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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Walk in George Washington’s Footsteps at Peter Wentz Farmstead
Rooted in the same historic landscape that witnessed the American Revolution, the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (VFTCB) continues…
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Montco Brother-Sister Figure Skating Duo Share Big Olympic Dreams
Lower Merion High School figure skating duo Justin and Suri Lue have impressive talent on the ice and big Olympic dreams they…
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Saint Rocco’s Treats: A Recipe for Success Goes from Small Batch to Big Impact
Saint Rocco’s Treats began in a home kitchen, where two brothers turned a passion for creating high-quality treats for their…
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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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Bradley Cooper’s Parents Bought His Childhood Home in Jenkintown in 1970; His Mother Still Lives There
Bradley Cooper, a frequent supporter of the Eagles at the Linc, developed his love for the Birds while growing up…
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Narberth Zoning Changes Target Affordable Housing, Downtown Revitalization
With Narberth now among the priciest housing markets in Montgomery County, the borough council is weighing a series of zoning…
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Kelly Boyle of Penn Community Bank Appointed to Board of Trustees of Walnut Street Theatre
Kelly Boyle, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility & Government Affairs at Penn Community Bank, has been appointed to the…
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Episcopal Diocese Taps Michaels Organization to Redevelop 26 Church Properties in Philly Region
The Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania is working with private developer Michaels Organization to repurpose 26 church properties throughout the Philadelphia…
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Montco Remains Region’s Strongest Suburban Economy Amid Shift
Montgomery County continues to anchor the Philadelphia region’s suburban economy, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Montco has stronger…
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St. Joe’s Celebrates A-10 Honors After Breakout Season
St. Joseph’s University is celebrating a major Atlantic 10 milestone, writes Ryan Mack for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Head coach Steve…
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Pottsgrove Manor: Colonial Home That Became Pottstown’s Birthplace
Pottsgrove Manor, the Revolutionary War-era home that led to Pottstown, remains standing in Montgomery County, its history frozen in time,…
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From Wings Field in Blue Bell, Angel Flight East Connects Patients to Essential Medical Appointments
Angel Flight East, which operates out of Blue Bell’s Wings Field, links patients with volunteer pilots who fly them to…
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Ardmore’s Burger Scene Is Sizzling With 16 Local Spots
Take a stroll through Ardmore and you might notice a familiar aroma: burgers sizzling on the grill, writes Michael Klein…
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Step Into Revolutionary History at Pottsgrove Manor in Pottstown
Rooted where General George Washington and the Continental Army encamped during the Revolutionary War, Valley Forge carries forward a powerful…
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Tim Rybnik is Lower Merion’s Weather Wizard
Tim Rybnik, a gifted students’ teacher at Bala Cynwyd Middle School, has become the go-to weather forecaster for Lower Merion…
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Triassic Valley Forge Park: Dinosaur Fossils Have Been Found There, as Well as Other Pennsylvania Sites
Of the remnants of the past that have been unearthed throughout Montgomery County, most residents are understandably familiar with those…
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Villanova Students Step Up as Volunteer Firefighters in Bryn Mawr
A group of Villanova University students is proving that academic success and community service can go hand in hand, writes…
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Conshohocken’s CenterSquare Expands Retail Portfolio with $15.5M Purchase
CenterSquare Investment Management is pushing into neighborhood retail with the purchase of a Warrington shopping center, writes Paul Schwedelson for…
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