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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Some Vintage IKEA Furniture With Resale Stickers that will Shock
Typically, heirloom furniture refers to decades-old antiques, but some vintage IKEA furniture proves to be just as valuable, writes Dawn…
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Trader Joe’s-Anchored Shoppes at English Village in North Wales Changes Hands
CBRE announced the sale of The Shoppes at English Village, a prominent 103,325-square-foot, Trader Joe’s-anchored shopping center in North Wales,…
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Montco Residents Turn to Professionals for Holiday Lighting
As the holiday season approaches, Montgomery County homeowners like Greg Bowden and Suzanne Taylor are turning to professional services to…
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SEI Investments Continues Upward with CEO Ryan Hicke
SEI Investments is embracing change under CEO Ryan Hicke’s leadership, reports Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Oaks-based fintech…
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Pottsgrove Manor: Home to Checkered Legacy of Pottstown’s Founder
The Pottsgrove Manor, once the home of John Potts, the founder of Pottstown, is widely regarded as an incredible piece…
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Making Bryn Mawr College More Accessible Tops the Agenda for New President
New Bryn Mawr College President Wendy Cadge plans to prioritize accessibility for more students at the highly selective Montgomery County…
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Valley Forge Sports to Host Playeasy’s Inaugural Innovators Summit in July
Playeasy will host its first-ever Innovators Summit, a dynamic conference set to bring together industry leaders in destination marketing and…
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Two Dogs Compete in The National Dog Show’s First Smile-Off
The National Dog Show press preview in Oaks brought laughter with its first-ever “smile-off” contest between the Lancashire heeler and…
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Main Line Health Receives Top Marks in Patient Safety
All four Main Line Health acute care hospitals—Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital, and Riddle Hospital—have once again…
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Norristown Native Geno Auriemma Cements Legacy as Winningest College Basketball Coach
Norristown native Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in college basketball history on Wednesday with his 1,217th victory, reports Emma…
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‘Keep Upper Merion Beautiful’ Campaign is High Schooler’s Mission to Cleanup Hometown
Michael Bugler, a senior at Archbishop Carroll High School in Wayne, has taken matters into his own hands to keep…
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Lovers of the Active Life Feel Right at Home in Abington
Active life in Abington is perfect for those seeking a community that combines suburban charm with abundant recreational activities, writes…
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First Bank House of the Week: Beautiful Victorian in Wyncote
A beautiful Victorian home on 0.78 lovely acres with five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms is available for…
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CCRES Awards Scholarship to TCHS Pennock Bridge’s Mia Fragale
CCRES announced that Mia Fragale, who attended school at the TCHS Pennock’s Bridge campus, is the recipient of its Dr.…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Brings AI-Powered Gun Identification to Temple
Temple University signed on as the first university in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware to start using Conshohocken-based ZeroEyes’s innovative…
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St. Joe’s Field Hockey Makes History with First Trip to Final Four
Fifth-year senior Kate Crist celebrated a birthday she’ll never forget as the St. Joe’s Hawks field hockey team secured their…
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Montgomery County Adds Code Blue Shelters to Support the Homeless in Upcoming Cold Season
Montgomery County is increasing efforts to support residents experiencing homelessness this winter, adding four new “Code Blue” shelters, writes Rachel…
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This 100+ Year-Old Lansdale Company is a Family-Owned Business Honoree
John E. Kieffer Sr. founded Kieffer’s Appliances in 1917, and the company has evolved dramatically since then. Lisa Dukart highlights…
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