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Royals named finalist for ECHL’s Most Creative Revenue Generation of the Year award
The ECHL announced Wednesday that the Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, were named a finalist for the league’s Most Creative Revenue Generation of the Year award. The Reading Royals Youth Hockey Association presented by Vision’s Federal Credit Union is to thank for this nomination. The RRYHA started in 2020 with the intentions of improving youth hockey participation and growing the game throughout Berks County and surrounding areas. It thrived in a difficult scenario during the
Royals sign former ECAC champion Jackson Cressey to contract
The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, announced the signing of 25-year-old forward Jackson Cressey to an ECHL standard player contract. This is Cressey’s second professional contract signed in North America.The West Vancouver, British Columbia native signed with the Royals before the 2020-21 season and his rights were retained by the team after the ECHL’s North Division bowed out of the shortened campaign. He travelled to Sweden to play for Tyringe SoSS in HockeyEttan, the third
The Kids-N-Hope Foundation and Riders for a Cause Host the 1,200 Spokes for Hope Tour, Bike-A-Thon
PHILADELPHIA– August 3, 2021 – The Kids-N-Hope Foundation (“The Foundation”) and Riders For A Cause present the first 1,200 Spokes for Hope Tour, Bike-A-Thon that will take place Sunday, August 15 through Saturday, August 21. The 7-day virtual event will end with an In-Person Ride and Celebration on Sunday, August 22 at the Capital Health Medical Center- Hopewell in Pennington, NJ starting at 8:00 a.m. All proceeds for the event will benefit the Kids-N-Hope Foundation and Riders For A Cause.Participants can
McDonald's Shoemaker Road Grand Opening Celebrations!
Rudolph The Musical Set to Return to Reading this Holiday!
READING, PA (August 2, 2021) – The beloved TV classic RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER soars off the screen and onto the stage at the Santander Performing Arts Center this holiday season on December 2. Come see all of your favorite characters from the special including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph, as they come to life in RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL. Tickets go on-sale Friday, August 6 at 10AM online
Building a Better Boyertown Presents Oktoberfest & VIP Oktoberfest Tasting
Thursday, September 16th, 2021 ● 5:00-8:00pmFriday, September 17th, 2021 ● 5:00-9:00pm Saturday, September 18th, 2021 ● 11:00am-9:00pm Building a Better Boyertown (BaBB) is thrilled to announce its 14th Annual Oktoberfest which will take place in Boyertown on Friday, September 17th from 5:00-9:00pm and Saturday, September 18th from 11:00am-9:00pm (rain date: Sunday, September 19th). Participants will enjoy a family-friendly, German and fall-themed event, including beer, delicious food, music and
Royals announce new 5-game plan
The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, announced that starting July 26, fans can purchase tickets as part of their 5-Game Ticket Packs. The bundle includes a Royals hat, a burger and soda at each of the five games, an autographed player photo, and one ticket for five of the Royals' highlight games: Opening Night presented by Prospectus Berco on October 23Teddy Bear Toss on December 11Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 17Pink in the Rink on February 12St. Hattrick's Day on
Member Renewals
Thank you to the following Members who recently renewed their commitment to the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce:Artemis Design, Inc.Avante ApartmentsBarbara A. Akins, CPABechtelsville Car WashBorough of BoyertownComplete Family Eyecare, Ltd.Coventry Parlor at Laurel LocksD.E.C. - Pottstown Training CenterDiamond Credit UnionEhst Custom Kitchens, Inc.First Priority Bank, a Division of Mid Penn BankFlagship FinancialMarshall Geoscience, Inc.New Hanover United Methodist ChurchOccupational Health - Pottstown
Chamber Member Anniversaries
Happy anniversary to the following Members for their consecutive years of Chamber membership: 43+ Years Boenning & Scattergood, Inc. Evans, Hauseman & Richard, Inc. Hollenbach Construction, Inc. Houck & Gofus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. Pottstown School District Schumacher & Benner Funeral Home & Crematory 15 Years East Coast Seed Connection, LLC
TCACC Welcomes New Members!
