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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Valley Forge National Historical Park Marks 50 Years — and America’s 250th — With Three Days of Living History This July 4th Weekend
This Fourth of July weekend, one of the most storied sites in American history becomes the backdrop for a celebration…
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Former St. Gabriel’s Hall Site in Lower Providence Sells for $14.5M
A landmark Montgomery County property has changed hands, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 60-acre campus once…
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Governor Shapiro at the PGA: Billions In, More Coming
While most eyes at Aronimink Golf Club were tracking scorecards, Governor Josh Shapiro was working the gallery with a different…
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Tower Health’s Finances Are Complicated. Here’s an Honest Read.
Tower Health’s latest financials carry both a warning and a reason for cautious optimism, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia…
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A $400 Watch Triggered Mayhem at King of Prussia Mall
It was 4 AM on a Saturday morning when more than 100 police officers flooded the parking lot of King…
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The Hidden Revolutionary War Trail Buried Across Montgomery County
Most Americans know Valley Forge. The brutal winter. The frozen soldiers. Washington holding his army together by will alone. But…
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Bucks County Singles Are Ditching the Apps for This Husband-and-Wife Matchmaking Team
Julia Gold spent years on dating apps. The results were grim. “I had no luck for years. And I had…
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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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Hymie’s Deli Reubens Named the Best in the Country
Hymie’s Deli, Merion Station, is in the spotlight for its top-notch Reuben. Mashed.com’s Trevor Carlson calls it one of “the…
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A Record-Breaking $200M Sale Could Be Coming to Collegeville
Providence Town Center is back on the market, and the massive Collegeville shopping center could once again reshape Montgomery County’s…
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Susquehanna International Group, Jeff Yass, and the Prediction Market Gold Rush
Wall Street’s newest prediction markets gold rush is increasingly being shaped by Bala Cynwyd’s Susquehanna International Group. Founded by local…
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How a Lankenau’s Medical Center Is Teaching Thousands of Students About Puberty, Anatomy, and Wellness
Sixth-grade students from across the Philadelphia region are visiting Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood for a hands-on health education field…
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Addiction Impacts Entire Families. Be Part of the Conversation is Offering Free Support
For parents and guardians watching a loved one struggle with addiction, feeling helpless is often the hardest part. The late-night…
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VIDEO Series: CCRES Provides Dedicated Paraprofessionals to Help Their Student Thrive!
For some families, the transition into school comes with challenges far beyond the classroom. After undergoing intensive treatment for leukemia,…
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The Time Harry Truman Got Pulled Over on the Pennsylvania Turnpike
President Harry S. Truman often visited Pennsylvania, and one trip even involved a traffic stop on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for…
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This King of Prussia Sushi Spot Made Yelp’s 100 Best Restaurants in the U.S.
Five restaurants in Pennsylvania have been ranked as the best places to eat in the United States, and one of…
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A New Invasive Pest Has Arrived in Montgomery County, and It’s Not the Spotted Lanternfly
The invasive New Zealand mudsnail, which was present in Pennsylvania in only four bodies of water until recently, has spread…
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A Retro Schoolyard Game Is Making a Major Comeback in Montgomery County
Lunchtime looks a little different at La Salle College High School these days, writes Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia.…
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