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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VTCFB celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week’s ‘Travel Matters’
Today, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) gathered 250 members and guests at the newly renovated Blue Bell…
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Montgomery County Community College’s VP of Information Technology serves as 2019 commencement speaker
Not many people today can boast about a 50-year career at one organization, but Montgomery County Community College’s Vice President…
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Norristown students will shine at MCCC’s Expressive Path Arts Showcase in Pottstown
Montgomery County Community College will host the 0 from May 23 to June 21 at the Fine Art Gallery, North…
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Norristown Area School District takeover at Elmwood Park Zoo
What: Thanks to the Elmwood Park Zoo and its donors, first grade students from all six Norristown Area School District…
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Pope John Paul II High School opens its doors to legacy school alumni
When Pope John Paul II High School hosted an alumni event in January for graduates of Bishop Kenrick High School…
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Thank you to Philadelphia Orchestra for sold-out performance
On behalf of Arts Montco, and the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board staff and board of directors, I would…
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Philadelphia Orchestra wows crowd at the Keswick
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) and Arts Montco proudly presented musicians of the world-famous Philadelphia Orchestra at the…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board presents …
Arts Montco and the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) are proud to present musicians of the world-famous Philadelphia…
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Elmwood Park Zoo receives grant from Hess Foundation
Elmwood Park Zoo, the top private event venue in the Montgomery County, PA area, is pleased to announce that it has received…
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Hop aboard the Manayunk/ Norristown SEPTA line and follow all the stops to great hops… and barley
Bar crawls can be a blast, but the real challenge is getting from place to place, especially after your second…
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There’s still time to donate to Lt. Patty Simons Law Enforcement Food Drive
The 23rd Annual Lt. Patty Simons Law Enforcement Food Drive is Collecting Donations for six area food programs The 23rd…
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Red Cross: Urgent need for donations now; Give by Dec. 19, receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card in thanks
The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donors to give now to ensure blood is available for…
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CCATE wins prestigious Ohtli Award
CCATE (the Center for Culture, Art, Training and Education), located in Norristown, Pennsylvania, has just been named 2018 recipient of…
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Local auto dealers bring 8,700 new coats to children in Montgomery County
The Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation is distributing a record 51,696 brand-new winter coats to area children in need…
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Donate blood in memory of Bobby Natalini Jr.
Bobby Natalini Jr. was from Norristown, PA and attended Norristown Area High School. After being diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type…
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Norristown student chosen for Bank of America’s Student Leaders program
The prestige of being selected as a Bank of America Student Leader has given Norristown’s Darius Haynes the opportunity to…
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Red Cross issues urgent plea for blood donors
An emergency blood shortage is prompting the American Red Cross to issue an urgent call for eligible donors of all…
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SEPTA looking to hire engineering consultant for King of Prussia Rail
SEPTA is looking to hire an engineering consultant to “advance further engineering of the King of Prussia Rail extension of…
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