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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New Developments Translate into Bright Future for Pottstown
Several new developments in Pottstown, including a newly constructed downtown branch of Tompkins VIST Bank, are bringing hope that a…
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GOP, DNC Conventions Confim Voters’ Impulses in Montco
The voters of Pennsylvania, a central battleground in the presidential election, absorbed the parties’ nominating conventions with varying degrees of…
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All Indications Are That Housing Market in Montgomery County Is Healthy
A number of indicators in the first six months of the year point to a healthy housing market in the…
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DNC a Bigger Bonanza for Montgomery County Than Pope Francis
Of the 26 hotels in the region that the Democratic National Convention Committee awarded contracts to, 10 are located in…
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Montgomery County Boroughs Seeing a Main Street Resurgence
Summertime is prime time for fun in the boroughs of Montgomery County, and the seasonal surge in activity is proof…
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Officials Hope Road Construction Sparks Economic Renaissance in Norristown
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission will provide $66 million over the next eight years to help expand highway access through an…
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Ardmore, Bryn Athyn Rate Among Curbed Philly’s 14 Best Towns Outside of City
There are plenty of charming small towns scattered within two hours of Philadelphia that make for easy day trips or…
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Mini-Fitness Centers Spreading Like Wildfire in Montgomery County
Mini-fitness centers are popping up throughout the suburbs, particularly in Montgomery County, and often at your local shopping center, writes…
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MONTCO Today’s Complete Guide to All the Fourth of July Fun in Montgomery County
Independence Day lands on a Monday this year, providing a great opportunity for a three-day getaway from the usual workday…
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We Don’t All Start Our Work Days at the Same Time, Despite What Rush Hour Might Indicate
FlowingData – a website that explores how statisticians use analysis, visualization, and exploration to understand data and ourselves – crunched…
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Montgomery County Says Enough to Philadelphia Wage Tax
Montgomery County is losing millions in tax revenue a year as Philadelphia, unlike almost all other cities in the state,…
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Narberth, Ardmore, and Lower Merion Township Among State’s Top 10 Best Places to Live
Niche, a website that helps people discover the schools and neighborhoods that are right for them, recently released its annual…
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Construction of Multi-Units and Townhomes Surge in Montgomery County
Residential development in Montgomery County has seen a significant surge as townhomes and multi-unit buildings outpace newly built, detached homes…
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Montco Rolling Out the Red (and White and Blue) Carpet This Fourth of July
Thanks to the kindness of the calendar that puts July 4 on a Monday, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention…
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Train Station Lease Sparks Revitalization in Souderton
Thanks to a new lease on the train station, Souderton has become a hub of revitalization activity, writes Alan Heavens for…
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Smiles, Laughs Are Contagious in Montgomery County, One of America’s Happiest Places
Happiness seems to be more contagious in Montgomery County than it is in most places throughout America. According to a…
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Cheltenham’s $80 Million Sewer Project Forces Homeowners to Pitch In
A new sewer system is inevitable for Cheltenham Township, but the potential cost for many of its homeowners is causing…
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SEPTA Partners with Uber to Alleviate Station Parking Issues
Several of Montgomery County’s busiest stations will benefit from a test initiative as SEPTA partners with Uber this summer to…
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