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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See Which Montgomery County Tracks Are Among 21 Best Bike Trails in Philadelphia Area
Four Montgomery County bike trails are among the 21 best trails in the Philadelphia region that are sure to appeal…
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Willow Grove-to-Harrisburg Bike Riders Honor EMS Workers Taken in the Line of Duty
A three-day bike ride between Montgomery County and Harrisburg had 50 cyclists covering 150 miles to memorialize emergency medical services…
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As Part of Statewide Effort, All Three Montco Wegmans Locations Are Phasing Out Plastic Bags
Wegmans, the New York-based grocery store, has enforced the ban of plastic bags in its Pennsylvania stores beginning on Sept.…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: A Home That’s Got Lots in Pottstown
121 North Adams Street, Pottstown, is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom twin that was originally built just west of The Hill School…
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Glenside’s Carminati Creamery Is the Home of Delicious Gelato, Just in Time for Summer’s Last Hurrah
In the heart of Keswick Village, the Carminati Creamery offers up delicious creamy gelato, reports Ben Bergman for GlensideLocal.com. Co-owner…
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Alabama-Based Health System Expands into Eagleville with Rehab Hospital
Encompass Health plans to build 50-bed inpatient rehab hospital on Audubon Road in Eagleville. Jeff Ward, WFMZ 69 News, exercised…
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Montgomery County Students at Immaculata Receive Scholarships to Finish Nursing Degrees
The Chester County Economic Development Foundation (CCEDF), through Health Care Connect, has funded Immaculata University $32,000 to be used toward scholarships for…
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New Café in Ardmore Specializes in Beverages from Sunup (Coffee) to Sundown (Cocktails)
Char & Stave, which opened in Ardmore in March, represents an entrepreneurial ah-ha moment of its founder, Jared Adkins. What…
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8 Private High Schools in Montgomery County are Among 25 Best in Pennsylvania
Montgomery County is home to eight of the 25 best private high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a recent report…
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Conshohocken Brothers, Self-Taught Vintners, Uncork Urban Winery in Philadelphia
Two Conshohocken brothers — Tim and Mike Capuzzi — have taken their self-taught vintner skills and turned them into a…
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Montco Private Schools — Eager to Remain Competitive — Embark on Infrastructure Improvement Projects
Schools nationwide are upping the ante on the amenities — both scholastic and extracurricular — with which they aim to…
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Lansdale Pop-Punk Musician Turns ‘Sadness into Useful Tools for Others’
Had the story of pop-punk band Surprise Years been pitched as a film, no self-respecting Hollywood producer would consider it.…
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Lansdale Celebrates Sesquicentennial: 150 Years of Being a Bustling Borough
Whereas the rest of Montgomery County is rather quiet — neighbors are on vacation, kids remain still in the afternoon…
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Addison Bay, Local Activewear Brand, Reverse Migrates from the Shore to Ardmore
Many residents leave Montgomery County each summer to trek to the Jersey Shore, even briefly. Retail CEO and founder Marguerite…
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Development Deal Will Cause Norristown State Hospital Campus Residents to Lose Their Home & Services
People with serious mental illness currently living on the Norristown State Hospital campus are set to lose their home and…
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A Plan to Expand: Almac Group Intends Big Things for Its North American HQ in Souderton
Almac Group is planning a major expansion to its North American headquarters in Souderton that will considerably increase the company’s…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Bev Weinberg, Founder and Executive Director at Integrate for Good
Bev Weinberg, Founder and Executive Director of Integrate for Good, spoke with MONTCO Today about her life growing up in…
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Local EMS Squads Facing Financial Crisis, Ask for State and Municipality Support
Local EMS squads spend their days responding to emergencies and saving lives, but now they are the ones that need…
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