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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Workforce Program Paves the Way to a New Career Path
After COVID-19 disrupted the restaurant industry, Keith Beaver of Birdsboro decided it was time for a change. With more than…
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Police Warn Residents of Coyote Sightings in Lansdale
Lansdale Police are alerting residents about recent Eastern coyote sightings around Wissahickon Park, near East Main Street, Knapp Road, and…
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King of Prussia Mall Expands with New Stores and Eateries
The King of Prussia Mall, Pennsylvania’s largest shopping center, continues to expand with new stores and upcoming openings, reports Daniel…
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Historic Philadelphia Cricket Club at the Heart of Major Golf Tournament Excitement
Greater Philadelphia’s burgeoning interest in professional golf is evident, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Soon, Flourtown will…
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Lansdale Explores Potential Energy Corridor Partnership with Neighboring Towns
Lansdale officials are considering a new regional energy partnership that could enhance electricity resilience and lower costs, writes Dan Sokil…
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Ardmore’s Thriving Food, Drink, and Shopping Scene Is Becoming Suburbs’ Answer to Fishtown
Ardmore is brimming with hip restaurants, bars, and small businesses, and transforming this bustling Montgomery County town into the Fishtown…
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Meghan Markle to Debut American Riviera Orchard Brand at Netflix Pop-Up Store in King of Prussia Mall
Meghan Markle is going to debut her American Riviera Orchard at the Netflix pop-up stores in two American mega-malls, including…
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Audubon’s Globus Medical Makes Game-Changing Acquisition
Audubon-based Globus Medical has announced its acquisition of California life sciences company Nevro Corp. for $250 million in cash, writes…
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Conshohocken’s Hamilton Lane Surpasses Target with Over $615 Million in Funding
Conshohocken-based Hamilton Lane raised $615.3 million in its first venture-focused fund, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Yum Yum Bake Shop in Colmar Has the ‘Go Birds’ Treats
Yum Yum Bake Shop in Colmar is fully stocked for the Super Bowl, offering a variety of Eagles-themed treats, including…
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Beloved Pastor, Plymouth Meeting’s Father Kilgallon Remembered
Father John J. Kilgallon, 81, of Plymouth Meeting, a beloved Catholic priest, educator, and former pastor, died on Dec. 26…
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St. Joe’s Forward Laura Ziegler Makes History with Parents in the Stands
St. Joseph’s women’s basketball team jokes that its international players excel when family visits—Laura Ziegler proved it true, writes Mia…
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Bradley Cooper Talks Fatherhood and Football After the Super Bowl
Bradley Cooper and his daughter, Lea, were among the Philadelphia Eagles’ biggest fans at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans,…
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First Bank House of the Week: Historic Abington Estate Blends 18th-Century Charm with Modern Luxury
For those seeking a blend of history and modern luxury, Highland Farm Manor in Abington, listed at $1,495,000, is a…
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Upper Dublin Teen Captivates Internet with Spirited Pre-Super Bowl Speech
Thirteen-year-old Ethan Kim from Upper Dublin took the internet by storm with his electric airport speech ahead of the Eagles’…
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Penn Community Bank Releases 2024 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank has released its 2024 Impact Report. This annual report details the bank and its charitable arm, Penn…
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Reinventing Success: MCCC’s Medical Billing Program Opens New Doors
For more than a decade, Anne Yates of Mont Clare excelled in the fast-paced world of information technology (IT), but…
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Pottstown GoFourth! Festival Returns to Memorial Park for 8th Year
The Pottstown GoFourth! Festival will return to Memorial Park on Friday, Jul. 4, 2025, marking the 8th year of this…
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