In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

 📅 Pottstown Area Events

 🏥 Main Line Health Proposes Major New Hospital in Upper Providence

👊🏼 TriCounty Area Chamber REACH Event Focuses on Building Meaningful Connections

 😂 Viral Comedy Star Lewis Belt Making SoulJoel’s Debut in Pottstown

 June 11th

• Best of The Burbs Semi-Finals - 6:00pm & 8:00pm

• SoulJoel’s Unplugged w/ Ian Althouse - 6:30pm

• Ben Folds with special guest Lindsey Kraft - 7:00pm

 June 12th

• Elmo's Got The Moves - 5:00pm

• 80’s vs 90’s Dance Party - 6:30pm

• Comedian Lewis Belt debut at SoulJoel’s - 7:00pm & 9:00pm

 June 13th

• Candice Guardino’s Italian Bred - 7:30pm

• Late Night Laughs w/ Jay Yoder - 8:00pm

 June 14th

• Pennsylvania Benjamins vs. Zurich Ibexx - IAL Football - 2:30pm

• Mojo Hotel @ Sly Fox Tastin' Room - 4:00pm - 7:00pm

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Main Line Health Proposes Major

New Hospital in Upper Providence

A major healthcare expansion could be coming to Upper Providence Township as Main Line Health has unveiled plans for a new hospital campus along Arcola Road (Route 29), directly across from Providence Town Center.

The proposal calls for the construction of a 500,000-square-foot, five-story hospital featuring 108 patient beds on a vacant 42-acre property. The project would significantly expand Main Line Health’s presence in the area, complementing its existing medical campus nearby.

Future phases of the development could include two additional four-story medical office buildings, totaling approximately 140,000 square feet of office and healthcare space.

Plans also include:

• 🏥 A five-story hospital with 108 beds

• 🚗 Approximately 800 surface parking spaces

• 🅿️ Two parking garages

• 🚦 A new signalized entrance at Arcola Road and Providence Town Center

• 🚑 Emergency-only access from Mennonite Road

• 🌳 Extensive landscaping along residential property boundaries

During the June 3 Planning Commission meeting, concerns were raised about potential traffic impacts on Route 29 and the heavily traveled Route 422 corridor. However, the proposal was introduced without significant opposition.

Developers said environmental features in the northwestern portion of the property, including wetlands, floodplain areas and tributaries connected to Perkiomen Creek, would be preserved as part of the project.

The proposal remains in the review process, with additional discussion and public hearings expected at future Upper Providence Township Planning Commission meetings.

TriCounty Area Chamber REACH Event

Focuses on Building Meaningful Connections

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Building professional relationships and fostering meaningful connections took center stage at the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce’s REACH Luncheon, which brought together women from across the TriCounty region for an afternoon of networking and personal development.

Held at the TCACC Office, the event focused on the theme “(Net)work Smarter, Not Harder” and featured interactive discussions and activities designed to help participants strengthen communication skills, build confidence and develop authentic professional connections.

The program was led by Mihika Patel of 1 Mighty Mama, who guided attendees through conversations and exercises centered on effective networking and relationship-building.

Organizers said the event created an energetic and welcoming atmosphere as participants met new people, shared experiences and expanded their professional networks.

The Chamber also recognized several organizations and individuals who contributed to the event’s success, including:

• Global Prism HR, luncheon sponsor

• Philadelphia Premium Outlets, which provided tables, chairs and giveaway items

• Joe Rusiewicz, Executive Director of the Foundation for Pottstown Education

Rusiewicz shared information about the Gene Whistler Women’s Sports Fund, the featured REACH mission for the luncheon. The fund supports opportunities for young female athletes throughout the community.

The Chamber thanked attendees for their participation and encouraged women to continue building connections through future REACH events, including the upcoming REACH Conference on September 2.

Viral Comedy Star Lewis Belt

Making SoulJoel’s Debut in Pottstown

SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook is welcoming nationally touring comedian Lewis Belt for his first-ever performances in Pottstown on Friday, June 12.

The rising West Coast comedian will take the stage for two shows at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., bringing his high-energy style and viral comedy to local audiences.

Known for his popular alter ego Sonniebo, Belt has built a large following through stand-up performances, online comedy sketches and social media content that celebrate Oakland and Bay Area culture. His videos have generated millions of views, helping establish him as one of the fastest-rising young comedians on the West Coast.

Belt's comedy career has included appearances on MTV’s Are You The One?, Peacock’s So Dumb It’s Criminal with Snoop Dogg, and the 2023 film House Party, produced by LeBron James’ SpringHill Company. He has also released several successful comedy specials, including On Mommas, which surpassed 100,000 views in its first month on YouTube, and Raised By OG’s Not IG, which has accumulated more than 500,000 views.

In addition to his stand-up career, Belt recently launched a monthly residency at Wiseguys Comedy Club in Las Vegas and has appeared at major entertainment and sports events, including a Jordan Brand All-Star Weekend showcase.

Event Details:

📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
🕖 Showtimes: 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
📍 SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook
50 Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown

🎟️ General Admission: $20
⭐ Preferred Seating: $20

Guests can enjoy food from Gatsby’s Pub, a full bar and free parking. Doors open 30 minutes before each show.

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