Stories by James Short

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: 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.

For 33rd year, Fairmount Fire Co.'s biggest fundraiser revved into town Saturday

Lansdale's Main Street was a time for gearheads to geek out.

Rescue of the Week: Henderson, a 2-year-old Hound mix.

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Henderson, a two-year-old Hound mix, as their featured rescue of the …

PHOTOS: North Penn High School Class of 2024 Commencement

The Class of 2024 heads off int the future.

WATCH: Mary, Mother of the Redeemer School celebrates retirement of longtime principal

A celebration was held at the Montgomeryville school Wednesday afternoon in honor of longtime principal Denise Judge.

Photos: Lansdale Catholic High School 2024 Commencement

The Class of 2024 turned tassels Tuesday morning at The Shrine of Our Lady of Czestachowa.

WATCH: Bumper cars, crabcake sandwiches, raffles and smiles highlight 47th Lansdale Day

Check out our photo gallery from the North Penn Rotary Club's annual fundraiser.

Rescue of the Week: Betsy, a 10-year-old Pitbull

Envi Rescue Sanctuary in Lansdale is excited to introduce Betsy, a 10-year-old Pitbull, as their featured rescue of the week.

Rescue Of The Week: Lady, a 6-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Lady, a 6-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, as their featured Rescue …

Photos: 'Super Mario Bros.'-themed North Penn Olympic Day was Toad-ally teamwork

Of course York Avenue, Knapp, and North Wales elementaries rocked the annual end-of-school-year event: Being a star makes you invincible.

Photos: Lansdale, NPSD Memorial Day remembrances honored hometown heroes

Lansdale VFW Post 32 led the annual Memorial Day parade to Memorial Park, while the North Penn Key Club held …

WATCH: Harleysville Jaycees' Country Fair Days wows crowd with fantastical fireworks show

The annual event and fundraiser ran Wednesday to Friday of last week.

Photos: Spring Winetober Fest uncorked fun, community in Skippack on Saturday

Food, live music, shopping, and wine were highlights of seasonal event.

Photos: Revolutionary War encampment comes alive at Pennypacker Mills

The event last weekend featured fanfare and American Revolution-era demonstrations.

Photos: North Penn IRONKnights Triathlon was largest one-day event of its kind in the U.S.

More than 2,000 elementary students competed Saturday in Towamencin.

Photos: Lansdale Farmers' Market sees crowded second weekend

Ambler Farmers' Market is now underway as well, kicking off its season on Saturday.

North Montco Technical Career Center showcases student talent at 'Reverse Career Fair' expo

On Thursday, potential employers visited the Towamencin school to observe technical program exhibits of its senior students.

No injuries in Morgandale attic fire in Towamencin Sunday afternoon

Towamencin Vol. Fire Co., with assistance from four other fire companies, had the fire under control in 20 minutes.

1 injured in two-car crash Sunday evening in Montgomery Township

The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

Rescues of the Week: Daisy, a sheepadoodle, and Noodle, a labradoodle

Envi Rescue Sanctuary in Lansdale is excited to introduce Daisy and Noodle.

WATCH: Hundreds attend Girls on the Run 5K at MCCC

The event was held at 9:30 a.m. on May 4 at Montgomery County Community College’s campus in Blue Bell.

WATCH: North Montco Protective Services students receive lesson in fire safety

Students were able to check out various systems and even see a live example of how a sprinkler activates.

Photos: Lansdale 'Geeks Out' for First Friday's comic book theme

Hundreds packed Madison Street in the borough Friday night for music, food, fun, and festivities.

1 injured in head-on collision in Towamencin Wednesday evening

The accident occurred shortly before 5:45 p.m.

Rescue of the Week: Teddy, a 9-year-old Shepherd mix

Envi Rescue Sanctuary in Lansdale is excited to introduce Teddy, a 9-year-old Shepherd mix, as their featured rescue of the …

WATCH: Splintered Sunlight makes it groovy at Unity for Kindness Food Truck Festival

The Saturday event in Upper Gwynedd Township's Parkside Place Park was far out.

Photos: Lansdale Public Library hosts story time with librarian Lisa Green

With an open invitation extended to children ages 3 and up, families gathered eagerly for a delightful literary experience.

Rescue of the Week: Tyson, a 10-month-old Bulldog-Pitbull mix

Furever Yours Rescue in Ambler Borough is excited to introduce to you Tyson, a 10-month -old Bulldog-Pitbull mix, as their …

Photos: International Spring Festival brings cultural flair, flavors to North Penn High School

The 35th annual event was held Saturday at the Towamencin Township school.

Photos: Well Crafted Beer Garden, Environmental Advisory Commission Hoedown at White's Road Park

The seasonal spring beer garden will run every Saturday through May 11.

Rescue of the Week: Willie, a 9-year-old Terrier mix

Envi Rescue Sanctuary in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is excited to introduce Willie, a 9-year-old Terrier Mix, as their featured dog rescue …

WATCH: Towamencin Youth Association Little League Opening Day 2024

The Towamencin Youth Association held their Little League Opening Day on Saturday morning.

Rescue of the Week: Milo, a 10-year-old schnauzer terrier mix

If you are interested in adopting Milo or would like more information, you can reach out to Envi Rescue Sanctuary

April 8, 2024

Rescue of the Week: Zero, a 5-year-old Border Collie mix

Furever Yours Rescue in Ambler Pennsylvania is excited to introduce to you Zero, a 5-year-old Border Collie mix, as their …