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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Babysitter App FAST Launches on the Main Line
Bryan Mawr couple Ashley and Michael Clark developed the app FAST as a solution for parent in need of a…
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Moops: Latest Venture from Lower Merion Grad and Shark Tank Alum
Lower Merion High School graduate Jess Edelstein is once again making waves in the entrepreneurial world with Moops, reports Lisa…
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The Power of Women Voters 50+: AARP Reveals How Women in Pa. Will Influence the Presidential Election
Women over 50 account for almost one-third (29 percent) of likely voters overall and more than half (53 percent) of…
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Main Line Health Halves Operating Loss, Charting a New Financial Course
Main Line Health significantly improved its financial performance in fiscal 2024, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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A Pickleball Boom Leads Harleysville Entrepreneurs to Launch Indoor Centers
Jim Cassady, a 55-year-old entrepreneur from Harleysville, recently transitioned from a 30-year career in the pharmaceutical industry to launch a…
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Pottsgrove School District One of the Best for Music Education
Pottsgrove School District has earned notable recognition for its commitment to music education, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury.…
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Local Volunteers Rally to Help Victims of Hurricane Helene
Volunteers from the entire region have rallied to help victims of Hurricane Helene in any way they can, from collecting…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Prepares to Launch Zoo-On-Wheels in 2025
The Elmwood Park Zoo sets to launch its Zoo-On-Wheels initiative in January 2025, writes Main Line Media News. The project…
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First Bank House of the Week: Exquisite Colonial in Collegeville
An exquisite colonial home on 1.4 beautiful acres with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available…
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IMS Trading Expands Local Operations, Brings Over Two Dozen Jobs from China
IMS Trading, an Audubon-based skincare and bath products company, has recently expanded its local operation and bringing over two dozen…
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Ceasefire PA Education Fund Hosts a Roundtable to Discuss Gun Violence in Schools
The Ceasefire PA Education Fund hosted a recent roundtable to discuss school safety amid the national rise of gun violence,…
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JAKIB Media Sued by Audacy and Mike Missanelli in Montgomery County Court
JAKIB Media, once a rising star in Philadelphia’s sports media scene, is now facing multiple lawsuits and shedding key talent,…
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Edgewood Historic Cemetery in Pottstown Finds New Advocates to Keep It Alive
Edgewood Historic Cemetery in Pottstown, which dates back to the 1800s, now has a new team of advocates to keep…
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Montco’s Culinary Scene Spotlight: Women Bringing Fresh and International Flavors
Montgomery County is home to some excellent cuisine. Ben Silver and Samantha Geiger highlight these talented womenwho are a part…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for the following positions: Dean of Liberal Arts and Coordinator of Student Services.…
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Franklin Biolabs Opens in King of Prussia to Revolutionize Gene Therapy
Dr. James Wilson, a pioneer in gene therapy, has launched Franklin Biolabs, a new company in King of Prussia at…
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MM Partners’ Seven-Story Development Set to Transform Norristown’s DeKalb Street
The Norristown Municipal Council has approved Philadelphia-based MM Partners’ proposal to build a seven-story apartment building at 69 E. Main…
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Voter Services Mobile Outreach Van Hits the Road in Montgomery County
Montgomery County unveiled its new Voter Services Mobile Outreach Van on Saturday at Abington Township’s Fall Festival, reports Rachel Ravina…
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