In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

📆NEW EVENT CALENDAR

🔌 Power Outages Persist in Chester County Following Fierce Storms

🏠 Beacon of Hope Secures Site for 45-Bed Homeless Shelter in Pottstown

🚘 Eastwood Summer Classic Returns with Cars, Demos, and Deals

⚾️ 21st Annual Morning Game: Brunch and Baseball with the Reading Fightin Phils

🏀Pat Williams, Architect of Sixers' Glory Days, Dies at 84

Power Outages Persist in Chester County Following Fierce Storms

In East Fallowfield Township, Pennsylvania, thousands of PECO customers remain without power following a severe storm earlier this week. The storm, with winds over 55 mph and heavy rain, initially left 130,000 people without power on Tuesday night. As of now, about 20,000 in Chester County are still waiting for restoration.

PECO is dealing with extensive tree and infrastructure damage. Nearly 400 out-of-state workers have joined PECO crews to expedite repairs. Cleanup efforts are ongoing, with workers clearing debris from historical buildings in Coatesville.

PECO aims to restore power to most customers by Friday night, providing much-needed relief to those still in the dark.

Beacon of Hope Secures Site for 45-Bed Homeless Shelter in Pottstown

Pottstown Beacon of Hope has secured a 2.3-acre site at Glasgow and East High Streets for a 45-bed homeless shelter, finalizing the $270,000 purchase on July 2 after two years of legal issues.

The shelter, set to open in fall 2026, will offer medical care, counseling, and plans for permanent housing. One more winter of operating the warming center across five church locations is necessary, which requires a large volunteer pool and additional employees.

Despite the new shelter, Pottstown still faces a significant homeless crisis, with approximately 120 unhoused individuals and rising evictions. The project is funded by $1.3 million from the American Rescue Plan Act, but additional fundraising is needed due to rising costs.

Eastwood Summer Classic Returns with Cars, Demos, and Deals

The Eastwood Summer Classic is happening on Saturday, July 20, at 263 Shoemaker Rd, Pottstown, PA 19464. The event runs from 8 AM to 2 PM, rain or shine, with judging from 10 AM to noon and awards at 1 PM.

The event features DIY tool demonstrations in the Eastwood Garage, vendor meet-and-greets, live product demos, and exclusive show deals. Attendees can explore the Eastwood R&D team's workspace and enjoy raffles, prizes, a DJ, music, food, and drinks. Awards will be given in various categories, including Best Custom Rod, Best Truck, and Best of Show (People’s Choice).

Vendors such as Dynabrade, Evans Coolant, FiTech, and Griot's Garage will be present, offering exclusive deals on products like Titan Lifts and MetalPro equipment.

The DIY demo schedule includes bead rolling techniques by Sean Rose at 9 AM, paint correction by Kevin Rhude at 10 AM, metal shaping with an English wheel by Ryan Krause at 11 AM, and advanced bead rolling techniques by Jamey Jordan at 12 PM.

Food vendors include Sinfully Delicious, Pottstown-Stowe Lion’s Club, Hillbilly BBQ, and Mister Softee.

21st Annual Morning Game: Brunch and Baseball with the Reading Fightin Phils

Baseball fans are in for a treat as the Reading Fightin Phils announce their 21st Annual Morning Game, set to take place on Tuesday, July 30th, with the first pitch at 11 AM.

This unique event, presented by Classic Harley-Davidson, offers an exciting combination of baseball, brunch, and beverages. Fans 21 years of age and older can enjoy the R-Phils Tasting Festivals, where they will have the opportunity to sample a variety of beers, wines, and seltzers while watching the game.

Event Highlights:

• Tickets: Fans can purchase their tickets online. Each ticket includes access to both the beer sampling and the All-You-Can-Eat buffet.

• Beer Sampling: The two-hour beer sampling session starts one hour before the game, giving attendees ample time to taste a selection of beverages from a range of local and well-known breweries.

• All-You-Can-Eat Buffet: The buffet runs for 2.5 hours, ensuring that fans are well-fed while enjoying the morning game.

Pat Williams, Architect of Sixers' Glory Days, Dies at 84

Pat Williams, the visionary behind the Philadelphia 76ers' most successful era, passed away on Wednesday at age 84. Williams, who served as the Sixers' GM from 1974 to 1986, was instrumental in acquiring Julius Erving in 1976, a move that transformed the team into a championship contender. His leadership culminated in the 1982-83 championship season with the addition of Moses Malone.

Williams was known for his promotional skills, turning NBA games into spectacles, and authored over 100 books. Even while battling multiple myeloma, he continued to inspire with his motto, “The Mission is Remission.” Williams is survived by his extensive family, including 18 children, and leaves a lasting legacy in the sports world.

Pottstown Local Scoop Launches
New Community Event Calendar

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