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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Jenkintown Native Bradley Cooper Eyes ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ Prequel with Margot Robbie
Bradley Cooper, a Jenkintown native, is in talks to write and direct the Ocean’s Eleven prequel, with plans to co-star…
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After 25 Years of Work, Speaker’s House in Trappe to Open for First Time This Weekend
After 25 years of work, Montgomery County will celebrate the dedication of the Speaker’s House in Trappe this weekend, marking…
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The ‘Godfather of Meat’ Discovers Lafayette Hill’s Ye Olde Ale House Roast Beef
People have been driving from all over Pennsylvania for decades for the delicious roast beef at Ye Olde Ale House…
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MCCC Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Earns 2025 REACH Recognition
Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Alpha Kappa Zeta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), the international honor society for two-year colleges, recently celebrated a…
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Baiadas Named Manor College 2026 Commencement Speakers
Mark and Ann Baiada have been named Manor College’s 2026 Commencement Speakers. “I’ve had the blessing of knowing Ann and…
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Data Center Debate Heats Up in Limerick as Secrecy Concerns Surface
Concerns of transparency circle the proposed data center debate in Limerick Township, according to Ford Turner for The Center Square. …
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Montco Federal Donuts Location Shuts Down as Brand Regroups
Federal Donuts & Chicken is reshaping its footprint, and Montco is feeling the impact, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Returns to Huntingdon Valley After Fall Shutdown
The Huntingdon Valley location of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is making a comeback as one of five…
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King of Prussia’s Victus Teams Up to Change MLB Bat Design
King of Prussia bat-making company, Victus Sports, is making major moves as baseball’s latest equipment innovation gains traction across the…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Expands Beyond Gun Detection Technology
Conshohocken AI security company ZeroEyes announced a major expansion of its reach as demand for more advanced security solutions grows. …
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Inside the Mall That Became a Mini-City in Montgomery County
Few places in Montgomery County can overwhelm quite like the King of Prussia Mall, writes The Northeast Times. With more…
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Four Montgomery County Pizza Spots Among Best Newcomers in Philadelphia Region
This year has brought new energy to the Philadelphia region pizza scene, with several newcomers serving standout slices and pies,…
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Why Boomi’s Founder Keeps Betting on Philly’s Tech Scene
When Boomi founder Rick Nucci talks about building successful tech companies, his answer starts locally, including Conshohocken, writes Bonnie Ravina…
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Lower Merion Parents Alerted to Potential Payout in Student Data Case
Some families in Lower Merion Township may be eligible for compensation as part of a settlement tied to the widely…
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Ambler’s New Ridge Hall Was Built on Vision — and C&N’s Willingness to Bet on the Unconventional
A once-aging industrial warehouse in Ambler with decades of wear and an uncertain future was recently reimagined as a community…
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First Bank House of the Week: Villanova Home for Sale Offers Bold Design in a Private Setting
Listed at $1,475,000, this architecturally distinctive Villanova home offers a striking blend of modern design and serene privacy in Lower…
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New Text Service Aims to Make Montco Government More Accessible
Reaching your local government just got a little easier, thanks to a new initiative from the Montgomery County Recorder of…
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Shapiro Dodges 2028 Question—but the Money and Momentum Are There
During a high-profile appearance in New York City this week, Montgomery County’s own Josh Shapiro found himself fielding questions about…
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