Montgomery County
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Five Montco Towns Among Best Philadelphia Suburbs To Live In
Among the many attractive Philadelphia suburbs in the region, some still offer something extra that puts them among the best places to live in, and five Montgomery County towns are among them, writes Patrick McNichol for Suburban Solutions. These Philadelphia suburbs in Montgomery County rate the best for the commute to the city and include…
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The Homer Group Celebrates America250 with Renewed Commitment to Local Tourism and Hospitality Industry
As the nation prepares to commemorate its 250th anniversary in 2026, The Homer Group, a third-generation commercial printing company located just minutes from historic Valley Forge and Philadelphia, is supporting the local tourism and hospitality industry during this landmark year. With the Greater Philadelphia region expecting a major influx of visitors in celebration of America250, local…
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Retail Closures Reshape Montco Shopping Centers and Open New Doors
A wave of retail bankruptcies has left more than $1 million square feet of vacant space across Greater Philadelphia, but it may be setting the stage for transformation in Montco, writes Noah Zucker for Bisnow. King of Prussia’s former Bed Bath & Beyond at Valley Forge Center has already been successfully subdivided and re-released to…
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MCCC Celebrates Spring Semester Dean’s and Dean’s Commendation Lists
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) congratulates the 1,890 full- and part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List and Dean’s Commendation List, respectively, for the spring 2025 semester. The Dean’s List includes 610 full-time students. The College recognizes the academic achievement of full-time students who have earned 12 or more cumulative credits. To receive…
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Kid-Friendly Animal Adventures in Montco
For little ones with a love for animals, Montgomery County is full of kid-friendly spots where barnyard snuggles and up-close encounters are part of the experience, writes Corrie Stango for Mommy Poppins. Rose Bridge Farm and Sanctuary – Dresher This rescue sanctuary offers a warmhearted blend of animal care and love. Kids can bottle-feed baby…
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Demand is High for Montco Multifamily Home Development
Montgomery County real estate is seeing a rush of multifamily development despite endless red tape, writes Noah Zucker for Bisnow. Local developers face a complex landscape of zoning reviews and pushback from residents wary of dense housing. Still, demand is strong. Suburban Philadelphia has one of the nation’s tightest rental markets, with a 95% occupancy…
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Montgomery County Boosts Minimum Wage to $20.52
Montgomery County’s lowest-paid employees will receive a roughly 25 percent raise, as the Board of Commissioners increases the county’s minimum wage by $4, bringing it to $20.52 an hour, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The salary board, which includes the county’s commissioners and controller, unanimously voted earlier this week to raise the minimum…
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Montco Steps Up as National Model for Ethical Artificial Intelligence Use
Montgomery County hopes to be a leader in how local government approaches artificial intelligence, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners formed an AI for Public Good Advisory Council earlier this year. The council was designed to help the county responsibly integrate AI into everything from public safety to human…
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La Salle Standouts Lead Souderton Area Youth Football Camp
Joey O’Brien and Gavin Sidwar, La Salle College High standouts, gave back to the Souderton Area Youth Football program by heading up a camp for young players, writes Sidney Snider for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The two football stars, both set to play major college football next year, got their start in Souderton. O’Brien, a defensive…
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Montgomery County’s Will McCausland and Dylan Brown Selected in MLB Draft
Two standout players from Montgomery County took a major step toward the big leagues with their selection in this year’s MLB Draft, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Harleysville native and Souderton Area High School graduate Will McCausland was selected in the seventh round at No. 222 by the Cleveland Guardians. The right-handed pitcher…
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Worcester, Upper Merion Shine as Montco’s Fastest-Growing Towns
While much of Pennsylvania prepares for a population decline, Worcester Township and Upper Merion Township are headed in the other direction, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates both Worcester and Upper Merion to be among the fastest-growing municipalities in the state. The estimates were released in a…
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Recreational Marijuana Legalization Back Under Consideration in Pennsylvania
Recreational marijuana may still be far from becoming legal in Pennsylvania, but state lawmakers are once again taking a look at the issue, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In May, the state House passed a proposal allowing state-owned stores to operate a legal marijuana market, bringing adult-use cannabis closer to legalization in Pennsylvania…
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A Pottstown Day with Commissioner Winder: Community, Commerce, and Connection
It was a sunny day in late May when April Barkasi, Founder and CEO of Cedarville Engineering Group (CEG), welcomed Montgomery County Commissioner Jamila Winder to her fifth-floor office overlooking Pottstown’s East High Street. Barkasi, a Chester County resident, selected that office just over the border into Montgomery County in 2018 and subsequently renovated the…
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2025 Heritage India Festival Expands to Philadelphia
The biannual Heritage India Festival, the Washington metropolitan area’s longest-running and largest South Asian festival, is now expanding its footprint to Philadelphia. It will be held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center (Hall C), 100 Station Avenue, Oaks. The timings for the two-day event are 12–9:00 PM on Saturday, Aug. 23, and 12–7:00 PM on Sunday,…
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Cool Off and Enjoy Summer with These Affordable Family Fun Ideas in Montco
Summer is in full swing and Montco residents don’t have to go far for affordable family fun, writes Michele Haddon for Philly Burbs. Whether you’re seeking animals, water play, creative experiences or old school mini golf, there’s something for everyone. Families can head to Norristown to vist the Elmwood Park Zoo. The park is home…
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Act II Playhouse Presents Hilarious Farce by ‘Outsider’ Playwright
Act II Playhouse kicks off its 2025-2026 Season with the hilarious farce, Theatre People, Or The Angel Next Door by Paul Slade Smith. Previews begin Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, and the production opens Friday, Aug. 8. Theatre People closes after a five-week run on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Playwright Paul Slade Smith, author of the…
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New Main Line Health CEO Shares How a Leader Becomes a Super Hero
The tide is turning at Main Line Health, and Edward Jimenez is leading the change with teamwork, writes Ron Southwick for Chief Healthcare Executive New President and CEO, Jimenez, brings decades of executive experience and a clear message: healthcare leaders can’t do it alone. “Leaders, in many ways, we’re taught to be superheroes,” Jimenez says.…
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New Antiques Show Launches in Valley Forge for America’s 250th
Historic Trappe is delighted for the launch of its Pennsylvania Antiques Show, a new event highlighting the best of Americana as well as folk art, garden antiques, French, Dutch, English, and Chinese decorative arts, along with standout pieces of 20th-century art and design. The event will take place Apr. 23-26, 2026, at the convention center at Valley…
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