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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Discover Fun Things To Do in Montgomery County This April
April is officially in full bloom, and so is Montgomery County! From history to nature to the arts, here are…
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Historic Ambler Estate with Gardens Archived in Smithsonian Hits Market for $5.39 Million
A historic 14-acre estate in Ambler with a riding arena, three livable structures, and stunning gardens that have been archived…
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Plymouth Meeting, Willow Grove Mall Owner PREIT Going Private After Emerging from Bankruptcy
PREIT, the owner of Plymouth Meeting and Willow Grove malls, is set to go private after it emerged from bankruptcy…
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First Bank House of the Week: Mid-Century Marvel in Penn Valley
A gorgeous mid-century contemporary home on 1.2 acres with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for…
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Bryn Mawr-based Alliance HP Buys Two Montgomery County Properties for $23.1M
Bryn Mawr-based real estate firm Alliance HP has purchased two properties in Montgomery County – one industrial building and one…
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North Montco Technical Career Center Student Pens Children’s Book
In a world where creativity knows no bounds, young minds often find innovative ways to express themselves. For North Montco…
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The Last Unprotected Land in Montgomery County Is Now Preserved
Camp Laughing Waters, a 458-acre property run by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, is now safe from future development,…
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Plymouth Whitemarsh’s Jaden Colzie Announces His Commitment to Jefferson University
Plymouth Whitemarsh senior Jaden Colzie will continue his basketball career at Jefferson University, writes Owen McCue for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Surround Yourself With Spring Flowers at These 2 Montgomery County Spots
We are all starved for the beauty of flowers by the time spring rolls around and in Montgomery County you’ll…
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Montgomery County Home to One of the 15 Most Expensive High Schools in America
Education in the United States wears many price tags, but one local high school is among those that will break…
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Philadelphia-area Nonprofits Get Donations From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott recently made major contributions to 361 nonprofits nationwide. Of the more than 300 nonprofits, 11 are based…
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Montgomery County Ranks Among the Highest Earning Counties in Pennsylvania
Montgomery County has ranked among the top five highest-earning counties in The Keystone State, according to Stacker. Stacker compiled data…
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Bryn Mawr College Graduate Runs Barbetta, Manhattan’s Oldest Family-Owned Italian Restaurant
Laura Maioglio, a Bryn Mawr College graduate, is at the helm of Barbetta, Manhattan’s oldest family-owned Italian restaurant, writes Denice…
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Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Lead Push for $15 Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia and the surrounding counties are leading the way in the battle to increase the minimum wage in Pennsylvania from…
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Former Bryn Mawr Republican Eric Settle Joins as Candidate for PA Attorney General
Eric Settle, a former Republican from Bryn Mawr, has joined the state attorney general’s race as a candidate for the…
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Collegeville’s Joey Graziadei Got Engaged on the Season Finale of the Bachelor
Collegeville native Joey Graziadei got engaged to Kelsey Anderson on the finale of The Bachelor, and the happy couple is…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Shares Ways To Celebrate Easter in Valley Forge
Spring is in the air, and it is time to plan your upcoming Easter celebrations. In Montgomery County, Valley Forge…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Traditional in Villanova
A stunning traditional home on 1.49 picturesque acres with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available…
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