• Valley Forge’s Washington Memorial Chapel Remains a Living Piece of History

    Valley Forge’s Washington Memorial Chapel Remains a Living Piece of History

    One of Montgomery County’s most iconic landmarks continues to serve as both a historic tribute and a living place of worship, writes Nikki DeMentri and Will Kenworthy for CBS News. The Washington Memorial Chapel stands as a national memorial to George Washington while also operating as an active parish within the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania.…

  • Enjoy Delicious Easter Brunch at These Montco Spots

    Enjoy Delicious Easter Brunch at These Montco Spots

    If you’re planning to dine out on April 20, several Montgomery County eateries are offering a variety of delicious Easter brunch options that are sure to please any palate, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Founding Farmers in King of Prussia will serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner throughout the entire Easter weekend. The…

  • Montco’s Fastest-Growing Companies Are Scaling Up Fast

    Montco’s Fastest-Growing Companies Are Scaling Up Fast

    Montgomery County businesses are making a strong showing on this year’s fastest-growing companies list, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Several Montco-based firms landed on Inc.’s 2026 regional rankings, which measure revenue growth between 2022 and 2024. Leading the way is CareChoice Home Care, which ranked No. 3 in the Northeast with a…

  • Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum Docents Help History Take Flight

    Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum Docents Help History Take Flight

    Soon after beginning his volunteer work at the Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum, Chief Docent Tom Doerr had a memorable interaction with a visitor to the Horsham-based museum. “He walked up to one of the cabinets, and he was looking at it very intently,” Doerr, 80, of Warminster, recalled. “He pointed to…

  • PA Turnpike Crackdown Targets Unpaid Tolls, Aggressive Drivers

    PA Turnpike Crackdown Targets Unpaid Tolls, Aggressive Drivers

    Montgomery County drivers who rely on the Pennsylvania Turnpike may want to double-check their accounts this spring, writes Marcela Camargo and Deanna Durante for NBC10 Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is partnering with the Pennsylvania State Police for a new enforcement initiative aimed at cracking down on unpaid tolls and aggressive driving. The effort, launching…

  • MCCC to Host Spring Open Houses Apr. 11 and 25

    MCCC to Host Spring Open Houses Apr. 11 and 25

    Spring has sprung, and now is the perfect time to learn all that Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) has to offer during a spring open house. MCCC will host free open house events at the Pottstown Campus on Saturday, Apr. 11, and Blue Bell Campus on Saturday, Apr. 25, for prospective students, their families, and…

  • Baby Ocelot Born at Elmwood Park Zoo Marks Major Milestone for Conservation Efforts

    Baby Ocelot Born at Elmwood Park Zoo Marks Major Milestone for Conservation Efforts

    For those following the journey of the ocelots at Elmwood Park Zoo, Rio and Mateo, the path to this moment has been anything but predictable. After an eventful summer, the pair showed little interest in one another heading into the fall, aside from a brief period in November. As is common with wild cats, breeding…

  • County Leaders Advance Plan for Long-Awaited Recycling Facility

    County Leaders Advance Plan for Long-Awaited Recycling Facility

    Montgomery County officials are moving forward with early plans to create a centralized recycling drop-off facility, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The long-requested resource would make it easier for residents to responsibly dispose of hard-to-recycle items. Last week, county leaders approved a request for proposals seeking design consulting services for the project. The envisioned…

  • A Growing Force in Montco: Howell Engineering’s Next Chapter

    A Growing Force in Montco: Howell Engineering’s Next Chapter

    Howell Engineering is stepping into a new phase of growth, and for Montgomery and Chester Counties, it’s a name worth knowing. With more than 25 years of experience, Howell Engineering has built a reputation as a full-service partner, guiding client projects from concept to completion. The firm offers everything from residential upgrades like patios, pools,…

  • Montco Moves Forward on Regional Solar Energy Plan

    Montco Moves Forward on Regional Solar Energy Plan

    Montgomery County is taking another step toward renewable energy, joining neighboring counties in a regional push to expand solar power, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. County commissioners approved the advertisement of a request for proposals tied to a Sustainable Energy Partnership. This also includes Bucks, Chester and Delaware counties. The initiative aims to install…

