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Pottstown Fire, Robbery, Vaccine Limits & Comedy Debut
Issue #313

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In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…
📆 Pottstown Area Events
☀️ Pottstown PA Weather
🔥 Teen's Fireworks Spark Blaze That Damaged Pottstown Homes
👮 Robbery in Pottstown Leaves One Injured as Police Arrest Armed Suspect
💉 FDA Restricts COVID-19 Vaccine Access to High-Risk Groups
😂 Stand-Up Star Mike Paramore Set for Debut in Pottstown
📱 Introducing the Pottstown Local Mobile Wallet Pass
Pottstown Area Events
August 28th
To Love a Canine Rescue Comedy Fundraiser @ SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Comedian Mike Paramore debuts at SoulJoel’s - 7 - 9 PM
August 29th
Line Dancing Workshop w/ DJ Dan & Delco Line Dancing Worksop @ SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook 2-4 PM
Live At Big Phil’s: Pandoras Boxx - 7-10 PM
Farewell to Summer Party w/ The Yacht Kingz @ SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook - 7-9 PM
Line Dancing Workshop w/ DJ Dan & Delco Line Dancing OPEN DANCE @ SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook 7-11 PM
August 30th
CubingUSA Mid-Atlantic Championship 2025 at Philly Expo Center - 7:30 AM
Shark Sandwich @ The Alley on High Street - 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Live At Big Phil’s: Burn - 7 - 10 PM



Teen's Fireworks Spark Blaze That
Damaged Pottstown Homes

A fire that severely damaged two homes in Pottstown in June has been traced back to a teenage boy who ignited fireworks at the rear of the property. The blaze caused $100,000 in damages. State fire officials confirmed the cause and continue to handle the case through juvenile channels.
Robbery in Pottstown Leaves One Injured
as Police Arrest Armed Suspect
A Pottstown man was arrested following a robbery that led to a non-fatal shooting in the Rosedale section of the borough. Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert and found a man shot in the legs. The suspect, Michael Alexander, was later apprehended after fleeing through neighborhood yards. A stolen firearm was recovered, and multiple charges have been filed against Alexander.
FDA Restricts COVID-19 Vaccine Access
to High-Risk Groups

Federal regulators have approved new COVID-19 vaccines but have significantly narrowed eligibility, limiting access to high-risk individuals and removing Pfizer’s shot for children under five. The updated vaccines target a newer virus strain, but logistical challenges and cost barriers could complicate distribution. The policy shift, driven by the current administration’s reevaluation of broad vaccination strategies, reflects a more restrictive national stance on COVID-19 prevention.
Stand-Up Star Mike Paramore Set
for Debut in Pottstown

Nationally recognized comedian Mike Paramore is set to bring his signature blend of high-energy, observational humor to SoulJoel’s Comedy Club on Thursday, August 28. The performance marks Paramore’s debut at the Pottstown venue, located at 50 Sunnybrook Road.
The event will begin with doors opening at 6 p.m., followed by the show at 7 p.m. Seating is general admission at $20, with an option for preferred seating—comprising the 50 closest seats to the stage—priced at $30. Tickets Available Here.
Guests can enjoy food before and after the show inside Gatsby’s Pub, the on-site restaurant, and drinks will be available throughout the evening. Organizers have stated that all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
Paramore, known for his magnetic stage presence and relatable storytelling, has built a national following through appearances on SiriusXM Radio and Amazon Prime, along with multiple comedy specials for DryBar Comedy. His credits include performances on AXTV’s Live at Gotham and FOX’s Laughs, as well as wins at prestigious competitions such as the Laughing Devil Festival in New York and Laugh Fest’s Best in the Midwest.
A finalist in the World Series of Comedy and winner of numerous regional festivals, Paramore is widely regarded for his smooth delivery and punchy wit, with a comedic style that disarms and engages in equal measure.
Pottstown Local Mobile Wallet Pass
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