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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MCCC’s PwC Collaboration Creates Connections for Student Success
After Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) teamed up with one of the Big Four accounting firms on a new student…
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St. Hedwig Church in Chester Will No Longer Be a Catholic Church
The Philadelphia Archdiocese has declared that St. Hedwig Church in Chester will no longer be used as a Catholic church,…
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Merck Invests $9.2B in Cidara to Boost Breakthrough Flu Drug
Merck is expanding its respiratory-health portfolio, the company announced in a press release. The pharmaceutical giant with significant operations throughout…
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At King of Prussia’s Dub Fitness, Veteran Owner Fights PTSD with Fitness
Erica Liermann, a U.S. Army veteran and owner of Dub Fitness gym in King of Prussia, is helping others manage…
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Izzy’s Cocktail Bar in Ardmore Local Hotspot for Bao Buns, Cocktails, and More
Izzy’s Cocktail Bar in Ardmore is a neighborhood favorite where people stop in for bao buns, cocktails, and an assortment…
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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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Oaks’ National Dog Show Returns for 24th Edition With Nod to ‘Best in Show’
This weekend, the National Dog Show marks its 24th year in Oaks, celebrating alongside the 25th anniversary of the popular…
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Citadel Credit Union Marks 25 Years of Honoring Educators During American Education Week
During American Education Week, Citadel Credit Union is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards (CHOLA),…
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Boomi Expands Global Footprint With New Partnership in the Pet Care Sector
Conshohocken’s Boomi continues to expand its global reach, according to Business Wire. The company announced that Australia-based Greencross Pet Wellness…
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Leapfrog Awards Top Honors to Bryn Mawr and Lankenau Hospitals
Main Line Health’s hospitals are earning national praise once again, according to Main Line Times & Suburban. Bryn Mawr Hospital,…
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Bipartisan Bill Inspired By Conshohocken Veteran Honors Families Of Suicide Loss
The newly introduced bipartisan Sgt. Walter F. Hartnett IV Green Star Veterans Service Act provides recognition and support to families…
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‘Wild Lights’ Attraction Returning To Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo
In the coming weeks, Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo will reopen its beloved Wild Lights holiday attraction, adding a special bovine-themed…
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King of Prussia Trail Project Moves Forward with Major William Penn Foundation Grant
Plans to strengthen Montgomery County’s extensive trail network are moving forward, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. This comes thanks to…
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500 Miles of Circuit Trails Redefine How Communities Connect Across Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey
On any given weekend, the Schuylkill River Trail hums with life — runners weaving past families on bikes, friends meeting…
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Blue Bell’s ThirdLaw Molecular Rebrands as Ladder Bio with New Leadership and Backing
A Blue Bell biotech company born out of Temple University is entering a new phase, writes John George for the…
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Pennsylvania Moves to Increase Oversight of PJM as Data Centers Drives Energy Concerns
As massive data centers continue to rise across the region, Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to increase transparency around how the…
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Lawmakers Warn of “Health Care Desert” Risk After Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital
Layoffs at Pottstown Hospital are raising new concerns about access to medical care in western Montgomery County, writes Jim Melwert…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Gives Veterans a Renewed Mission
At Conshohocken’s historic Spring Mill complex, ZeroEyes is proving that military service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. The…
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