  • Montco’s Jill Biden and Lori Shapiro Highlight Women’s Leadership in Harrisburg

    Montco’s Jill Biden and Lori Shapiro Highlight Women’s Leadership in Harrisburg

    Montgomery County had a strong presence in Harrisburg as Jill Biden and Lori Shapiro joined a panel of Pennsylvania’s current and former first ladies during Women’s History Month, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Biden, a Willow Grove native, and Shapiro, an Abington resident, were among the featured speakers at the state Capitol event,…

  • These Two Montgomery County Towns Have the Best Restaurant Scenes in the Philadelphia Region

    These Two Montgomery County Towns Have the Best Restaurant Scenes in the Philadelphia Region

    The Philadelphia region is a gastronomic delight, and two Montgomery County towns stand out with their exceptional dining options, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine.   Ambler: A Culinary and Cultural Hub   Ambler’s seven-block stretch of Butler Avenue, extending from the Ambler Regional Rail station, is perfect for date nights and culinary adventures.  …

  • Montco Man Ate Chick-fil-A Six Days a Week… For 5 Years!

    Montco Man Ate Chick-fil-A Six Days a Week… For 5 Years!

    Dan Limbauan, a 28-year-old Montgomery County resident, has eaten Chick-fil-A every day for the past five years, just skipping Sundays when the restaurant is closed, writes Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. “Starting July 24, 2020, I’ve gone every single day that Chick-fil-A has been open, except for Sundays, of course,” said Limbauan. The fast-food…

  • As Data Centers Expand, Montco Communities Face Big Decisions

    As Data Centers Expand, Montco Communities Face Big Decisions

    A growing wave of data center proposals is forcing Montco communities to confront a new and complex type of development, according to Evan Brandt for The Pottstown Mercury. These facilities, which house thousands of servers powering everything from websites to artificial intelligence, are expanding rapidly across the country. Pennsylvania is emerging as a key hotspot.…

  • Two Montco Communities Crack Top 10 Best Places to Live List

    Two Montco Communities Crack Top 10 Best Places to Live List

    Montgomery County enjoys the national spotlight, with Ardmore and Penn Wynne earning spots among the top 10 best places to live in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Niche’s 2026 rankings, Ardmore placed No. 7 and Penn Wynne No. 9, both climbing from their positions just outside the…

  • Pennypacker Mills Showcases Montgomery County’s Revolutionary Roots Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary

    Pennypacker Mills Showcases Montgomery County’s Revolutionary Roots Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary

    Rooted in the same historic landscape that witnessed the American Revolution, the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (VFTCB) continues its mission of sharing the stories that define Montgomery County, especially as we approach America’s 250th Anniversary. Through monthly historic vignettes and upcoming initiatives like the Houses of Declaration, VFTCB is continuing a legacy by…

  • These Montgomery County Craft Fairs Are Worth a Spring Weekend Trip

    These Montgomery County Craft Fairs Are Worth a Spring Weekend Trip

    Spring craft fair season is giving Montgomery County shoppers plenty of reasons to get out and browse local this month, writes Main Line Today. Among the featured events is the Spring It On! Craft Show on March 14 at Sunnybrook Ballroom in Pottstown. More than 80 vendors are expected, along with a cash bar and…

  • Philly May ‘Own’ the Cheesesteak, but Montco Versions Hold Up, Gaining Top Spot in Recent Rating

    Philly May ‘Own’ the Cheesesteak, but Montco Versions Hold Up, Gaining Top Spot in Recent Rating

    Many Montgomery County spots made a 2020 list of 60 Philly cheesesteak favorites in the Philadelphia region, writes Jeff Belonger for myphillyalive.com. The list, ranked highest to lowest, resulted from a part of a seven-day tour in 2020 to find the ultimate Philly cheesesteak. The research covered the city itself, its surrounding counties, and parts of…