Welcome to the following businesses who have chosen to invest in the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce. When purchasing goods or services please keep these businesses as well as other Chamber Members in mind when Always Buying Chamber. New Members: Jiffy Lube 1142 Benjamin Franklin Hwy West Douglassville, PA 19518 484.236.4209www.jiffylube.com/franchise/pva-groupAuto Repairs/Services Jiffy Lube® is a leading provider of automotive preventive maintenance. Jiffy Lube offers a range of services from oil
TCACC thanks our Voluntary Contributors!
Thank you to our Voluntary Contributors during the month of July 2021!Voluntary contributors pay over their dues amount to help us provide additional programs and services to the entire Membership.422 Business CenterArcadia at Limerick PointeBorough of PottstownClark Industrial SupplyColorworksEvans, Hauseman & Richard, Inc.Express Data Systems, Inc.Frederick LivingKlein TransportationKPInterfacePMA Medical Specialists - LimerickPMA Medical Specialists - PhoenixvillePMA Medical Specialists - PottstownRhoads
TCACC Hosts Boyertown Area Progress Dinner
Pottstown, PA – The 2020/2021 Annual Boyertown Area Progress Dinner was held on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 from 5 to 8 pm by the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC) to recognize community updates, discuss Boyertown Education, as well as honor Martin Stone Quarries, Inc. of Bechtelsville, PA, with the James K. Boyer “Quality of Life” Award. Approximately 170 local businessmen, school administrators, law enforcement, as well as town and state officials attended the event held at the Bally Spring Inn,
PODCAST: Play-by-play voice Dylan Coyle and equipment manager Jason MacDonald start ''Off the Record''
The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, announced today a new podcast starring play-by-play voice Dylan Coyle and equipment manager Jason MacDonald called "Off the Record with Coyle and Bird." Episodes will release on Thursdays during the offseason on all your favorite podcast networks, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.In this week's episode, Coyle and "Bird" talk about the Royals' return to action, what they've been up to over the last year, and the correct pronunciation of
Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation Announces Inaugural Charity Polo Match; Proceeds Will Benefit Local Nonprofits
Established in 2008, the Foundation has donated more than $800,000 to charitable organizations in its service area. PAOLI, Pa., July 28, 2021 – The Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation, the charitable arm of Malvern Bank, National Association, has announced its inaugural Charity Polo Match to benefit nonprofit organizations in its service area – Southeastern Pennsylvania, Northern New Jersey, and Palm Beach County, Fla. The Charity Polo Match will be held on Sunday, August 22, 2021, at the Brandywine
Royals ink 23-year-old defenseman Dominic Cormier
The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, announced defenseman Dominic Cormier as the newest signing of the 2021-22 season. Cormier, a 23-year-old from Moncton, New Brunswick, spent four seasons in the QMJHL with Rimouski Oceanic and the Victoriaville Tigres before going to the University of Ottawa to participate in USports. Following his 27-game, 20-point year with Ottawa, he made the decision to go pro with the Royals for the 2020-21 season. He signed a contract before the team
WEDnetPA grants for workforce training are available now
July 22, 2021, Blue Bell/Pottstown, PA — Montgomery County Community College’s Workforce Development Division encourages eligible Montgomery County companies to apply for WEDnetPA funding for the new fiscal year which began July 1, 2021.WEDnetPA is a state training reimbursement grant program where eligible companies can receive state grants to help pay for workforce training. MCCC receives an annual allocation, which it distributes to Montgomery County companies to help them defray the costs of workforce
TOMPKINS VIST BANK AND CLASSIC HARLEY-DAVIDSON HOST FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT KIDS WITH MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY
“Food Truck Throw Down and Cow Pie Bingo” Features Full Day of Family Fun on Sunday, August 15 from 10 to 4 p.m. WHAT: Tompkins VIST Bank and Classic Harley Davidson will host a fundraiser for children with Muscular Dystrophy. The day-long event will be held on Sunday, August 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Classic Harley-Davidson in Leesport. The day will start with a cow-themed Poker Run around Berks County followed by music and food truck fare. It will end with the Cow Pie Bingo, where a cow will
This Holiday Don't Miss ELF ON THE SHELF live in Reading, PA!
