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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WSJ: GSK to Receive $370M in CureVac-BioNTech Vaccine Dispute
Glaxosmithkline, which has major operations in Montgomery County, is set to receive a major settlement, writes Anthony O. Goriainoff for…
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Blue Bell’s Philly Sports Trips Brings Tailgating Fans All Over the World
Philly Sports Trips has transformed the art of sports travel and tailgating into a multimillion-dollar enterprise, all from its base…
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Montco’s Smaller Industrial Spaces Thrive Amid Vacancy Spike
After a pandemic-fueled building boom, the Philadelphia region’s industrial market appears to have its highest vacancy rate in at least…
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Collegeville’s Lucy Olsen Faces Mentor Maddy Siegrist in WNBA Matchup
For Collegeville native Lucy Olsen, the WNBA was once a childhood dream, writes Maria McIlwain for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Olsen…
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Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard in Ambler Adopts Grocery-Store Approach
The Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard, a 52-year-old food pantry in Ambler, is modernizing with a grocery-store-style experience for the…
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Second Annual Pennsylvania Chocolate & Coffee Festival Returns to Oaks with Even More to Sip, Sample & Shop!
Get ready for a delicious weekend as the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center…
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Pottstown Hospital Nurses Vote To Approve New Contract, Just In Time To Avoid Strike
Pottstown Hospital nurses voted overwhelmingly last Wednesday to approve a new three-year contract, just before a potential strike, writes Wendy…
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Meet the Boomi Scientist Connecting the World from Conshohocken
In Conshohocken, Boomi is tackling one of the digital age’s toughest challenges, writes Jon Stojan for Digital Journal. The artificial…
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Hatfield’s Josh Jones is a Star in Louisville
Hatfield native Josh Jones has found a second home in Louisville, writes Andrew Robinson for The Reporter. After a standout…
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Alex Palumbo and MontComedy Bring Laughs to Skippack’s Dutch Tavern
Montgomery County’s stand-up scene is on the rise, and Alex Palumbo is helping lead the charge. The comedian hosts MontComedy,…
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Montgomery County, Cheltenham Township Leaders Visualize Future in Glenside
Not even the sweltering heat amid a Montgomery County Code Red Hot Weather Emergency on Jul. 25 was enough to…
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MCCC Hosts Berks Photographic Society Members Exhibition Opening Aug. 26
A showcase of fine art photography reflecting the artistic community living in Berks County and beyond will be on display…
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Black Reserve Bookstore in Lansdale Celebration of Black Voices and History
The Black Reserve Bookstore in Lansdale is a hub for Black culture and community, celebrating Black voices, history, and resilience,…
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Philadelphia Eagles Mascots Noah and Reggie Represent at Elmwood Park Zoo
Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo is home to two of the most important members of the Philadelphia Eagles franchise, writes Dave…
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North Wales’ John Oates Surprised Fans Encore Performance Featuring a Special Guest
‘80s hitmaker and North Wales native, John Oates, is charting his own path and surprising fans along the way, writes…
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Horsham Welcomes Two New Restaurants
Two new restaurants have recently opened in Horsham: Wok N’ Roll Asian Cuisine on Horsham Road and Buona Sera Horsham…
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BET Investments Proposes New Mixed-Use Town Center and Community in Plymouth Meeting
BET Investments has submitted sketch plans to transform a decades-old office park in Plymouth Meeting into a vibrant mixed-use community,…
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Why Older Adults Are Ditching Homeownership in Montco
Older adults are now the fastest-growing group of renters in the region, and Montgomery County is seeing that shift firsthand,…
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