Montgomery County
Montgomery County, or “Montco” as it’s colloquially known, is a vibrant blend of history, diversity, and modernity. The third-most populous county in Pennsylvania, Montgomery County is home to landmarks like Valley Forge National Historical Park and the King of Prussia Mall.
The county is not just a suburb of Philadelphia but a major employment center in its own right. With business parks in King of Prussia, Blue Bell, Lansdale, Fort Washington, and more, the county attracts workers from all over the region.
Montco is home to several colleges and universities, including Montgomery County Community College, Bryn Mawr College, and Penn State Abington.
Featuring a robust economy and rich educational and historical offerings, Montco is a dynamic place to live, work, study, shop, and play.
Explore our archive of nearly 300 stories about Montco’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Ardmore Mom Keeps Tradition Alive with Gold $1 Sacagawea Coin from Tooth Fairy
As more parents leave up to $20 or even $50 under their kids’ pillows from the Tooth Fairy, an Ardmore…
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Pennsylvania American Water Encourages 20,000 Customers to Verify Eligibility for Bill Discount Program
The average customer enrolled in Pennsylvania American Water’s H2O Help to Others customer assistance Bill Discount Program saves between $17.66 and $64.99 on…
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Girls Wrestling in Upper Perkiomen School District Finding Its Footing with Help from Local Family
A family of wrestlers are helping girls wrestling find its footing in the Upper Perkiomen School District, reports Matteo Iadonisi…
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Delicious Flavors of Ethiopia Await at Ardmore’s Eshkol
Eshkol, a family restaurant on Lancaster Avenue in Ardmore, brings the delicious flavors of Ethiopia to the Main Line, writes…
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Wynnewood’s Ethan Mazer and The Big Business of Bar and Bat Mitzvahs
Wynnewood’s Ethan Mazer had a modest bar mitzvah in 2011, held at a synagogue hall with a DJ and dance…
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Glenside Hosts First-Ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival on March 8
Glenside, home to one of the nation’s oldest 4th of July parades, will celebrate its Irish heritage with the first-ever…
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Montgomery County’s Must-Visit Diners: A Guide to Local Favorites
Montgomery County is home to some of the best diners around. Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty breakfast,…
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Mausoleum Door Thefts Hit SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Marple
Thieves are stealing mausoleum doors from cemeteries around the region, including at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery in Marple and…
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King of Prussia’s Restaurant Week & Shops for CHOP Aim to Raise Funds for Children’s Hospital
The King of Prussia District is gearing up for its annual KOP Restaurant Week and KOP Shops for CHOP, writes…
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SPS Technologies Faces Uncertain Future After Devastating Factory Fire in Abington
SPS Technologies‘ massive fire earlier this month leaves an uncertain future for the Abington industrial pillar, writes Beatrice Forman and…
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Keystone Begins Transformation of Plymouth Meeting Mall Office into Luxury Apartments
Keystone Development + Investment began converting a long-vacant office building next to the Plymouth Meeting Mall into a modern residential…
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Norristown State Hospital Transformation Project Approved
Plans for what is being called the largest development project in Montgomery County’s history are moving forward, according to a…
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Temple University Grad Russell Bryant Sues Alma Mater For His Email Address
Worcester real estate attorney Russell Bryant is suing his alma mater, Temple University over its decision to deactivate alumni email…
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Hatboro’s Azzur Group Files for Chapter 11, Plans $56M Sale of Consulting Division
Hatboro-based life sciences consulting firm Azzur Group has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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Montgomery County Demands Release of $5M HUD Grant to Prevent Homelessness Crisis
Montgomery County officials are demanding the release of $5 million in federal grant funding, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch.…
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Dollar Tree Snaps Up Former Party City Location in Montgomeryville
Dollar Tree has submitted the winning bid for the former Party City space in the Montgomery Square Shopping Center in…
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‘Felt Monster Project’ Connects Abington Middle School Eighth Graders With Their Kindergarten Counterparts
Felt Monster Project at Abington Middle School creates a kinship between eighth-grade students and their kindergarten counterparts, reports Matteo Iadonisi…
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First Bank House of the Week: Classic Charm Meets Modern Upgrades in This $1.9M Penn Valley Home
A stunning stone Colonial home in Penn Valley is now on the market for $1,900,000, offering a perfect blend of…
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