Stories by James Short

PHOTOS: Lansdale Punk Rock Flea Market united eclectic styles Saturday

The event was held by Headway Art Collective and Round Guys Brewery.

Rescue Of The Week: Amarilla, a 1-½-year-old German Shepherd

Amarilla was originally a mill dog who was adopted at 6 months.

WATCH: Montco Recorder of Deeds hosts thriving Veterans Resource Fair Tuesday morning

The annual event connected veterans with useful and helpful community resources.

PHOTOS: Franconia Police Benevolent Association's Fall Fest featured 2 days of entertainment, music

A scheduled drone show did not occur, but was donated to the Souderton-Telford Rotary's auction fundraiser, police said.

Fire crews on scene of electrical fire that ignited tree in Hatfield

The incident occurred off Cowpath Road Wednesday afternoon.

PHOTOS: Lansdale Zer0.5K and Oktoberfest were wunderbar Sunday afternoon

Discover Lansdale's annual event invited runners to dress up for the run and stay for beer and music.

Rescue Of The Week: Oreo, a 2½-year-old Pointer Mix

Oreo originally came from South Carolina, before making her way to her current foster home in Fort Washington, through Home …

Shed burns to ground in Keystone Drive fire Tuesday afternoon

The neighborhood surrounding 2017 Keystone Drive was blanketed in smoke.

PHOTOS: Despite drizzle, North Wales Community Day was hot with entertainment, fun

The event was held on Saturday in the downtown borough and Weingartner Park.

Rescue Of The Week: Teddy, a 10-year-old Boston Terrier

Teddy was adopted out five years ago, but found his way back to his current foster in Blue Bell, through …

Rescue Of The Week: Adidas, 12-week-old Terrier mix

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Adidas, 12-week-old Terrier mix, as the featured rescue of the week.

PHOTOS: Cheers to another Morgan Log House Tavern Night fundraiser

Morgan Log House and Towamencin Township presented Tavern Night at the 850 Weikel Road historic site on Saturday evening.

PHOTOS: Hatfield Borough's annual Fall Fest and Car Show revs up the fun

The annual event was held on East Lincoln Avenue, featuring a tour of an auto museum and more.

Two injured after vehicle overturns in crash on Pennsylvania Turnpike in Towamencin

Emergency crews were dispatched for a vehicle rescue at mile marker 28 on the Pennsylvania turnpike at 1:21 a.m. Sunday.

Rescue of the Week: Edgar & Edward, 4-month-old Border Collies

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Edgar & Edward, 4-month-old Border Collies, as the featured rescue of …

WATCH: Marine veteran fulfills promise to self on his 90th with celebratory skydive

Peter Juisto completed his local jump on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Bergey's celebrates 100th Anniversary with car show event Saturday

The event shut down Route 113 in Franconia Township.

PHOTOS: Dog-A-Poolooza brought doggy paddles to Hatfield Aquatic Center

Hatfield Aquatic Center hosted furry swimmers and their owners last weekend.

PHOTOS: Culture abounds at St. Mary & St. Kyrillos Coptic Orthodox Church of Hatfield Egyptian Festival

The 17th annual event was held last weekend at its Unionville Pike church.

PHOTOS: Poppy's Tavern celebrates grand opening with packed rooms and outdoor bar area

The former Hattrick's on East Lincoln Avenue in Hatfield Borough comes with a renewed reputation.

PHOTOS: Upper Gwynedd Carnival brings summer to close in North Penn area with drone show, fireworks

The event was held at Parkside Place last weekend.

Rescue of the Week: Tillie, an 8-year-old mini Australian Shepherd

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Tillie, an 8-year-old mini Australian Shepherd, as the featured rescue of …

PHOTOS: More Than Fish Aquarium & Pets opens on Lansdale's Main Street

The business held a ribbon cutting with Mayor Garry Herbert on Saturday afternoon.

PHOTOS: Skippack Food Truck Festival pleased famished families, hungry foodies

The second event of the year was held at 4059 Skippack Pike.

PHOTOS: Birds win, smiles abound at Philly sports-themed First Friday

The Discover Lansdale event was held on Madison and Main streets in Lansdale.

Thursday night 2-vehicle accident sends one to hospital in Lower Salford

The accident occurred shortly after 9 p.m. near the Bay Pony Inn.

Rescue of the Week: Stevie, an 8-month-old Maltese Poodle

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Stevie, an 8-month-old Maltese Poodle, is the featured rescue of the …

Rescue of the Week: Kate, a 1-year-old Terrier

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Kate, a 1-year-old Terrier, as the featured rescue of the week.

Rescue of the Week: Kassidy, a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Kassidy, a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, as the featured rescue …

PHOTOS: A folking, funkin' good time at Philly Folk Festival in Upper Salford

Check out photos from the lively, musical and fun annual event at Old Poole Farm.

PHOTOS: St. Stan's Summer Festival packed with smiles, friends, family, full stomachs

The annual Lansdale tradition continues nightly through Saturday.

Rescue Of The Week: A 1-year-old Terrier mix named Cammie

Cammie was a stray who was rescued in Darlington, South Carolina

PHOTOS: Matt Freedman and The Herd brought big country energy to Lansdale Tuesday night

There are three bands left in the Lansdale Parks Summer Concert Series.

PHOTOS: Rita's Italian Ice teams up with Chalfont Fire Company for fundraiser

A portion of the night's proceeds went to benefit the Chalfont Fire Company

PHOTOS: A Fine Saturday at Lansdale Farmers' Market

The market takes place in the parking lot of Penndale Middle School.

The Beatles tribute band Studio Two rocks away the rain indoors Wednesday

The group was the final band as part of Montgomery Township's Summer Concert Series.

Rescue of the Week: Watkin, an 8-year-old Chihuahua mix

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Watkin, an 8-year-old Chihuahua Mix, as the featured rescue of the …

Rescue Of The Week: Zeke, a 20-month-old Terrier mix

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Zeke, a 20-month-old Terrier mix, as the featured Rescue of the …

PHOTOS: Indian Valley Beer Fest outpours community, camaraderie at Saturday fundraiser

The event at Souderton Community Park benefitted the Indian Valley Public Library and Souderton-Telford Rotary Foundation.

Rescue of the Week: Dallas, a 6-month-old Beagle

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Dallas, 6-month-old Beagle, as the featured rescue of the week

Vehicle accident sends one person to the hospital Tuesday evening

One person injured on Whites Rd Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Military Might at Morgan Log House took a trip back in time

The annual event at the Towamencin Township historic site feaured shootin demonstrations and living historians.

Rescue of the Week: Sparkles, a 1-year-old Hound mix.

Home At Last Dog Rescue introduces their featured rescue of the week.

WATCH: Fire in Hatfield woods Tuesday night burns near makeshift dirt bike course

The fire broke out in the woods between Creekside Cabaret and Advanced Glass and Metal.

2nd annual Well Crafted 'Monger Fest' party on Saturday featured beer, food, music

The Lansdale brewery and restaurant hosted a street fair with beer tents, food vendors, live music, local artists and more.

Rescue of the Week: Credence, a 6-month-old Corgi Poodle

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Credence, a 6-month-old Corgi Poodle, as their featured rescue of the …

Discover Lansdale hosts successful Lansdale Beer Fest in Saturday scorcher

With the heat index near triple digits, festival attendees stayed cool with brews Saturday afternoon.

As community crowds local pools during heat wave, hydration remains paramount

With the heat index forecast to hit triple digits, people have started summer cooling off.