh inning with runners on the corners and one out, facing the formidable Ohtani. Despite the high stakes, Strahm delivered a series of impressive pitches, culminating in a strikeout with a slider in the dirt. He then retired Teoscar Hernández with a fly out to end the inning, preserving the Phillies' two-run lead.

The game had several highlights, including Kyle Schwarber's leadoff home run, marking his 600th career RBI and his 39th career leadoff home run. Whit Merrifield contributed with a swinging bunt that scored Brandon Marsh, and Bryson Stott made a notable diving stop in the fourth inning, though it wasn't enough to prevent a Dodgers run.

Ohtani managed to tie the game in the fifth inning with a single off Cristopher Sánchez, but the Phillies regained the lead in the bottom of the inning due to a fielding error by Dodgers rookie Andy Pages and a grounder by Trea Turner. Stott further extended the lead by beating out a grounder to second base.

Injury updates included Bryce Harper, who missed the game due to a bruised hand, and Zack Wheeler, whose MRI showed no structural damage to his lower left back, though his status for his next start is uncertain.

Final Score: Phillies - 4 Dodgers - 3

U.S. Men's Soccer Coach Berhalter Dismissed Post-Copa America

Gregg Berhalter has been dismissed as the U.S. men's soccer coach following the team's early exit from the Copa America, raising doubts about his suitability for the 2026 World Cup. An official announcement from the U.S. Soccer Federation is expected soon. Berhalter, who was rehired 10 months ago with the ambitious goal of transforming soccer in America, concluded his second term with a record of 7 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw. His overall record stands at 44 wins, 17 losses, and 13 draws.

Sporting director Matt Crocker, who rehired Berhalter, will also recommend his replacement. Speculated candidates include Jürgen Klopp, Thierry Henry, Marcelo Bielsa, Jesse Marsch, Hugo Pérez, Pellegrino Matarazzo, David Wagner, Steve Cherundolo, Jim Curtain, Massimiliano Allegri, and Mauricio Pochettino. Salary considerations could influence the decision, especially with the recent hiring of women's coach Emma Hayes.

With the 2026 World Cup approaching, the U.S. team faces a crucial period of preparation. Competitive matches with the full player pool are expected primarily in the CONCACAF Nations League. Berhalter, the first American to coach the national team after playing for it, led the U.S. to several CONCACAF titles but faced criticism for his performance against stronger international teams and issues of player discipline.

Previous U.S. coaches have also struggled in their second cycles. Bruce Arena, Bob Bradley, and Jurgen Klinsmann all had mixed results in their subsequent terms, with none advancing far in the World Cup. The incoming coach will inherit a talented roster, including Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Tyler Adams, but faces challenges with goalkeepers and some players' lack of playing time in top-tier clubs.

Pottstown Local Scoop Launches
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