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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New Federal Funding Will Help Accelerate Superfund Site Clean-up in Montgomery County
Contaminated private wells are still a major health concern in Montgomery County near the Baghurst Drive and Salford Quarry superfund…
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Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Announces Its 2024 Leadership Team
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority reelected Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz as vice chairman as part of the authority’s…
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Arnold’s Entertainment Center to Debut Arnold’s Camp Awesome Summer 2024
This summer, Arnold’s Entertainment Center will debut a brand-new summer day camp to serve families in the Oaks, Phoenixville, King…
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President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Named to Philadelphia’s Power 100
Mike Bowman, President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, has been named by the Philadelphia Business Journal…
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A New Ardmore Zero Proof Bottle Shop Offers a Different Type of Intoxicating Experience
Wallace Dry Goods in Ardmore wants to be the community hotspot for people looking for non-alcoholic fun, writes Nydia Han…
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Fiore Rosso in Bryn Mawr Offers Modern Italian Cuisine, But Steak Is Still Its True Star
Fiore Rosso in Bryn Mawr offers modern Italian cuisine, but the steak is without a doubt its biggest star on…
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Merion’s Hymie’s Delicatessen Reopens Weeks After Flooding Shut It Down
Longtime patrons of Hymie’s Delicatessen in Merion have been going through withdrawal these last few weeks while their favorite restaurant…
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SCORE Bucks County Offers Wide Variety of March Biz Seminars
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer March business seminars, including…
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Two Montco Creators Among Ten Local Designers to Watch During Philly Fashion Week
Two Montgomery County creators are among the ten Philadelphia-area clothing and accessories designers to watch during Philly Fashion Week, writes…
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The New Tibetan Association of Philadelphia’s Community Center in Norristown Is Now Open
The Philadelphia Tibetan community now has its own community center in Norristown, writes Juliana Feliciano Reyes for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Members of Montgomery County Development Professionals Connect Client with Perfect Property
The power of connections was recently demonstrated when three members of the Montgomery County Development Professionals collaborated to assist a…
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Plymouth Meeting Teen Embodies the Resiliency of Philadelphia Sports
An aspiring sports talk radio host, a Plymouth Meeting teen is already taking the Philadelphia sports world by storm with…
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‘Steel Magnolias’ Will Come to Steel River Playhouse in Pottstown
Steel River Playhouse (245 E. High Street) will celebrate long-lasting friendships that endure through life’s ups and downs in a…
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Which Pennsylvania Counties Have the Highest-Paying School Districts?
Montgomery County has some of Pennsylvania’s highest-paying school districts, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. An analysis of…
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Don’t Miss These Montco Indoor Amusement Parks that Parents and Kids Both Will Enjoy
When the weather isn’t suitable for outdoor activities, there is still plenty of family-friendly fun to be had in Montgomery…
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Penn Community Bank Supports Habitat for Humanity Build Project
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, recently supported Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County’s current…
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Four Montco Towns Rank Among Top 50 Safest Places to Live in Pennsylvania
Four Montgomery County towns ranked among the top fifty safest places to live in Pennsylvania as of February 2024, according…
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A Montgomery County Native Is Among the Newer, Younger Generation of Farmers
Kelly O’Neill, 35, grew up in Pennsburg, but now owns a farm in Hammonton, New Jersey with her husband Joe…
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