Bala Cynwyd
Once the home of the NFL, Bala Cynwyd lies on the Philadelphia Main Line, bordering Philadelphia at City Avenue and the Schuylkill Expressway.
With a 2020 population of 9,285, this community has deep roots, settled by Welsh Quakers in the 1680s. Its historic commercial district on Montgomery Avenue features landmarks like the Bala Theater.
Bala Cynwyd’s diverse population enjoys a suburban feel with easy city access, appealing to Philadelphia commuters. The community is family-centric, with award-winning schools boasting notable residents like NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
Explore MONTCO Today’s 260+ archive stories about Bala Cynwyd.
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Thirty-One Montgomery County Companies Featured On Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Firms
Thirty-One Montgomery County companies are on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private firms, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia…
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Bala Cynwyd-Based Susquehanna International Group Settles TikTok Lawsuit by Former Contractors
Bala Cynwyd-based Susquehanna International Group has settled a lawsuit from former contractors who claimed they were entitled to part of…
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Montgomery County Moguls Among Forbes’ Newest Billionaires
Montgomery County is home to several of the newest billionaires featured on Forbes’ 2025 list of the world’s richest people,…
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TikTok Trial Puts Bala Cynwyd’s Susquehanna International Group in the Spotlight
A high-stakes trial is underway in Norristown that could impact billions tied to TikTok, and Susquehanna International Group is at…
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Nine Montco Cities Rank Among Pennsylvania’s Fastest‑Growing Home Prices
Nine Montgomery County cities are among those with the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania, according to a new report by…
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Mama’s Pizzeria in Bala Cynwyd Makes Some of Best Hoagies in Pennsylvania and Beyond
Family-owned Mama’s Pizzeria in Bala Cynwyd has been serving some of the best hoagies in Pennsylvania and beyond since the…
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BRWN GRL Wellness Studio Opens in Bala Cynwyd With Inclusive Vision
BRWN GRL Wellness Studio is now open in Bala Cynwyd, offering a fresh take on self-care, writes Shaunice Ajiwe for…
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Ben Shibe: The Bala Cynwyd Man Who Revolutionized Baseball (Twice)
Before Babe Ruth, there was Bala Cynwyd’s Ben Shibe, a name every baseball fan should know, writes Clayton Trutor for…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Turns Poker Into a Wall Street Skill
Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass isn’t just a co-founder of the powerhouse trading firm Susquehanna International Group, writes Henry Mance…
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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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Wynnewood’s Bleni Blends Making Waves After Its ‘Shark Tank’ Debut
Wynnewood’s Peter and Stuart Shapiro are the duo behind Bleni Blends, a kiosk that dispenses all-natural, shelf-stable fruit smoothies in…
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Plans Underway to Redevelop Former Melrose Country Club
A century-old golf course in Cheltenham could soon be transformed into a vibrant mixed-use community, writes Ryan Mulligan for the…
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Federal Realty Marks Major Milestone in Bala Cynwyd Redevelopment
The transformation of Bala Cynwyd’s retail corridor just hit a high point. Federal Realty Investment Trust and CBG Building Company…
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A Special Case in Lower Merion May Dictate Gun Sales Across the State
The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court will soon rule on whether Lower Merion can regulate where guns are sold, writes Katie Bernard…
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Grab Some of Best Cheesesteaks in Region at These Montco Spots
Philadelphia’s iconic cheesesteak is a regional obsession – and Montgomery County serves up some of the best, write Craig LaBan,…
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Jeff Yass Nearly Doubled His Net Worth Last Year – Now You Can Track How He Spends It
Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass, Pennsylvania’s richest person, nearly doubled his net worth to $50 billion last year thanks to…
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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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Butterflies and Bold Colors Make Bala Cynwyd Couple’s Wedding Unforgettable
Nisha Dent and Kevin Crawley, a Bala Cynwyd couple, got married surrounded by electric colors and butterflies in honor of…
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