READING, PA (July 26, 2021) – This holiday season The Elf on the Shelf® Scout Elves return to center stage for the live musical that has captured the hearts of families everywhere. Inspired by the beloved box set The Elf on the Shelf®: A Christmas Tradition, this touring stage production is a thrilling spectacle of music and dance that transports audiences to the North Pole to glimpse the magical lives of Santa’s Scout Elves. This toe-tapping tale tells the story of one particularly impressive Scout Elf
Rocky Live in Concert Coming to Santander Performing Arts Center
READING, PA (July 26, 2021) – The Santander Performing Arts Center is thrilled to announce an unforgettable LIVE concert experience celebrating the inspiring anthems of MGM’s Rocky franchise. Rocky in Concert will be on September 24 at the Santander Performing Arts Center. Tickets go on-sale this Friday online at Ticketmaster. Rocky in Concert is an all-new production where fans will Rocky Balboa like never before by watching the original Rocky film on larger-than-life screens while the musical score is
Gipsy Kings Added to Santander Performing Arts Center Fall Calendar
READING, PA (July 26, 2021) – Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes will take the stage in downtown Reading at the Santander Performing Arts Center on October 24! Tickets go on-sale online at Ticketmaster.com on Friday, July 30 at 10AM.It has been twenty-five years since the Gipsy Kings captured the world’s imagination with their self-titled debut album—a record that became a genuine phenomenon, certified gold and platinum around the globe, introducing millions of listeners to a unique, irresistible blend of
Royals extend qualifying offers to Mackin, four others
The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, announced they have extended qualifying offers to five players.Forwards (1): Corey MackinDefensemen (4): Garret Cockerill, Aaron Titcomb, Rob Michel, Matt Schmalz While qualifying offers do not mean that players will re-sign with the Royals, it gives Reading until Aug. 9 to sign a player to their offer. Afterwards, if an agreement on the qualifying offer is not reached, the Royals can re-sign the player to any salary desired or take no further
COMCAST LAUNCHING FIVE WIFI-CONNECTED “LIFT ZONES” IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Lift Zones Will Provide Safe Spaces with Free Internet to Help Low-Income Students, Adults, Seniors and Veterans Participate in Distance Learning and Online Programming TREVOSE, PA – July 21, 2021 – Comcast today announced it is equipping five nonprofits in Montgomery County with WiFi-connected “Lift Zones” as part of its ongoing commitment to help students and adults get online, participate in distance learning or remote work, do homework or look for and apply for jobs. Working with local centers,
Family Services’ Positive Parenting Program to Host Virtual Parenting Group in August
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised new parenting challenges for everyone. Children and teenagers have experienced disruptions to their daily lives and increased worries about their safety and that of their family and friends. Children can react in unexpected ways because they cannot express how they are feeling. The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) shares simple, practical, and proven-effective strategies that help parents raise confident children, set family routines and rules that everyone can
Low, DiChiara highlight six returning Royals players from 2019-20 season
The Reading Royals, proud affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, announced their first six signings of the 2021-22 ECHL season. Brayden Low, Frank DiChiara, David Drake, Hayden Hodgson, Garrett Cecere and Mike Crocock have signed standard player contracts (SPCs) with the team for the coming year. Low, DiChiara and Drake will each be skating in their third season with Reading, while Hodgson, Cecere and Crocock look to compete in a full season with the Royals following the shortened 2019-20 campaign due to
BACK TO SCHOOL 101
Prepare a healthy student checklist After more than a year of school closures, virtual classes and hybrid learning, students and parents are preparing for a return to the classroom this fall. Your to-do list does not stop with pencils, backpacks and new clothes. You also need to prepare a back to school health checklist. Children need to be healthy and alert in order to succeed in school. That means you need to prepare for everything from physicals to lessons on germ warfare and COVID-19 regulations.
