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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Lansdale Native Searches For, Finds the Voice of SEPTA, A 73-year-old Fellow Commuter
Lansdale native Jesse Bernstein asks the question commuters across the Philadelphia area want to know: “Who’s the man behind the…
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Striking Makeover Provides This Gladwyne Colonial with More Functionality
High-profile architectural firm Northworks recently helped a Gladwyne family redesign their colonial home to provide it with more functionality, writes…
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Bridgeport Native Returns Home With Olympic Bronze Medal in Rugby
Bridgeport native Ariana Ramsey was recently honored with a homecoming after returning with a bronze medal from the 2024 Paris…
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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. There are several…
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Historic Move: Montgomery County Adds 15 Public Defenders Following Statewide Understaffing Reports
Montgomery County has approved the decision to add 15 more public defenders to its ranks, reports Chris Palmer for The…
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Washington Post: Main Line Jewish Voters Relieved as Josh Shapiro Remains Focused on State Leadership
Some local Jewish voters are glad Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro was turned down as the Democratic choice for vice president…
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This Gladwyne Gothic Mansion Takes You Back in Time
Deep within heavily wooded Gladwyne hides a luxurious gothic-style mansion that gives visitors a sense that they are lost in…
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SCORE Bucks County Helps Winemaker Increase Annual Revenues
Shakia Williams always had an appreciation for wine. When she and her now-husband, Clifford, started dating, the couple savored moments…
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Pottstown School District and MCCC To Launch Innovative STEM Program for Pottstown Middle School
The Pottstown School District and Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) are preparing to launch Montco 360, an immersive STEM program for selected…
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These Montgomery County Golf Courses Offer Budget-Friendly Tee Times
If you’re looking to try a new sport that is on par with your budget, golf is a good one…
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Rise in Montco Democrats Could Sway Election
Montgomery County and the surrounding suburbs are seeing a surge in registered Democrats as the population increases, reports Katie Bernard…
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Montgomery County Shines on Inc. 5000 List: Top Fastest-Growing Companies Revealed
Montgomery County makes an impressive showing on Inc. 5000’s annual list of the fastest-growing companies in the country, reports Lia…
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Montgomery County D.A. Looking for Leads Amid 30th Anniversary of Unsolved Murder of Chalfont Teen
An unsolved murder in Montgomery County will reach its 30th anniversary next year, and authorities are hopeful that new DNA…
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Montgomery County Life Sciences Campus To Be Redeveloped By New Owners
The new owners of a 34-acre office and life sciences campus in Montgomery County have launched a major renovation and…
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Main Line’s Best Consignment Shops Will Have You Covered this Fall
Consignment shops on Montco’s Main Line offer every style at discount prices, writes Ben Silver and Kylee Steigelman for Main…
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Lantern Fly Sightings Plummet Across Pennsylvania, Yet We May Not Be Out of the Woods
Public reports of lanternflies have fallen 75 percent across Pennsylvania from this time last year, reports Mary-Ann Thomas for The…
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Abington Schools Ban Cell Phones During Class to Boost Student Focus
The Abington School District is implementing new cell phone restrictions for the 2024-2025 school year, aiming to enhance the social…
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First Bank House of the Week: Striking Contemporary in Huntingdon Valley
A striking contemporary home on 0.71 acres with six bedrooms and five bathrooms is available for sale in Huntingdon Valley. …
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