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September 17, 2024

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

Peter Juisto completed his local jump on Saturday.

September 17, 2024

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

The event shut down Route 113 in Franconia Township.

September 13, 2024

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

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

September 12, 2024

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.

September 11, 2024

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 …

September 11, 2024

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.

September 11, 2024

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.

September 10, 2024

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.

September 10, 2024

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

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

September 7, 2024

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

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

September 6, 2024

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.

September 5, 2024

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 …

August 28, 2024

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.

August 21, 2024

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 …

August 20, 2024

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.

August 16, 2024

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

The annual Lansdale tradition continues nightly through Saturday.

August 16, 2024

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

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

August 15, 2024

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.

August 15, 2024

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

August 13, 2024

PHOTOS: A Fine Saturday at Lansdale Farmers' Market

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

August 9, 2024

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.

August 9, 2024

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 …

August 1, 2024

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 …

July 29, 2024

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.

July 25, 2024

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

July 24, 2024

Vehicle accident sends one person to the hospital Tuesday evening

One person injured on Whites Rd Tuesday.

July 23, 2024

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.

July 18, 2024

Sedan parked in Hilltown driveway destroyed by fire Wednesday afternoon

The fire broke out around 1 p.m.

July 10, 2024

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

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

July 3, 2024

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.

July 1, 2024

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.

July 1, 2024

PHOTOS: Time-honored annual Perkasie Fire Co. Carnival wrapped up FUN-raising event Saturday

The Lenape Park fundraiser opened Tuesday night.

June 26, 2024

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 …

June 24, 2024

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.

June 21, 2024

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.

June 17, 2024

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.

June 12, 2024

PHOTOS: North Penn High School Class of 2024 Commencement

The Class of 2024 heads off int the future.

June 6, 2024

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.

June 5, 2024

Photos: Lansdale Catholic High School 2024 Commencement

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

June 4, 2024

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.

June 3, 2024

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.

May 30, 2024

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 …

May 28, 2024

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 …

May 28, 2024

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.

May 27, 2024

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

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

May 24, 2024

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

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

May 22, 2024

Photos: Revolutionary War encampment comes alive at Pennypacker Mills

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

May 20, 2024

Photos: Lansdale Farmers' Market sees crowded second weekend

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

May 20, 2024

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.

May 13, 2024

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.

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