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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NAHS principal accentuates the positive about school, community
By Katie Kohler Norristown Area High School Principal Ed Roth is completing his first school year at the helm on…
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MCCC student activist Chardanay White named 2018 Newman Civic Fellow
While Chardanay White’s backpack is dotted with buttons showing her civic commitment, this Montgomery County Community College student from Norristown…
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Central Montco Technical High School to induct new class into alumni association
Central Montco Technical High School has launched the careers of countless craftsmen and professionals since the school opened 50 years…
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Demolition continues at future site of Royal Farms in Norristown
Demolition is continuing this week at Norristown Centre, Markley Street, to make room for the long-awaited Royal Farms convenience store.…
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Crate & Barrel calling on local school students for creative designs
An upscale furniture and design store is taking tips from area school students. Norristown Area School District students, along with…
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Symetra Tour player Emily Gimpel talks golf and upcoming Montco tournament
Montgomery County’s own Emily Gimpel came out to Raven’s Claw Golf Club just outside Pottstown Tuesday to talk about what…
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Philadelphia Eagles pep rally set for courthouse steps
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, Montgomery County Commissioners, Join Philadelphia Eagles Mascot, Montgomery County Mascots, NAHS Students are ready…
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Montco born golf architect Tom Fazio becoming a course owner
Tom Fazio is a Norristown native. During his teenage years the family moved to Lansdale and he graduated from Lansdale…
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Westrum cuts ribbon on new Luxor apartments
There has been great transformation on Sandy Street in Norristown. And the latest change is one that’s welcomed. A once…
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Westrum Development Company joins forces with local officials to give condemned building a new lease on life
Westrum Development Company, an award-winning residential real estate developer in the mid-Atlantic region, is pleased to announce the completion of…
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Businessman donates 10 Norristown houses to Habitat for Humanity
Sometimes it’s not about good business, it’s more about goodwill. Real estate investor and developer Lenny Bazemore is hoping his…
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Montgomery County Holiday Sharing programs needs donors
More and more Montgomery County businesses are encouraging their employees to play Santa for CADCOM’s Holiday Sharing program so that…
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Montco CAC donation has Norristown high football team flying high
The children shouting “Eagles! Eagles! Eagles!” at the Whitehall Elementary School Library were not cheering for Philly’s high-flying home team.…
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Great Christmas Tree giveaway tomorrow in Norristown
On Sat., Dec. 9th, from 9am to 1pm at the Norristown Police Department (235 Airy St. Norristown, PA 19401) the…
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Collegeville Italian Bakery honors DEC
Several batches of perfectly crisp, lightly sauced pizzas from Collegeville Italian Bakery Pizzeria Napoletana turned a regular pizza party into…
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King of Prussia Rail Line receiving resident push back
SEPTA’s proposed light rail service to King of Prussia got mixed reviews during a series of hearings last week.The $1.2…
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Elmwood Park Zoo planning a trolley stop, or two, for Norristown
You love spending the day at Elmwood Park Zoo, but wouldn’t it be nice to take a break from the…
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Annual Law Enforcement Food Drive takes off
The 22nd Annual Law Enforcement Food Drive is underway. In November of 2007 the food drive was renamed in dedication…
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