Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Alexander, born in Pottstown, leaves family in Collegeville, Royersford, Audubon and Mont Clare.
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Wednesday, March 27
Joan M. Alexander, age 59, of Royersford, PA died Sunday, March 24, 2013 in her home. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of the late Charles A. and Josephine (Mazur) Alexander. Joan was a graduate of the Spring-Ford High School. She worked as a dental assistant for several years. She also worked as a clerk for several District Justices in the area. She enjoyed live music and attending jewelry making classes. Joan had a great sense of humor she loved to use with all of her nieces and nephews. She was also a animal lover. Joan is survived by four siblings: Bobbie Alexander, of Collegeville, PA; Charlene A. Feroe, of Royersford, PA; Joseph C., husband of Ann (Reifsnyder) Alexander, of Audubon, PA; Patricia Alexander, of Mont Clare, …
Thursday, March 21, 2013
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the start of the war in Iraq, Perkiomen Valley Patch honors local heroes.
The Iraq War began ten years ago this week, on March 19, 2003. According to the Iraq Coalition Casualty Count, 4,802 Americans and allies have died in the war, including many from Pennsylvania. CNN has created a dynamic interactive map of all casualties in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. Among them are three area men, including men from Collegeville, Green Lane and Royersford.
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Looking for a local job? We've found more than 30 local jobs in various industries.
COLLEGEVILLE Independent Contractor - Harrisburg based brewpub is now hiring Independent Contractors to run beer and craft soda sampling sessions in Montgomery County area. This position is part-time, usually Friday nights and/or weekends. No prior sales experience is necessary but a great friendly attitude and reliable transportation are a must! Must be 21+. Stylist - Full time and part time stylists are wanted for a salon and spa in the Trappe/Collegeville area. All interviews will be private. Call 610-489-3010 or 610-489-HAIR. Jewelry Sales - A family owned retail jewelry store is looking for a salesperson and office worker. The business is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., no night hours or Sunday hours. Infant …
Monday, August 13, 2012
Royersford Applebee's hosted Chapter 25 of the Disabled American Veteran's complimentary breakfast for local troops..
Chapter 25 of the Disabled American Veterans and the Royersford Applebee’s welcomed Veterans for a complimentary breakfast on Saturday, August 11. The DAV is an organization committed to helping disabled veterans and their families to build better lives, receive benefits, and to give them a voice on Capitol Hill. The breakfast was not only a “thank you” to local veterans, but also an opportunity for them to learn how the DAV might help them file a VA claim or other benefits. “I just want to thank you all for being here, for serving our country, and for doing what you do everyday,” stated a member of the DAV. While the vets in attendance enjoyed their breakfast, an informational video about the DAV played on the restaurant’s many …
Monday, July 30, 2012
Born in Conshohocken; worked at Philco Ford in Spring City; July 30
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Monday, July 30, 2012
Dorothy E. (Rutter) Asbert, age 94, wife of the late Edward Asbert, of Collegeville, PA, died early Monday morning, July 30, 2012 in the Sanatoga Center, Pottstown, PA. Born in Conshohocken, PA, she was a daughter of the late George and Frances (McCann) Rutter. She worked at the Philco Ford in Spring City and the CPI plant in Valley Forge for many years. Mrs. Asbert enjoyed traveling with her husband for many years. Mrs. Asbert is survived by three children: Edward G., husband of Shirley Asbert, of Millsboro, DE; Dennis L., husband of Karen Asbert, of Royersford, PA; Linda J., wife of Richard Gentry, of Sicklerville, NJ; six grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Asbert was one of 7 …
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Not clear yet if it was an accidental fall or attempted suicide
Some Perkiomen Valley residents may have heard the sounds of sirens or a helicopter this early this evening. Emergency crews were responding to a call in Royersford. An unidentified adult male was reported to have fallen or jumped from a building at Fourth and Main streets in Royersford, according to emergency dispatch calls. Emergency crews thus far have delcined to comment. The man was reportedly on a second-story porch in the apartment building at that intersection in Royersford. It is unclear how the man fell. The victim was found bleeding from the face on the pavement. His breathing was short and shallow, but he was still alive, according to eyewitness reports. The call for medical assistance came in at 4:26 p.m. Royersford EMS crews …
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Thursday, June 21, 2012
Charged with aggravated assault and other offenses in Royersford
A Schwenksville man is facing charges of aggravated assault, DUI and other offenses after allegedly attacking police following an alleged hit-and-run in Royersford during the early morning hours of Friday, June 15. Police said they found Alex Turner, 24, sleeping at Church Avenue and North Sixth Avenue in a vehicle that was believed to have been involved in an earlier hit-and-run on North Fifth Avenue in Royersford Borough. Police said they initially had some difficulty rousing Turner, who then allegedly made multiple attempts to pull away from police and re-enter his vehicle. It is then, police said, that Turner began to "rush" police and struck one of the responding officers with several punches to his chest and midsection. Police said …
Friday, March 11, 2011
We've got you covered for this week and next with the latest happenings.
Patch has got the goods on the coolest, most interesting things happening this week. Have an event you’d like to suggest for a future Get Out? Comment below, or e-mail pvpatch@gmail.com. • Community Music School Presents Cellist Concert Where/When: Community Music School, 775 W. Main St., Collegeville; March 12, 8 p.m. Pricing: Free for CMS faculty and students, $16 adults, $12 seniors and students • Curves With Zumba Where/When: Curves, 38 W. Germantown Pike, Norristown; March 14, and every Monday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Why go: Spend your lunch break incinerating calories! Curves has a Zumba Fitness party every Monday. Pricing: $3 for single class, $10 for four-class pass • Rotary Lunch Meeting Where/When: Westover Country …
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Our weekly feature lists available residences in the area.
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
220 Franklin Court, Royersford MLS # 5831689 55+ community Ranch style with garage, basement and deck with awning Two bedrooms, two bathrooms $219,900 Santangelo Real Estate, www.soldbysanta.com Do you have a house you'd like us to feature? Send an e-mail to ann.cornell@patch.com.
Check out the residences getting snapped up in the region.
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
Whether your house is on the market or you're thinking about it, check out the sale prices of other residences in the area. Royersford •217 N. 7th Ave. Three-story twin Four bedrooms, two bathrooms Basement, two-car garage Price: $195,000 Realtor: Kelly Real Estate Limerick •45 W. Cherry Lane One-and-a-half-story single Three bedrooms, two bathrooms Basement, three-car garage Price: $175,000 Realtor: RE/MAX 440-Skippack •143 Bayberry Drive Two-story single Four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms Basement, two-car garage Price: $252,000 Realtor: Noble Real Estate LLC •108 Steinmetz Road Two-story single Three bedrooms, one bathroom Basement, one-car garage Price: $280,000 Realtor: Keller Williams
Judy Bubeck
1:37 pm on Friday, March 22, 2013
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