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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Act II Playhouse Presents a Heartwarming Comedy Drama Starring Penelope Reed of ‘Eleanor’
Act II Playhouse has revealed its latest production, Grace and Glorie, a heartwarming comedy/drama by Tom Ziegler. The production stars…
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Main Line Health’s Fiscal Performance Improved According to S&P Global Ratings
S&P Global Ratings improved its rating of Main Line Health from ‘negative’ to ‘stable,’ writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream’s Major Greater Philadelphia Expansion Kicks Off with Ardmore Location in March
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is planning to at least triple its Greater Philadelphia presence in the coming years, starting with…
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Roslyn’s Patricia O’Donnell Bakes Goods to Support People Experiencing Homelessness
Patricia O’Donnell makes and distributes delicious baked goods to people experiencing homelessness, writes Jon Caroulis for Billy Penn at WHYY. The…
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The Public Interest Law Center Fought to Bring More Funding to Norristown and Other School Districts
The Public Interest Law Center sued the state of Pennsylvania and won over an unconstitutional school funding system, writes Maddie…
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Conshohocken Real Estate Firm CenterSquare Has Big Plans for 2025
Conshohocken real estate firm CenterSquare Investment Management plans to expand its retail portfolio, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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Montgomery County SPCA Overhauls Leadership Following Scandal and Mismanagement
The Montgomery County SPCA has completely overhauled its management structure, writes Max Marin for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The animal shelter…
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Bryn Mawr’s Kat Dennings Reprises Her ‘Thor’ Role in Bizarre ‘What If…?’ Episode
Bryn Mawr native Kat Dennings reprised her role from the popular Marvel movie Thor in a bizarre episode of the…
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After Years of Competing, Two Montco Friends Dream of Joining Philly Pro Soccer Team
North Wales’ Mackenzie Pluck and Gwynedd Valley’s Giovanna DeMarco have been competing in soccer since their youth and now hope…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer More than a Dozen Free Business Webinars in January
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, numerous SCORE Bucks County January webinars for entrepreneurs and…
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MCCC Nursing Pinning Ceremony Honors New Graduates
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) recently celebrated the graduation of 28 nursing students from the Dr. Stuart H. & Sandra…
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Register Now for the Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run
The 18th Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run invites runners of all skill levels to take on a unique challenge…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES professional staff are used in schools, in the home, and in the community to help children and adults challenged…
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Discovery Labs Works on Massive Financing Deal to Settle Debt
Brian O’Neill, developer of Discovery Labs in King of Prussia, is completing a $1 billion financing package to recapitalize Innovation…
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Apply for WEDnetPA Workforce Training Grants at Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College’s Workforce Development Division invites eligible Montgomery County companies to apply for Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania…
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MCCC Biotechnology Student’s Research Published in Science Journal
When Sihem Nadour made the trip to the United States three years ago from her home country of Algeria, she…
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A Splash of Color to Brighten Winter: Join the Paper Marbling Workshop at Mennonite Heritage Center
Have fun creating with your child and make beautiful art for family and friends! Taught by Bookbinder and Artisan Ramon…
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Drones Fly All Over the Montgomery County Sky
Drone sightings that initially started in the New Jersey sky has extended across the country, including in Montgomery County, writes…
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