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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Norristown Fire Chief’s Memorial Renovations Start After Fire
Renovations have started on Fire Chief’s Memorial in Elmwood Park, nine months after the beloved Norristown landmark was destroyed by…
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Norristown’s Asylon Sends Robot Dogs to Guard Major Stadiums
Asylon, a cutting-edge robotics company based in Norristown, is turning heads with its fleet of robot dogs and drones, writes…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Welcomes Guests to a Nocturnal Adventure
Ever wondered what the animals are up to after dark? Elmwood Park Zoo invites families to find out with its…
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Montco State Rep Greg Scott Wants to Shrink PA’s School Districts
Montgomery County State Rep. Greg Scott believes Pennsylvania’s 500 public school districts may be too many, writes Matthew Rink for…
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MCCC Graduate Named National Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Recipient
A recent Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) graduate just had his dream of completing a bachelor’s degree debt-free come one…
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Top Pride Events in Montco
Montgomery County encourages you to embrace your pride this month at its various events and activities! Whether you are celebrating your own unique…
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MontCo Walmarts to Launch Modern Upgrades to Enhance Shopper Experience
The Pottstown and Norristown Walmarts are preparing to enhance their shopping experience, writes PhillyBite Magazine. The retail giant will renovate…
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Write-In Campaign Falls Short, Reshaping Norristown Area School Board
Latino representation is likely to come to an end on the Norristown Area School Board, writes Katie Bernard for the…
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Norristown Area School District Leads by Example with Safety
Norristown Area School District is redefining school safety with a comprehensive strategy, writes Dan Weltin for Facilities Net. The strategy…
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Norristown Homeless Shelter is One Step Closer to Reality
Montgomery County has cleared another hurdle for the new Norristown homeless shelter after the Norristown Zoning Hearing Board approved its…
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Cavan Sullivan Makes U.S. Open a Family Tradition
For Norristown‘s Cavan Sullivan and his brother Quinn, soccer isn’t just a sport, it’s a family heirloom passed from generation…
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Grandmother Paves the Way for Granddaughter’s Journey into Speech-Language Pathology
When Jenna Nurick ‘26SLP was in high school, she wasn’t sure whether she wanted to be a Teacher or go into medicine.…
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Norristown’s Geno Auriemma Challenged Women’s Basketball to Rise to UConn’s Level
Norristown native Geno Auriemma led the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team to its 12th national championship, ending a nine-year…
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Montgomery County Home Prices Defy National Slowdown
While the national housing market is experiencing a slowdown, Montgomery County continues to see notable growth in home values, write…
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Norristown’s Riverfront Park Shines After Muddy Cleanup Mission
Rain and mud didn’t stop a determined group of volunteers from sprucing up Riverfront Park in Norristown over the weekend,…
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Sibling Rivalry Fuels Norristown’s Soccer Phenom Cavan Sullivan
Norristown native Cavan Sullivan may be just 14, but his soccer journey is already the stuff of legend, writes Tom…
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Montgomery County Vice Chair Commissioner Winder Honors Local Women Owned Businesses, Entrepreneurs
Montgomery County’s thriving women-owned business community earned the spotlight at a recent Board of Commissioners’ meeting. Following a meet-and-greet with…
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Montco Leaders Warn SEPTA Cuts Threaten Regional Livability
Montgomery County leaders are raising the alarm as SEPTA warns of deep service cuts tied to a looming $213 million…
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