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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End of an Era: Bryn Mawr Birth Center Closes After Delivering 16,000 Babies
Bryn Mawr’s The Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center recently closed its doors, leaving behind memories, gratitude, and growing concern over…
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SEPTA Makes Plans That Could Reshape Montco Living
Montgomery County communities are at the center of SEPTA’s latest strategy to reshape how and where people live near transit,…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Joel Richardson, Owner and Comedy Producer, SunnyBrook Ballroom and SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook
Joel Richardson, Owner of The SunnyBrook Ballroom in Pottstown and Comedy Producer at SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook, spoke with MONTCO Today…
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Philadelphia Magazine Crowns New Montgomery County Hoagie Champ, Vaunting an Eagles-Style Underdog
Just in time for Super Bowl 2023 nourishment, Philadelphia Magazine has cited some of the best hoagies in the area.…
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Pacitti Brothers Serve Up Scoops of Nostalgia in the Heart of Hatboro
For brothers Chris and Frank Pacitti, opening Pacitti Brothers Hot Dogs & Ice Cream in Hatboro last month was never…
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Elkins Park’s Abrams Realty Adds Fitness Concept to Growing Retail Portfolio
An Elkins Park-based real estate firm is continuing its expansion across the region with a new retail move in Philadelphia,…
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Montco’s Fastest-Growing Companies Are Scaling Up Fast
Montgomery County businesses are making a strong showing on this year’s fastest-growing companies list, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia…
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First Bank House of the Week: Villanova Estate Blends Mid-Century Style with Modern Upgrades
Listed at $1,995,000, this fully renovated Villanova estate blends mid-century modern design with high-end upgrades — and you can explore…
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Lower Merion Liberty Girls Ice Hockey Crowned 2026 Flyers Cup Winners
The Lower Merion Liberty girls ice hockey team has won the 2026 Flyers Cup championship and is bringing home the…
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Peace of Mind Moving Managers Help Seniors – and Anyone Else – Downsize and Declutter
For many Montgomery County residents, spring cleaning can feel overwhelming, but for Paula DuPont, it’s a chance to create clarity…
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Five Generations of Homemade Chocolate: Look Inside Asher’s Chocolate Co.
Founded in Germantown in 1892, Asher’s Chocolate Co. is today based in Souderton and operated by the fifth generation of…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children…
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Horsham’s Former Farm and Fisherman Site Gets New Life
A new restaurant concept is headed to the former home of Farm and Fisherman Tavern in Horsham, according to Dino…
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Giant Closes Willow Grove Center as Strategy Shifts
Giant is shutting down a fulfillment center in Willow Grove and others as the grocery chain transitions away from centralized…
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Costco Eyes Alcohol Sales at King of Prussia Store
Shoppers at King of Prussia’s Costco may soon be able to add wine or beer to their bulk-buy runs, writes…
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Bala Cynwyd’s St. Joe’s Names New Leader for Field Hockey Program
A new era is beginning for Saint Joseph’s University field hockey following one of the most successful stretches in program…
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New Lankenau President Gets to Work Amid Rising Patient Demand
Weeks after stepping into the role, the new leader at Lankenau Medical Center is beginning to outline her vision for…
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Bala Cynwyd Man Creates Plague-Inspired Cocktails
What was once his least favorite holiday has become a creative passion project for a Bala Cynwyd resident, writes Denali…
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