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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SEPTA’s Planned Cuts Threaten Narberth’s Revival
The borough of Narberth masterfully uses its great ‘walkability’ to blend small-town charm with big-city convenience, a dynamic under threat…
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Flyers Alumni Bring Walk, Run & Ride Event to Conshohocken for a Good Cause
The Flyers Alumni Association is swapping skates for sneakers and bikes for a special charity event in Conshohocken, the organization…
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Colleen Wolfe Talks NFL Stardom, Hoagies, and Her Montco Roots
Colleen Wolfe may be thriving in Los Angeles with her NFL Network position and a new spot on Roku, but…
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Mayor Parker Tours Southwest Philadelphia’s Massive New Amazon Facility, Promotes It As ‘Anchor’
Mayor Cherelle Parker was recently joined by Amazon executives and representatives from ACANA, to tour the new Amazon facility in…
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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Sues Owner of Shuttered Golf Course in Florida
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has sued the owner of a shuttered Florida golf course to enforce a purchase agreement on…
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Skippack’s Brothers Kershner Brewing Expands to Avondale with The Barrel
Brothers Kershner Brewing Co. is expanding into Chester County with a new taproom, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business…
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Lower Moreland High School Twins Lead Boys and Girls Tennis Teams to Victory
It started as a way to make their mom’s schedule easier but ended in a storybook finish for Lower Moreland…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Welcomes Guests to a Nocturnal Adventure
Ever wondered what the animals are up to after dark? Elmwood Park Zoo invites families to find out with its…
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In the Wake of Tragedy, Souderton High School Students Take Project R U OK? to the Capital
After a classmate’s failed suicide attempt, Souderton High School’s Thomas Fedesco knew something had to be done. The high school…
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Montco State Rep Greg Scott Wants to Shrink PA’s School Districts
Montgomery County State Rep. Greg Scott believes Pennsylvania’s 500 public school districts may be too many, writes Matthew Rink for…
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Work Begins on Toll Brothers’ Royersford Development Featuring 30 Homes Starting at $1 Million
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has begun site work on its Royersford development, which will feature 30 single-family homes that will…
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Plymouth Meeting Mall Adds STEM Center and Kid-Focused Fun
The Plymouth Meeting Mall has children in mind as it embraces the trend of transforming traditional retail spaces into immersive…
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Hatboro-Horsham to Hold Farewell Open House for Old Keith Valley Middle School Ahead of Closing
The Hatboro-Horsham School District is preparing to bid farewell to the building that educated generations of local students as Keith…
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First Bank House of the Week: Bryn Mawr Estate Offers Luxury, Privacy, and Top Schools
Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in Bryn Mawr, the stately home at 913 Drexel Lane is listed for $4,500,000 and…
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Gwynedd Mercy Academy Crowned Champs—Then Jalen Hurts Walked In
The Gwynedd Mercy Academy girls’ flag football team got more than a state title on Sunday, writes Ariel Simpson for…
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LuLu Country Club’s Trevor Bensel Clinches Record Prize at Haverford’s PGA Classic
Trevor Bensel of Glenside’s LuLu Country Club teed up the biggest win of his career at the 27th Annual Haverford…
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18 High School Seniors Receive $360,000 in Scholarships from Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank
In a powerful show of support for the next generation of changemakers, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank recently…
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MCCC Graduate Named National Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Recipient
A recent Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) graduate just had his dream of completing a bachelor’s degree debt-free come one…
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