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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Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest Over a Half Million Dollars in Local Communities
Penn Community Bank continues its long-standing commitment to community investment. From January to June 2025, the bank and its charitable…
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Southampton’s Growth Opportunity Center a Cornerstone of Mental Health Support in Bucks County and Beyond
Since its founding in 1974, Southampton-based Growth Opportunity Center has been a cornerstone of mental health support for many individuals…
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King of Prussia District’s Beekeeping Program Brings Nature to the Office
Thanks to a creative initiative from the King of Prussia District, business parks are welcoming more than just corporate professionals,…
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Gwynedd Mercy Academy Crew Rises from Scratch to a Season of Firsts
Gwynedd Mercy Academy crew has quickly evolved from a fledgling program into one of Montco’s rising athletic success stories, writes…
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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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PECO Opens 2025 Powering the Arts Grant Program to Advance Equal Access to the Arts Across Region
Equal access to the arts is more than a value for PECO; it’s a cornerstone of the company’s corporate giving.…
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Glaxosmithkline Gets Approval for First-of-its-Kind Lupus Treatment
Glaxosmithkline, with multiple operations in Montco, just scored a major regulatory win that could reshape how lupus nephritis is treated…
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Bryn Mawr-Based ML Car Service Acquires Maxwell Taxi Cab
Maxwell Taxi Cab, a Lower Merion institution that closed late last year, has found new life after being acquired by…
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Norristown’s Cavan Sullivan Makes MLS History With First Union Start
The world took notice of Cavan Sullivan and the Philadelphia Union, writes Ben Steiner for Sports Illustrated. At just 15…
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Conshohocken Marks Fourth of July with Beloved Tradition, Annual Soap Box Derby
Conshohocken celebrated the Fourth of July with a beloved tradition, the annual soap box derby, which brings together families and…
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Many Aqua Pennsylvania Customers Are Eligible for Monthly Discounts and Don’t Know It
The rising cost of living is a top-of-mind issue for many right now, and at Aqua Pennsylvania, we want to…
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Saint Joe’s to Relaunch Pharmacy History Museum with Indications Exhibit
St. Joseph’s University is home to a museum unlike any other in the region, writes Diane Holliday for Saint Joseph’s…
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10 St. Joe’s Students Awarded Top Honors for Scholarship and Service
Ten Saint Joseph’s University students are heading into the 2024–25 academic year with high honors after earning competitive scholarships and…
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The Phillies Welcome Newest Teammate—With Roots in Conshohocken
Conshohocken’s nonprofit Team Foster teamed up with the Phillies to introduce Tugger, a 10-week-old yellow lab and service dog-in-training, writes…
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Jenkintown’s Bradley Cooper Gets Last Laugh Over Brad Pitt After Eagles Win
Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper had the last laugh after the Philadelphia Eagles took down the Kansas City Chiefs in Super…
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King of Prussia Restaurants Toasted in 2025 Wine Spectator Awards
King of Prussia’s upscale dining scene is earning national recognition, with six local restaurants honored in Wine Spectator’s 2025 Restaurant…
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Montgomery County Commissioners Celebrate AAPI-Owned Businesses
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Montgomery County shined a spotlight on local AAPI-owned businesses…
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Discovery Channel’s ‘Filthy Fortunes’ Helps Woman Tackle Cluttered Pottstown Property
The new Discovery Channel show Filthy Fortunes helped Barbra Levan clear out the sprawling, cluttered property in Pottstown inherited from…
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