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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Hatfield’s Rodon Group, Manufacturers of K’nex Toys, Encouraging Local Companies to Bring Manufacturing Back Home
After shifting assembly of its K’nex brand of toys from China to its plant in Montgomery County several years ago,…
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Montgomery County, Its Neighbors Have Among the Most Polluted Waterways
According to a new report by the state’s Department of Environmental Protection, Montgomery County, along with the majority of Southeastern…
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Upper Gwynedd Battles Over Last Large Undeveloped Parcel of Land
Last fall, Upper Gwynedd was prepared to deploy eminent domain in order to acquire Martin Tract – a nearly 33-acre…
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Lower Merion Township Committee Approves Latest Expansion to Suburban Square
Ardmore’s Suburban Square in Lower Merion County is one of the oldest outdoor shopping centers in the country, and the…
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See Which Montgomery County Town is Among Ten Most Tax-Friendly Places for Retirees in Pennsylvania
One Montgomery County location is among the ten most tax-friendly places for retirees in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released…
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Montgomery County-area Homeowners Quickly Building Wealth in Current Housing Market
While aspiring buyers are finding the current housing market challenging around Montgomery County, homeowners are enjoying the increasing values of…
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Fake News: What It Is, How to Spot It, and The Future of Media in Montgomery County
by Garrett McKenzie ’24, Perkiomen School Fake news: a term that is seemingly becoming more common, and that is being…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Charming Stone Colonial in Gorgeous Wooded Setting in Bryn Mawr
A charming and private stone colonial with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in…
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Penn Medicine Gene Therapy Doctor Signs Deal with Center for Breakthrough Medicines in King of Prussia
University of Pennsylvania Professor James Wilson recently signed a five-year renewable deal on behalf of his gene therapy lab to…
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Sears Closes Willow Grove Park Location, Leaving PA Without Full-line Stores
The Sears location at the Willow Grove Park shopping center is closing, leaving Pennsylvania with no full-line stores of the…
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Bala Cynwyd Real Estate Company Acquires Former Manufacturing Facility in New Jersey
Bala Cynwyd-based Velocity Venture Partners has bought the roughly 600,000-square-foot former manufacturing facility in Pennsauken, New Jersey, for $32 million,…
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Consultants Sue Bala Cynwyd-based Susquehanna International Group Over Investment in TikTok’s Owner
Bala Cynwyd-based Susquehanna International Group is one of the early investors in the owner of TikTok, Beijing-based ByteDance, which has…
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MCCC Lively Arts Series’ 38th Season Begins with ‘The Manhattan Transfer’ on Feb. 6, 2022
Get ready to experience the excitement of live music and entertainment again, coming back soon to Blue Bell. Montgomery County…
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Pottstown and Royersford-based CPA Firms Acquired by Herbein + Company in Spring Township
Herbein + Company, a Spring Township-based certified public accounting firm, has acquired Pottstown-based Cappelletti, Pinter & Company and Royersford-based The…
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MCCC Hosted Online Gathering On The Life and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Montgomery County Community College will be hosting an online reflection gathering Monday, Jan. 17, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. to…
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Montgomery County’s Fun Winter Itinerary: Local Parks, Restaurants, Hotels, and More
Fun for travelers and locals alike, Montco’s state parks are wonderful places to spend your winter. Depending on the area,…
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Collegeville Bakery Serves Up More Than Just Food to the Local Community
One of the local hotspots in Montgomery County is Collegeville Bakery, which serves up delicious Italian cuisine every day of…
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Montgomery County’s Integrate for Good Launches Founder’s Circle
This year, Montgomery County nonprofit Integrate for Good is débuting a new way of thanking supporters for joining them in building…
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