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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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is looking to add two experienced finance professionals to its team — and both positions come…
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From Survivor to Counselor: How Manor College Helped Olivia Morton Find Her Purpose
At 16 years old, Olivia Morton sat alone on a couch in a dark room, barely able to function. Two…
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$100M Redevelopment Aims to Turn Plymouth Meeting Mall Into Montco’s Next Town Center
A major transformation is on the horizon for the Plymouth Meeting Mall, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Reclectic Closing in Philly, Reopening Bigger at Willow Grove
Reclectic is packing up in Northeast Philadelphia and heading to Montco, where it will debut a significantly larger store at…
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Your Dog Deserves a Zoo Day. Elmwood Park Zoo Agrees.
Dog Days are back at Elmwood Park Zoo, writes ABC7 Los Angeles. The program gives Montgomery County pet owners another…
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Inside the Forgotten Museum Where 11,000 Black Civil War Heroes Reclaim Their Place in History
The Camp William Penn Museum near Elkins Park preserves one of the most important but often overlooked chapters of Civil…
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A Vanishing Piece of American Life: Inside One of Montco’s Last Surviving 24-Hour Diners
There is something quietly defiant about a diner that never closes. While most suburban restaurants darken their windows well before…
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MCCC Nursing Graduates Celebrated at 2026 Pinning Ceremony
Twenty-seven new nurses are ready to join the healthcare workforce after completing the Dr. Stuart H. & Sandra K. Fine…
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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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Act II Playhouse to Host Free Student Performance of ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ for Area Students
Act II Playhouse will welcome students from Mercy Career and Technical School for a special free matinee performance of the…
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Wawa Wins Battle to Sell Alcohol in Hatboro
After an uphill battle, Hatboro’s Wawa now serves alcohol, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Last year, the convenience store…
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Eagles Autism Foundation and Action Behavior Centers Open Doors to Autism Care in Montco
A new autism therapy center is opening in Horsham, and one of the Philadelphia region’s most recognizable organizations is helping…
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Temple Ambler’s Legendary Corpse Flower Unleashes Its Revolting, Glorious Bloom
Something at Temple University’s Ambler campus smelled like death this week, and hundreds of people showed up for it anyway,…
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Is Your Business Immigration Compliant? This Event Will Answer Your Questions
With federal immigration enforcement making headlines and workplace audits on the rise, Montgomery County employers have questions — and the…
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Meet the Class of 2026: Loujain Ahmed, Commencement Student Speaker
For Loujain Ahmed, community college was never a stepping stone — it was a launch pad. The 20-year-old West Philadelphia…
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Governor Shapiro and First Lady Stop by Elmwood Park Zoo — and Yes, They Fed a Giraffe
Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro recently paid a visit to Elmwood Park Zoo, touring the newly completed…
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Enjoy Outdoor Dining in Montgomery County at These Local Restaurants
With summer nearly here, it is a prime time to start enjoying al fresco dining at one of the local…
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How One Montco Township Fought Back Against Development and Won
Sixty-two acres of open farmland in Montgomery County came within a vote of becoming hundreds of apartments and office buildings,…
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