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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Souderton Pizzeria Owner Says ‘Ciao’ after 20 Years; Son, However, Continues the Legacy
Caruso Brick Oven Trattoria, at 424 N. Main St. in Souderton, is closing after 20 years. Owner-operator Gaetano Chiaro and…
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Hatboro Animal Lover Wants Horses Removed from Philadelphia Tourist Experience; See Her Proposed Alternative
Janet White, animal advocate and Hatboro resident, has long sought to remove carriage horses from the streets of Philadelphia. She…
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Villanova Student Tearfully Wins Big on Wheel of Fortune
A Villanova student is walking away with a large sum of money after a successful night on the iconic game…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Jill Marsteller, Founder and CEO, CALICO International, LLC
Jill Marsteller, former Ursinus College president and founder and CEO of CALICO (Creative Advisors Looking to Improve Charitable Organizations) grew…
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One of the Oldest Mexican Pizzerias in South Philadelphia Brings Its Flavor Profile to Cheltenham
Aaron del Rosario — who co-owns and -operates Rosario’s Pizzeria — knows about the evils of bland pizza. And has…
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VFTCB Honored for Work in Community Service and Social Responsibility
The Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals (AMCP), a national organization headquartered in Dallas, recently recognized the work of the…
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Montco-Trained Chef Beats Addiction, Takes Things One Day at a Time in New Philadelphia Café
Chef Kevin Hart learned much of his craft working in the Montgomery County food-service industry. When his career was upended…
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Penn Community Bank Adds Three New Local Leaders to Its Board of Directors
Penn Community Bank welcomed Becky Bradley, Ram Mohan, and Robert W. Pritchard to its board of directors. “We are pleased…
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Parenting Education Organization Creates Support Group for Montco Moms
A Philadelphia-based education and advocacy group for families — Kutest Kids’ Parents as Teachers — is launching a new support…
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2023 Wedding Biz: Lansdale Photographers List Top Montgomery County Spots for Notable Nuptials
Professional photographers may have clearer insight into wedding venues than any other nuptial-services provider, having assessed settings, both tony and…
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Abington Relay — May 20 Law-Enforcement Support Event — Returns for 2023
The once annual, COVID-waylaid Abington Relay returns to Abington Senior High School, 900 Highland Ave., for the first time since…
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How Living in Montgomery County Yields a $50–$100 Windfall over Living Elsewhere
Tick-tick-tick. That subtle elapse of the April calendar is an annual reminder that it’s income tax season, and time’s a-wasting.…
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D.A. Kevin Steele Announces Montgomery County Use of High-Tech Ballistics Data to Curb Violence
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele — accompanied by D.A.s from the other collar counties — announced the deployment of…
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Gov. Shapiro Comes Home to Montco to Support EMS Funding
The Pennsylvania governor wants Montgomery County to see an expansion in emergency services. Gov. Josh Shapiro — in his first…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Jared Utz, Regional President, Mid Penn Bank
Jared Utz, Regional President, Southeastern Region of Mid Penn Bank, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia, near…
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As President of Pennsylvania American Water, Justin Ladner Helps Keep Life Flowing
Justin Ladner is no stranger to leadership as President of Pennsylvania American Water, the largest investor-owned water utility in the…
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Lancaster County Restaurants Are Shattering Common Conceptions of the Area’s Culinary Outlook
There’s something of a food revolution that’s been unfolding in nearby Lancaster County for several years. Numerous in-county dining options…
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Easter Recommendation: Penny’s Flowers Has Bloomed in Glenside Since 1937
Every town needs a great florist. After all, flowers are the perfect choice for so many different occasions. Or they…
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