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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Earth Day Takes Root in Pottstown with Massive Tree-Planting Project
Earth Day was transformative at Pottstown High School this year, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstwon Mercury. In one of…
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Kieffer’s Appliances in Lansdale Leads the Charge as Smart Kitchens Go Mainstream
The kitchen of the future is already here, and Kieffer’s Appliances in Lansdale is making sure Montgomery County residents are…
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Josh Shapiro Brings Community Back to Governor’s Home After Arson Attack
Less than two weeks after an arson attempt shook the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence, Josh Shapiro turned heartbreak into hope, welcoming…
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Six Abandoned Dogs in Care of Montgomery County SPCA as Cheltenham Township Seeks Responsible Party
Six dogs abandoned in cages behind a shopping center are now in the care of Montgomery County SPCA in Conshohocken,…
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Production Wraps for Bradley Cooper’s Latest Directorial Project
Jenkintown native, Bradley Cooper has wrapped production on his newest film, Is This Thing On?, writes Katcy Stephan for Variety.…
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Story of Abington’s Radical Abolitionist Makes Debut on Philadelphia Stage
The Return of Benjamin Lay, the story of a radical Abington abolitionist, arrives in Philadelphia for the first time, with…
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MCCC Hosts 58th Annual Student Art Exhibition
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) invites the community to enjoy the vast showcase of student artwork currently on display now…
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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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Schradergroup Acquisition Brings Conshohocken Design Expertise to National Stage
Conshohocken-based Schradergroup has been acquired by Hord Coplan Macht, a major architecture firm headquartered in Baltimore, writes Melody Simmons for…
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Matt Strahm and King of Prussia’s Victus Sports Surprise Local Team with Custom Gloves
Before the Phillies took the field Friday night, one of their own delivered a major-league moment off the diamond—thanks in…
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Historic Penn Valley Carriage House with Private Golf Greens Hits Market for $2.3M
A rare blend of Main Line history and modern luxury is for sale in Penn Valley, complete with a (partial)…
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Germantown Academy’s Jianna Kim Carries Family Legacy as Special Olympics Volunteer
Germantown Academy senior Jianna Kim is continuing a family legacy through her volunteer work with Special Olympics Pennsylvania, according to…
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Conshohocken’s Jen Benner Embraces Low-Buy Living—And Inspires Others to Do the Same
In an era of one-click shopping and instant gratification, Conshohocken real estate agent Jen Benner is opting for something a…
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SEPTA Cuts Would Derail Economic Growth and Workforce Mobility in the Suburban Counties
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is not just a transit system. It is the lifeblood of our region’s economy,…
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New CEO of Blue Bell-Based Unisys Sees Opportunity for Local Growth
Mike Thomson, who became CEO of Blue Bell-based Unisys on April 1, plans to expand the company’s presence in the…
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Norristown’s Geno Auriemma Challenged Women’s Basketball to Rise to UConn’s Level
Norristown native Geno Auriemma led the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team to its 12th national championship, ending a nine-year…
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Flakely Gluten Free to Launch New Sweet Dispenser in Ambler
Flakely Gluten Free bakery, known across the region for its network of “pastry ATMs,” is set to debut a new…
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VFTCB Sends ‘Freedom from Hunger’ Update to Pope Francis, Receives Blessedly Encouraging Reply
Publisher’s Note: This post from our archives is shared in memory of Pope Francis, who passed away this morning at…
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