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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Horsham Maps Out Housing, School, and Town Center for Former Willow Grove Navy Base
Horsham Township pushes forward with more plans for the former Willow Grove Navy Base, writes Zoë Read for WHYY. New…
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Valley Forge National Historical Park Brings $44.8 Million Boost to Montco Economy
Valley Forge National Historical Park remains one of Montco’s greatest treasures, both for its history and its economic impact, writes…
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Buckman’s Tent Sale Attracts Crowds of Shoppers
The first day of Buckman’s tent sale in King of Prussia saw shoppers lining up to obtain gently used –…
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First Bank House of the Week: Elegant Meadowbrook Estate with Wine Cellar and Gym Lists
Listed at $2,150,000, this stately residence at 1106 Herkness Drive in Abington Township blends timeless sophistication with modern comfort, writes…
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Montgomeryville’s The Goddard School Kids Raise $5,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
As part of a lesson in kindness and community, children at The Goddard School of Montgomeryville turned a day of…
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PJM Interconnection Fast-Tracks Energy Projects as Data Demand Soars
As data centers across the U.S. fuel record-high electricity demand, Audubon’s PJM Interconnection is racing to modernize how new energy…
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Proposed Lower Merion Ordinance Could Ban Use of Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
Lower Merion commissioners advanced a preliminary proposal during an October 8 committee meeting that would result in a ban on…
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Willow Grove Interchange Receives Full Makeover with Removal of Toll Booths
Pennsylvania interchanges are changing with the removal of toll booths, including the Willow Grove Interchange, according to a staff report…
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Montgomery County Commerce Department Empowers CEOs to Navigate Succession Planning
The Montgomery County Commerce Department invites local business owners, CEOs, and executives to a free event designed to help leaders…
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Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries Marks 10 Years of Racing for Good
Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries marked a milestone this fall with the 10th edition of the Bimbo Global Race, the world’s largest…
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Conshohocken Entrepreneurs Honored at Duquesne University
Duquesne University is recognizing Conshohocken entrepreneurs Jim and Celeste Nasuti by renaming its College of Osteopathic Medicine in their honor,…
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Gladwyne Market Closes After Sale, Plans for “Community Hub” Emerge
A cherished piece of Lower Merion life is closing its doors, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Gladwyne Market…
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Bryn Mawr’s Aly McBride Takes Secondhand Advocacy to Capitol Hill
Bryn Mawr businesswoman Aly McBride recently joined eBay CEO Jamie Iannone and top sellers from across the country on Capitol…
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Local Libraries Offer Free Access to More Than 30 Museums
Montgomery County’s public library system gives residents on a budget the opportunity to visit more than 30 Pennsylvania museums at…
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Concordance Ferments Opens in Historic Hatboro Mill Building
Concordance Ferments, a new brewpub dedicated to craft beer, seasonal food, and community, has officially opened its doors at 18…
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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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Lower Merion, Amtrak Seek Developer for New Ardmore Station Garage
Lower Merion Township could soon be inviting developer proposals for a 500-space parking garage that would be adjacent to Ardmore…
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Bryn Mawr College Offering Zero Tuition for Eligible Students Starting in Fall 2026
As part of the Bryn Mawr Beacon Initiative, Bryn Mawr College is offering to cover 100 percent of undergraduate tuition…
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