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 Funding Will Help Expand Power Line Trail Network in Upper Moreland
Upper Moreland Township will now be able to expand the 5.2-mile Power Line Trail into Montgomery and Upper Gwynedd townships…
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Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County
Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger-than-life figures in the black…
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The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Launches Month-long Date Night Marketing Campaign
During the month of February, a traditionally slower travel period in the tourism sector, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention…
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SCORE Supports Aging Life Care Professional in New Business
Taking care of others has always been Samantha Hainer’s mission. A registered nurse, Aging Life Care Professional, and mom of…
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PennDOT to Use Red Light Violation Fines to Fund Montco Safety Improvements
Thirteen million dollars earned from fines for automated red light enforcement will be used for safety improvements in Berks, Chester,…
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Newsweek Names Penn Community Among America’s Best Regional Banks
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks 2024…
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Villanova Professor Says the Strange Smells in Montgomery County Are Not Dangerous
Residents in eastern Montgomery County have been reporting weird odors with no identifiable source, writes Deanna Durante and Emily Rose…
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Abington Senior High Graduate Headed to NFC Championship with Detroit Lions
A Willow Grove native may make it to the Super Bowl this year with the Detroit Lions, according to Fox…
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Buonissimo! Montgomery County Home to Many Popular Italian Restaurants
Montgomery County is home to a diverse selection of Italian restaurants where you can enjoy both traditional and modern Italian…
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SCORE Bucks County Offers Wide Variety of February Biz Workshops
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer numerous educational workshops for…
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MCCC’s Alumni Art Exhibition Is a Celebration of Artistic Talent
This Jan. 23 through Feb. 16, Montgomery County Community College is celebrating the vibrant creativity of its alumni at the…
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Montgomery County’s GDP was the Third Highest in the State in 2022
Since the pandemic hit in 2020, U.S. economists have been concerned about declining gross domestic product, writes Stacker. Here in…
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These Cabins Are the Perfect Winter Getaway Not Far from Montgomery County
This winter you can enjoy some cold weather fun with snug cabins and snowy ski slopes not far from Montgomery…
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Montgomery County Health Officials Warn About the Possibility of a Measles Outbreak
Two Montgomery County locations have been linked to a measles outbreak in Philadelphia, writes Rachel Ravina for Maine Line Times…
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Wyndmoor Mom Starts Foundation for Teens with Cancer in Memory of Her Son
A Wyndmoor mother took her grief over the loss of her son to cancer and channeled it into helping teens…
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Deadline Nears to Submit Nominations for Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
The Citadel Credit Union’s 23rd Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program is rapidly approaching its nomination deadline of Jan. 15.…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director, The Colonial Theatre
Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a…
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Newly Engaged Couples Invited to Normandy Farm’s Exclusive One-Stop-Shop Open House
Newly engaged couples have a unique opportunity to simplify their wedding planning process at Normandy Farm’s upcoming One-Stop-Shop Open House.…
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