Montgomery County
Montgomery County, or “Montco” as it’s colloquially known, is a vibrant blend of history, diversity, and modernity. The third-most populous county in Pennsylvania, Montgomery County is home to landmarks like Valley Forge National Historical Park and the King of Prussia Mall.
The county is not just a suburb of Philadelphia but a major employment center in its own right. With business parks in King of Prussia, Blue Bell, Lansdale, Fort Washington, and more, the county attracts workers from all over the region.
Montco is home to several colleges and universities, including Montgomery County Community College, Bryn Mawr College, and Penn State Abington.
Featuring a robust economy and rich educational and historical offerings, Montco is a dynamic place to live, work, study, shop, and play.
Explore our archive of nearly 300 stories about Montco’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Whether you’re an organized problem-solver, enjoy working in a STEM environment, or want to support student success behind the scenes,…
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Gone but Not Forgotten: 10 Vanished Montgomery County Hangouts
You’ve probably driven past one of these without knowing it. The Aldi off Route 309 in Montgomeryville sits where carloads…
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Montgomery County’s Colleges Are Quietly Driving a Major Transformation
Montgomery County’s colleges are no longer just places where students attend class. Across the county, campuses are becoming construction hubs,…
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The Norristown Zoo That Almost Closed Is Now Building for Its Next 100 Years
As the nation prepares to mark 250 years of American history, a Norristown institution that has been part of Montgomery…
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Former Sixers Owner’s Huntingdon Valley Estate Returns to Market for $3.9M
A sprawling Huntingdon Valley estate once owned by former Philadelphia 76ers owner Harold Katz is back on the market, writes…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Reaffirms His View That America Is Ready for a Jewish President
Governor Josh Shapiro has reaffirmed in a recent interview that he believes America is ready for a Jewish president, a…
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Toll Brothers’ Strategy for Closed Golf Courses is Paying Off
Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers is paying $21.65 million to finally turn a shuttered Florida golf course into a new neighborhood,…
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Villanova’s Historic Oakwell Mansion and Grounds Saved From Demolition
A historic Villanova estate once targeted for school athletic fields will instead be preserved and eventually opened to the public,…
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10 Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Montgomery County
Father’s Day arrives Sunday, June 21, and Montgomery County families have plenty of ways to celebrate without falling back on…
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Gladwyne Square Plan Sparks Debate Over Growth, Traffic and Community Character
A sweeping effort to reshape the heart of Gladwyne is moving forward, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Still,…
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Asplundh Horsham Headquarters Marks New Chapter for Family-Owned Giant
Asplundh Tree Expert has officially opened its new international headquarters in Horsham Township, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. This…
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First Bank House of the Week: 1928 Wynnewood Estate Offers Nearly Four Acres in Lower Merion
Listed for $2,596,000, the estate at 1118 Indian Creek Road in Wynnewood offers a rare Main Line combination: nearly four…
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Bryn Mawr’s Lancaster Avenue Corridor Sees Rare Portfolio Sale Listing
A rare opportunity has surfaced for investors eyeing one of the Main Line’s tightest commercial corridors, writes Paul Schwedelson for…
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Jenkintown-Linked Doctor Beats Ebola After Harrowing Brush With Death
An American doctor who contracted Ebola while treating patients in the Democratic Republic of Congo has recovered and returned to…
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Montco Watch Party Brings Five Days of Soccer, Food, and Family Fun to King of Prussia
Soccer fans, mark your calendars. This summer, Montgomery County is bringing the excitement of international soccer to one of the…
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One Year Later, Audubon Customers See Safer, More Reliable Water
One year after acquiring the Audubon water system, Pennsylvania American Water has completed major infrastructure and water quality improvements that…
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Montgomery County’s Careers of Tomorrow Initiative Wins National EDO Award
A workforce development initiative that has connected thousands of Montgomery County students with local employers has earned national recognition, and…
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MCCC Graduate Turns Classroom Success into National Business Competition Achievement
For Sloane Harker, Montgomery County Community College was never supposed to be more than a temporary stop. Instead, it became…
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