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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How Main Line Health Survived a Punishing Winter and Kept Its Bottom Line in the Black
More patients, more revenue, and a bottom line that stayed positive despite everything winter threw at it. Main Line Health…
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She Grew Up a Soc. Now Upper Dublin’s Emma Hearn Is Starring in One of Broadway’s Biggest Hits Right in Her Own Backyard.
For most people, the rivalry between the Greasers and the Socs is a distant memory from a high school reading…
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Skippack Might Be Montgomery County’s Best Hidden Treasure
Most people drive past Skippack Village without knowing what they are missing. That is exactly what makes it worth stopping…
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The Railroad Built These Montco Towns. Now They’re the Region’s Best Places to Walk, Eat, and Explore
Before Montgomery County’s suburbs were shaped by highways, shopping centers, and office parks, many of its most recognizable towns were…
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Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank Award $360,000 in Scholarships to 18 High School Seniors
In a powerful celebration of leadership, academic achievement, and commitment to serving their communities, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust…
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Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Want to work somewhere that actually walks the walk? Montgomery County Community College is hiring. If you’ve been waiting for…
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From Foster Care to First-Gen Graduate: How Manor College Helped Jacob Torres Turn Hardship Into a Life of Service
As the cold, off-the-ocean air swept through the outlet stores in Atlantic City, Jacob Torres’ thoughts drifted toward the unhoused…
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Chicken Salad Chick Targeting Montgomery County Expansion
Montgomery County could soon be home to a new fast-casual concept not yet seen in the Philadelphia region, according to…
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A Record-Breaking $200M Sale Could Be Coming to Collegeville
Providence Town Center is back on the market, and the massive Collegeville shopping center could once again reshape Montgomery County’s…
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Wynnewood’s StromaGenesis Is Using Breakthrough AI to Revolutionize How Cancer Is Detected
A Wynnewood biotech company founded by one of the region’s most accomplished cancer researchers is betting that artificial intelligence could…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children…
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The Best Places to Grab a Breakfast Sandwich in Montco
Looking to elevate your breakfast game? Kaitlyn McCullough covers some of the best places in Montco for breakfast sandwiches in…
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Main Line Neighborhood Ranks Among 50 Hottest Luxury Housing Markets in America
Villanova ranked among the 50 hottest luxury housing markets in America for the third quarter, writes Ryan Mulligan for the…
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Why Markets Like King of Prussia Are Winning: A CEO’s Guide to Location Strategy
CEOs today are navigating a moment defined by competing pressures – remote work, hybrid expectations and a narrow talent market.…
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Penn Community Bank CEO Jeane Vidoni Wins State Banking Advocacy Award
For Jeane Vidoni, banking has never just been about balance sheets. The Penn Community Bank CEO was recently honored with…
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Eagles Fan in Royersford Lands the Ultimate Vanity Plate
Eagles fans have been scooping up all kinds of memorabilia this season, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Royersford resident…
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A New Vision for Bala Cynwyd: $1 Million Investment Aims to Revitalize Bala Avenue
Bala Cynwyd sits at one of the Philadelphia region’s most heavily developed commercial corridors, but its main street has long…
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Why Bridgeport and Collegeville Are Suddenly Booming in Montgomery County
Montgomery County’s growth story has long been told through two places: Conshohocken and King of Prussia. But the next chapter…
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