Norristown
Norristown is a historic home rule municipality and the county seat of Montgomery County, located just six miles northwest of Philadelphia along the Schuylkill River.
With a population of 35,748 as of the 2020 census, it is one of the most populous boroughs in Pennsylvania. Norristown’s rich history dates back to 1704, and it was incorporated as a borough in 1812.
The town’s economy has transitioned from its industrial roots to a more service-oriented focus, while facing challenges such as urban decay.
Cultural highlights include the Elmwood Park Zoo and Theatre Horizon, offering residents diverse recreational opportunities.
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Your Guide to 4th of July Fireworks in Montgomery County
Fireworks, parades, and festivals — the 4th of July is the perfect time to celebrate Independence Day with friends and…
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Norristown Native Charles L. Blockson, Prominent Historian and Scholar, Remembered
Norristown native Charles L. Blockson, a prominent historian who was the architect behind some of the nation’s most prestigious collections…
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Diamondbacks First Baseman Talks Growing Up in Norristown
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker walked onto Citizens Bank Park recently in a game against the Phillies, making it…
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Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in Montgomery County
Montgomery County proudly honors and celebrates Juneteenth, a national holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in…
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Norristown’s Gotwals Elementary School Named After Man Who Championed Quality Education
Gotwals Elementary School in Norristown was named after the man who championed quality education and implemented and achieved many high…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Leon Spencer, CCRES Board Member and Chair of Franklin Mint Credit Union’s Board
Leon Spencer, CCRES board member and Chair of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union‘s board of directors, spoke with MONTCO Today…
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Norristown Official’s Plan: Bus Borough’s Homeless to Villanova University
Norristown Council President Thomas Lepera said he plans to bus homeless living in the borough to the Villanova University campus,…
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Norristown Track Great’s Scholarship Fund Hit the Ground Running
Not long before he died of brain cancer in 2020, Ron Livers, a Norristown track and field great who was…
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New Mural Installations Celebrate Montgomery County’s Iconic Landmarks
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After Spending Years Vacant, Former Kennedy-Kenrick Site in Norristown to Be Developed
Housing development is slated to begin on the former Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School site in Norristown after the property sat…
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Education and a Strong Support System Helped a Norristown Native Achieve His CEO Dreams
Lloyd Yates, president and chief execute officer of NiSource, a large utility company based in Columbus, Ohio, is living a…
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Two Montgomery County Distilleries Among Top Ten in the Philadelphia Region
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Elmwood Park Zoo Lays Out Ambitious Expansion Plan on Eve of Its Centennial
Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown will be celebrating its 100th anniversary next year, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. For the…
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Wall Street Journal: Norristown Man Proof That Reports of Demise of Skinny Jeans Are Greatly Exaggerated
While Gen Z has long bemoaned skinny jeans for men, Norristown resident Kwame Stroman said that older generations are still…
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Norristown Company Poised to Solve a Critical Problem in This Fast-Growing Sport
Norristown-based Superior Play Systems is meeting the fast-growing demand for backyard pickleball courts with a recently developed PickleGrip surface, writes…
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Officials Seek Input on Norristown Community Facilities Project
Montgomery County officials are holding meetings and conducting surveys with the community to best assess how to spend the $7…
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Norristown Justice Center Makes Progress in Second Phase
The construction for Norristown’s Justice Center project is making progress in its second phase. On Wednesday, Montgomery County officials gathered…
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Montgomery County Pet-Friendly Destinations Are a Guaranteed Tail-Wagging Good Time
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