Shopping

School supply lists seem to get longer each year, and when you have more than one child to shop for, it can really add up. So it’s no surprise that just about everyone is looking for ways to shop smarter. In the most recent Back-to-School Shopping Forecast survey from PriceGrabber, 95 percent of shoppers...
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With weather forecasting models offering uncertain outcomes for Christmas weekend, PennDOT is urging motorists to closely monitor forecasts and make smart decisions before deciding to travel. “Anyone with travel plans should be aware that there is the potential for a major winter storm that could have a significant impact on all or parts of...
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Three new leases have been signed at Upland Square in Pottstown, PA. Leasing efforts at Upland Square are spearheaded by Fameco principal Adam Kohler and senior sales associate Cathy Agnew. - AC Moore has signed a lease for 21,600 square feet and is expected to open in Spring 2011. - Hibachi Grill & Supreme...
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Raymour & Flanigan, the Northeast’s largest furniture retailer, opened the doors to its newest store in Collegeville, PA today. The store, located at 300-A Water Loop Drive, is the 95th location for the furniture retailer and the 18th location in the state of Pennsylvania. “We are excited to welcome the Collegeville community to our...
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The image to the left shows what Pottstown and surrounding would look like as of June 15, 2010 if it were centered on 19464. An explosion on the BP operated Deepwater Horizon oil rig killed eleven crew members on April 20, 2010, sparking the greatest environmental disaster in United States history. In combination with...
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The U.S. economy is showing signs of a turnaround, however the recession taught many Americans responsible spending habits that will stick with them years to come. Many families are implementing small everyday changes that will curb those small everyday costs that can really add up over time. Some of the best, simplest and most...
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The Montgomery County Commissioners announced their intention to award a $3 million grant for the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove. The money will go toward construction of a new art gallery and visitor/conservation center on the property as well as restoration of the artists first home in America. The National Audubon Society,...
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Have you ever visited the Website Craigslist?  Well local Entrepreneur, John Henning, has and there is something missing. The one thing he misses the most is a local site that offers similar services for the Pottstown, Pa area.  So he created a site called ePottstown.com where local users can post local classified ads for...
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A new FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics center is now open in Pottstown, under the ownership of area resident Bill Wellen. Located at 180 Shoemaker Road, the center provides a full range of sign and graphic solutions to area businesses, organizations and events, including banners, site and architectural signs, window and vehicle graphics, floor graphics,...
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“Quality custom remodeling” Cooke Carpentry & Construction, LLC is a comprehensive custom remodeling, building, and carpentry company.  We are able to effectively and efficiently manage your home improvement project, from start to finish, from the simplest home repair to the most custom home remodel. Combining superior customer service with an unparalleled construction process and...
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