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 Helps Cut Ribbon on Philadelphia Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and regional developers Tuesday, Oct. 15 to…
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MCCC To Host ‘Louder than Words: David Wiesner’s Art of Visual Storytelling’ Exhibit from Oct. 22-Nov. 16
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) will present “Louder Than Words: David Wiesner’s Art of Visual Storytelling,” an exhibit highlighting the…
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Plastic Waste Reduction Program Gets Unanimous Approval in Upper Gwynedd
Upper Gwynedd has introduced a plastic waste reduction program, reports Dan Sokol for the Reporter. Township commissioners unanimously approved the…
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House of Magic Coming to Glenside Early 2025
The former PNC Bank building at 101 S Easton Road is being transformed into Glenside’s first magic theater, aptly named…
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Daniel H. Polett, Philanthropist and Award-Winning Auto Dealer, Remembered
Daniel H. Polett, of Gladwyne, an award-winning auto dealership owner and honorary lifetime trustee at Temple University, died on October…
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Barney The Courthouse Comfort Dog Reporting for Duty in Montco
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele has announced the addition of K-9 Barney, a two-year-old golden retriever and labrador mix,…
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The Main Line’s Best Independent Bookstores Found in Montgomery County
Some of the Main Line’s best independent bookstores can be found right here in Montgomery County, according to Danielle Fusaro…
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First Bank House of the Week: Exceptional Modern Traditional in Collegeville
An exceptional modern traditional home on 1.42 beautiful acres with four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available…
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Penn Community Bank Opens Second Lehigh Valley Location in Bethlehem
Penn Community Bank recently celebrated the grand opening of its second Lehigh Valley location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Bethlehem.…
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CCRES Awards Scholarship to Adrian Gil Zapata for Graphic Design Studies
CCRES announced Adrian Gil Zapata was one of several recent recipients of a scholarship from its Dr. Michael J. Kelly…
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Upper Dublin School Bus Depot Faces Pushback from Residents
The debate over a proposed Upper Dublin school bus depot near Fort Washington Elementary School continued, reports Linda Finarelli for…
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Laurel House Opens North Wales Transitional Home for Women Escaping Abuse
A new Laurel House has opened in North Wales, reports Dan Solkil for North Penn Now. The transitional housing space…
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First Avenue Linear Park Finally Opens in King of Prussia
King of Prussia recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest green space, First Avenue Linear Park, reports Justin Heinze…
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Thomas’ Breads Reintroduces Limited Edition Cranberry Line in Time for Holiday Season
Thomas’ Breads, owned by Horsham-based Bimbo Bakeries USA, is bringing back its fan favorite Cranberry Bagels and English Muffins in…
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MONTCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES professional staff help children and adults challenged by autism, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. The staff work…
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WSJ: Bala Cynwyd Exec Becomes the Largest Backer of ‘Anti-Woke’ University
Bala Cynwyd’s Jeff Yass, co-founder of Susquehanna International Group, has become the largest financial backer of the University of Austin…
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Long Awaited Amazon Fresh Store in Willow Grove Nearing Grand Opening
After years of planning and delays, the Amazon Fresh store at Willow Grove Shopping Center is showing signs of progress,…
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Partnership Transportation Management Association Donates Life-Changing Bike to Telford Mother of Five
A Telford mother of five will now have a quicker commute, reports John Worthington for the Times Herald. Thanks to…
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