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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Four Montco Communities Need Adult Mentors to Guide Teens from Legal Troubles
Four Montgomery County communities are in need of adult volunteers to join area Youth Aid Panels (YAP). Joe Zlomek explained…
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Montco. Chesco. Delco. Bucksco. Whose Residents’ Life Expectancies Are Longest?
A recent Stacker analysis, augmented by data from the University of Wisconsin, revealed life expectancy data on a region-by-region basis.…
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Texas-based Blue Bell Creameries’ Namesake Gives Montco Residents a Brain Freeze
Blue Bell Creameries is debuting a new flavor that brings the party to breakfast. WMBF News covered the sweet treat’s…
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Brand Relocations: Philly Proprietors Heed Migratory Call of Montgomery County Addresses
A geographic, commerce-related, post-pandemic trend, brand relocations to Montgomery County, caught the attention of journalist Sandy Smith, who provided details…
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Educators, Pols, Parents Meet in Pottstown in Aftermath of State Ruling on Public School Funding
A recent state court decision on school funding brought parents, politicians, and educators to Pottstown High School for discussion. Bo…
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National Ranking Results in Solo Honor for Montgomery County
A Stacker-Niche study examined each U.S. state in an attempt to determine its best county. ABC 17 News, Columbia, Mo.,…
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Despite Array of Upscale Montco Food Stores, This Workaday Brand Is Favored
When heading out to refill their pantries or grab what’s required for the day’s meals, grocery shoppers in Montgomery County…
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National Golf Expert Views Super Bowl Rivalry; Montgomery County Dominates
In the run-up to Super Bowl LVII, the Philadelphia v. Kansas City rivalry goes way beyond what happens on the…
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Fort Washington Developer Collaborates with King of Prussia Contractor on Bucks County Office
Mediplex Property Group (MPG), Fort Washington, has begun a build-to-suit renovation on a single-story, 12,800-sq.-ft building in Newtown, Bucks County.…
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Folds of Honor Opens its 2023 Scholarship Application Window
Folds of Honor, an organization that works with families of disabled or fallen veterans and first responders, has opened up…
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Valentine’s Day Sparks Fly for Three Local Couples, All Montco Firefighters
Husband-and-wife firefighters in Montgomery County cherish the opportunity to volunteer alongside one another. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Montgomery…
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Valley Forge Tourism Board to Lead Rousing ‘Huzzah’ in Support of the Eagles
Staff and leadership from the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board invite the public to an Eagles Super Bowl LVII…
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Montco Commissioner Chair Ken Lawrence to Focus on This Key Issue for Remainder of Term
Montgomery County Commissioners’ Chairman Ken Lawrence Jr. plans to focus his attention on tackling homelessness for the remainder of his…
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Student-led CARES Coalition of Pottstown, Hill Students Plan Concert to Help Area Homeless
About 25 teenagers collectively representing Pottstown High School and The Hill School have worked together under the Pottstown CARES student…
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Wissahickon School District Delays Opening Feb. 13; Students Can Stay Up to Watch Super Bowl LVII
Wissahickon is among the Philadelphia area school districts that are delaying opening next Monday, owing to the Super Bowl. As…
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Two Montgomery County Firms Help Local Couple Create In-Home Gym, No Sweat
Homeowners seeking the benefits of fitness in the convenience of home are finding it by constructing their own in-home gyms.The…
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Norristown Sheriff’s Office Employee Pat Giambrone Retires Yet Again — It’s Her Third Try
Pat Giambrone “retired” from Norristown’s Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) twice before, but she kept being lured back. Oscar Gamble…
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Many Montco Workers See 14 Cents of Every Earned Dollar — the Highest Suburban Outlay — Zapped by One Expense
An economic analysis of 2,360 counties across 47 states reveals a notable hole in some Montgomery County employees wallets. The…
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