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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Abington’s Chapman Brewing Equipment Grapples With Supply Chain Shock
Abington’s Chapman Brewing Equipment has been a go-to source for homebrewers and small businesses, but a sudden 145% tariff on…
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Josh Shapiro Finds Rare Bipartisan Support After Arson Attack
After the arson attack on the governor’s mansion last month, Abington native Governor Josh Shapiro is finding support from a…
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Two Montgomery County Walmarts Set for Big Remodels
Two Montgomery County Walmarts are getting a fresh new look as part of a major national remodel effort, writes Justin…
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Equus Capital Pays $73.1M for Lansdale’s Jacobs Woods Apartments
Equus Capital Partners has made a major investment in Lansdale, acquiring the 230-unit Jacobs Woods apartment complex for $73.1 million,…
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West Conshohocken’s Medicus Pharma Eyes $75M UK Acquisition
West Conshohocken-based Medicus Pharma is making major moves on the international biotech scene, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business…
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Hatboro Celebrates 64-Year Career of Auto Shop Owner Bill Penrose
Hatboro is tipping its hat to a true hometown hero, Bill Penrose, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Longtime resident…
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The Legacy of Flourtown’s Philadelphia Cricket Club Prepares for National Spotlight
Flourtown’s own Philadelphia Cricket Club is preparing for a rare moment in the national spotlight, writes Marcus Hayes for the…
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First Bank House of the Week: Jenkintown Stone Colonial with Pool and Privacy Hits the Market for $1.4M
Tucked along a nearly private road in the desirable Jenkintown neighborhood, 1536 Warner Road is a stone Colonial that perfectly…
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Hatboro Joins 17 Other Montco Towns with State Bird Town Designation
Hatboro is the latest Montgomery County town to receive the Bird Town Pennsylvania designation, joining 17 other communities in the…
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Grab Some of Best Cheesesteaks in Region at These Montco Spots
Philadelphia’s iconic cheesesteak is a regional obsession – and Montgomery County serves up some of the best, write Craig LaBan,…
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Merck Expands Biomanufacturing with Staggering Investment in Wilmington
Merck, the Pharma giant with operations in Lansdale, announced on Tuesday that it will build a $1 billion “biologics center…
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Family-Owned Asher’s Chocolate Spreading Joy in Souderton for Five Generations
Family-owned Asher’s Chocolate has been creating delicious treats in Souderton for five generations and takes pride in producing some of…
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4 Brothers Honey in Horsham Saves Bees and Bottles Sweet Local Flavor
Tucked away in Horsham, 4 Brothers Honey is doing more than bottling local honey — they’re rescuing honeybees, too, writes…
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Willow Grove’s Brave New Worlds Prepares for Years Biggest Event: Free Comic Book Day
For 35 years, Brave New Worlds has been more than just a comic book shop — it’s been a community…
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Valley Forge & Montgomery County Honored in 2025 Best of Luxury Travel Awards
Valley Forge and Montgomery County have been recognized by Philadelphia Style Magazine as a 2025 Best of Luxury Travel award…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Has a Simple Answer to PETA’s Calls to End Groundhog Day Tradition
Governor Josh Shapiro isn’t on board with PETA’s latest push to retire Punxsutawney Phil, writes Mike Snider and Amiras Encinas…
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Pretzel Pete CEO Faces Export Challenges, Keeps Montco Snacks on World Stage
Hatboro’s Karl Brown exports his Pretzel Pete products to over 85 countries but is bracing for global trade shifts, writes…
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PAED Spotlight: Pottstown’s Hollywood Garage
For Nick Yannessa, running Hollywood Garage in Pottstown is more than a job — it’s a family tradition built on…
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