Leadership TriCounty to Hold 20th Class
Pottstown, PA – Leadership TriCounty is not the beginning of leadership training but a process to refine and enhance a commitment to the tri-county region throughout the lives of its participants. Leadership TriCounty is a tuition based, 10-month professional development program that has prepared over 250 community members for leadership positions in the tri-county area. Through this experience each participant will be equipped with the personal skills development, and understanding of the problems,
ArtFusion 19464 - Strategic Planning Survey
ArtFusion 19464 has been serving the tri-county area for 16 years. We are so proud of what we have accomplished during that time, and so thankful for the support of our community, which makes it all possible. One of our big projects for 2021 is developing a new Strategic Plan, a blueprint for where we want to go as an organization and how we plan to get there. As part of this process, we have developed a very short survey for business and organizations. We would be very grateful if you would give us
TOMPKINS VIST BANK PROMOTES VICKI IDE
WYOMISSING, PA—Tompkins VIST Bank today announced the promotion of Vicki Ide to vice president and Residential Mortgage Lending manager. In her new role she will lead the bank’s mortgage staff in serving customers’ needs and building relationships. She also has been named to the bank’s Leadership Group. Ide, of Shoemakersville, joined Tompkins VIST Bank in 1995. She moved to the mortgage group in 2002 and became mortgage operations manager. In 2013 she was named sales associate. She assumes the
TOMPKINS VIST BANK PROMOTES AUDRA GLASSMIRE
WYOMISSING, PA—Tompkins VIST Bank today announced the promotion of Audra Glassmire to senior vice president and Commercial Banking regional manager. In her new role she will work with a team of commercial lenders to serve the financial needs of businesses and professional groups in Berks and surrounding counties. Glassmire, of Leesport, joined Tompkins VIST Bank in August 2020. She has 29 years of extensive experience in middle market and small business lending, previously working at Wells Fargo Bank,
Axe Throwing Memberships are now available!
Become a Splitting Edge V.I.P! Membership details:Kill Shot Membership:- $75 per month - 6 hours of practice per week (24 hours per month) - 20% off group reservations - 10% off merchandise - 2 guest passes per monthBullseye Membership:- $40 per month - 4 hours of practice per week (16 hour per month) - 15% off group reservations - 10% off merchandise - 1 guest pass per monthRobinhood Membership:- $25 per month - 2 hours of practice per week (8 hours per month) - 15% off group reservations -
Montgomery County Community College launches ‘Montco on the Move’ podcast
July 7, 2021, Blue Bell/Pottstown, Pa. — The stories of the people who help make Montgomery County Community College great are as interesting and unique as they are diverse. Now you’ll get a chance to hear all about them. MCCC has launched the “Montco on the Move” podcast. Join hosts Molly Hafner, director of Marketing, and Jared Brown, assistant dean of Academic Affairs at the Pottstown Campus, as they sit down to talk to the unique members of the MCCC community, and learn about each of their experiences
TOMPKINS VIST BANK DONATES TREE TO MARY'S SHELTER
CaptionLeft to right: Mary’s Shelter staff Jodi Tucci and Shiva Roberts and Tompkins VIST Bank Vice President Pete Rowley highlight the bank’s donation of a tree to the shelter’s location in Reading. “As things continue to open up, we thought the gift of a tree was a good way to celebrate the contributions that Mary’s Shelter does for the lives in our community,” Rowley said. About Mary’s ShelterMary’s Shelter supports families in the community and works to prevent homelessness through housing,
Isett Breaks Ground on New Headquarters
Barry Isett & Associates, Inc. broke ground Wednesday, June 30 for a new central office – a development described as “a milestone in the growth of the company” by its patriarch and namesake. The engineering and consulting firm has grown to eight locations across Eastern and Central Pennsylvania but will continue to call the Lehigh Valley its first home when the new headquarters opens at 5420 Crackersport Road in Allentown. “I’m very proud of what we’ve done and the contributions we’ve made in the Lehigh
The Kids-N-Hope Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Music Therapy and Child Life Services
PHILADELPHIA– July 6, 2021 – The Kids-N-Hope Foundation (“The Foundation”) is commemorating its 25th Anniversary in 2021 with a year of events and celebrations. The Kids-N-Hope Foundation provides support for children’s health and life services, specifically music therapy, at hospitals throughout the Philadelphia region. The Kids-N-Hope Foundation was formed in 1996 when American Heritage Credit Union became the first credit union in the country to form its own charitable organization. To date, the
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