Pottstown Man Faces June Court Hearing in Child Exploitation Case

Issue #390 | June 9th, 2026 | Pottstown man faces child exploitation hearing, MCCC hosts health sciences open house & Best of The Burbs comedy continues. ⚖️🏫😂

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In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

 📅 Pottstown Area Events

⚖️ Pottstown Man Faces June Court Hearing in Child Exploitation Case

 🏫 MCCC Hosting Health Sciences Open House on July 8

 😂 Best of The Burbs Comedy Contest Continues at SoulJoel’s

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Pottstown Man Faces June Court Hearing

in Child Exploitation Case

A Pottstown man is scheduled to appear in court later this month after being charged with more than 100 felony counts related to the production and possession of child sexual abuse material, according to the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office.

Adam Benjamin Arena, 46, is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on June 22 in Fayette County Court.

Investigators allege that while living in Brownsville, Fayette County, Arena secretly installed multiple hidden cameras inside a child's home, primarily in bathroom and shower areas. Authorities said one of the concealed devices was hidden inside a shampoo bottle and was ultimately discovered by the child.

According to prosecutors, a subsequent investigation uncovered numerous videos and images allegedly recorded through the hidden cameras. Investigators also reported finding footage that allegedly showed Arena placing and retrieving the devices.

Arena later relocated to Pottstown, according to the Attorney General’s Office.

He was arrested and arraigned in May and remains in custody at the Fayette County Prison after being denied bail. Court records cited concerns including flight risk and other factors in the decision.

The case remains under investigation and will proceed through the court system.

MCCC Hosting Health Sciences

Open House on July 8

Students considering a career in healthcare will have the opportunity to explore educational pathways during Montgomery County Community College’s Health Sciences Open House on Wednesday, July 8.

The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Health Sciences Center on MCCC’s Blue Bell Campus and is designed to give prospective students a firsthand look at the college’s healthcare programs and facilities.

Attendees will be able to:

  • 🩺 Tour health sciences laboratories and learning spaces

  • 👩‍🏫 Meet faculty members and program representatives

  • 📚 Learn about flexible degree and certificate options

  • 💰 Explore financial aid and college funding opportunities

  • 🎓 Discover career pathways in high-demand healthcare fields

Programs highlighted during the event include:

  • Nursing

  • Radiography

  • Dental Hygiene

  • Exercise Science

  • And additional health sciences disciplines

College officials say the open house is an excellent opportunity for students and career changers alike to learn more about healthcare professions and the training available through MCCC.

Registration is available online through the college’s admissions events webpage.

Best of The Burbs Comedy

Contest Continues at SoulJoel’s

The competition to crown the “Funniest Person of the Philly Burbs” continues as Best of The Burbs – 3rd Annual returns to SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook on June 11 with two rounds of comedy performances.

Hosted by defending champion Brendan Smith, the event is part of an ongoing series that showcases regional stand-up talent competing for a spot in the championship round.

Audience members will once again help decide who advances, voting for the top four comedians to move on to the Best of The Burbs Finals on June 25.

Event Details:

📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026
🕕 Showtimes: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
📍 SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook
50 Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown

Guests can enjoy:

  • 🍻 Full bar service

  • 🍔 Food from Gatsby’s Pub

  • 🚗 Free parking

Organizers note that all tickets must be purchased directly through SoulJoel’s, and all sales are final.

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