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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Montco-Trained Chef Beats Addiction, Takes Things One Day at a Time in New Philadelphia Café
Chef Kevin Hart learned much of his craft working in the Montgomery County food-service industry. When his career was upended…
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Penn Community Bank Adds Three New Local Leaders to Its Board of Directors
Penn Community Bank welcomed Becky Bradley, Ram Mohan, and Robert W. Pritchard to its board of directors. “We are pleased…
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Parenting Education Organization Creates Support Group for Montco Moms
A Philadelphia-based education and advocacy group for families — Kutest Kids’ Parents as Teachers — is launching a new support…
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2023 Wedding Biz: Lansdale Photographers List Top Montgomery County Spots for Notable Nuptials
Professional photographers may have clearer insight into wedding venues than any other nuptial-services provider, having assessed settings, both tony and…
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Abington Relay — May 20 Law-Enforcement Support Event — Returns for 2023
The once annual, COVID-waylaid Abington Relay returns to Abington Senior High School, 900 Highland Ave., for the first time since…
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How Living in Montgomery County Yields a $50–$100 Windfall over Living Elsewhere
Tick-tick-tick. That subtle elapse of the April calendar is an annual reminder that it’s income tax season, and time’s a-wasting.…
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D.A. Kevin Steele Announces Montgomery County Use of High-Tech Ballistics Data to Curb Violence
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele — accompanied by D.A.s from the other collar counties — announced the deployment of…
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Gov. Shapiro Comes Home to Montco to Support EMS Funding
The Pennsylvania governor wants Montgomery County to see an expansion in emergency services. Gov. Josh Shapiro — in his first…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Jared Utz, Regional President, Mid Penn Bank
Jared Utz, Regional President, Southeastern Region of Mid Penn Bank, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia, near…
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As President of Pennsylvania American Water, Justin Ladner Helps Keep Life Flowing
Justin Ladner is no stranger to leadership as President of Pennsylvania American Water, the largest investor-owned water utility in the…
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Lancaster County Restaurants Are Shattering Common Conceptions of the Area’s Culinary Outlook
There’s something of a food revolution that’s been unfolding in nearby Lancaster County for several years. Numerous in-county dining options…
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Easter Recommendation: Penny’s Flowers Has Bloomed in Glenside Since 1937
Every town needs a great florist. After all, flowers are the perfect choice for so many different occasions. Or they…
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From Musicals to Steak Houses: This is What Makes Bryn Mawr a Popular Main Line Destination
Montgomery County’s main line town is the epicenter of everything hip. From art venues to shopping boutiques and high-end eateries,…
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Huntingdon Valley Bank’s Parent Company Gets Green Light for Sale. Here’s the Price
From humble beginnings in 1871 to modern day as a public commercial lending bank, Huntingdon Valley Bank has skyrocketed. Over…
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Montco Chefs Spring into Action to Provide Culinary Help with Easter
With Easter 2023 just a hop-skip-jump away, heads of area households may be scurrying around like jackrabbits trying to manage…
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New PennDOT Traffic Management Facility in Upper Merion Hopes to Unlock Gridlock
PennDOT has opened its revamped Southeastern Regional Traffic Management Center (RTMC) in Upper Merion, according to a staff report from…
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Jenkintown Business Owner Navigates His Way to Alleviating Possible Case of Seller’s Remorse
Entrepreneur Arsen Usayev established his Montgomery County senior care firm in 2008, according to Yahoo Finance. His commercial entity, SarahCare…
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Flyers Exec and North Wales Senior Citizen Fashion Warm Friendship from Pandemic Chill
For three years, Valerie Camillo — Philadelphia Flyers president of operations — and Harvey Ballen — 94-year-old resident of a…
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