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 – 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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New CEO, Bigger Vision: How Toll Brothers Plans to Dominate Luxury Homebuilding in 2026
Toll Brothers has never been a company that plays it small. Now, with a new CEO at the helm and…
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Cole Fisher Was Told He Might Never Walk Again. Now He’s Coaching the Team That Made Him
Cole Fisher was on the verge of everything he had worked for, writes Tom Moore for The Bucks County Courier…
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First Bank House of the Week: This Hidden North Wales Luxury Home Comes With Resort-Style Features
A $1.2 million estate in North Wales is offering buyers a rare combination of upscale living, natural privacy, and resort-style…
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Vote King of Prussia Mall No. 1 — And Here’s Why It Deserves the Crown
King of Prussia Mall has been nominated for USA TODAY’s Best Mall of 2026 — and it now needs YOUR…
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Pottstown’s GoFourth! Festival Is Back — and This Year, It’s Personal
Mark your calendar: July 4, 2026, Memorial Park, all day. The Pottstown GoFourth! Festival is returning for its 10th season,…
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Bed Bath & Beyond Is Staging a Dramatic Comeback in Montco Through a Bold New Partnership
Retail rarely gets second acts, but Bed Bath & Beyond might just be the exception, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The…
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A Jenkintown Nonprofit Is at the Heart of the Ebola Crisis Devastating Congo
A surgeon connected to a Jenkintown nonprofit is fighting for his life after contracting Ebola while treating patients in the…
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Montco Memorial Day 2026: Everything You Need to Make the Most of the Long Weekend
Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start of summer. It’s the one day set aside specifically to honor the…
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