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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How Montgomery County Stacks Up in Home Affordability Compared To Other PA Counties
The National Association of Realtors has released an interactive map that provides a visual representation of the median home prices…
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Haverford School Graduate Bert Bell Is Man Behind NFL Draft
De Benneville “Bert” Bell, a Haverford School graduate, created the NFL draft almost nine decades ago and changed the league’s…
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Montgomery County Register of Wills Clears $100M in Backlogs
Montgomery County Register of Wills Tina Lawson announced last week that her office has cleared a $100 million backlog of…
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NAMI Montgomery County PA Will Host Its Largest Mental Health Awareness and Fundraising Event, NAMIWalks, on May 4
As the American public increasingly understands the critical nature of accessible, affordable mental health care, so do the demands on…
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Tanner Maddocks and His Villanova Startup Make List of Young Entrepreneurs
Tanner Maddocks, a 19-year-old entrepreneur who founded Athlete Squared, headquartered in Montgomery County, is one of 16 individuals under age…
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Prospective Philadelphia Area Homebuyers Continue Facing Uphill Battle Looking for Home
Burdened with high prices and mortgage rates, prospective homebuyers are continuing to face an uphill battle finding a home in…
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Former Montgomery County Prison in Norristown Saved From Demolition
Montgomery County has taken a controversial proposal to demolish the former prison on Airy Street in Norristown off the table…
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Check Out Fresh Produce and Handmade Products at These Farmers’ Markets in Montgomery County
Farmers’s markets have something to offer for everyone, including locally grown produce, fresh meats, cheeses, unique home goods, and even…
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First Bank House of the Week: Majestic Estate, Formerly Prized Piece of Ardrossan, in Villanova
A gorgeous converted barn on 16.93 stunning acres with eight bedrooms and ten full and three half bathrooms is available…
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Level Up Your Gaming Consoles and Get Hit of Nostalgia at Classic Game Junkie in Lansdale
At Classic Game Junkie in Lansdale, you can level up your gaming consoles, find the old ones you used to…
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2024 STEELS Expo in King of Prussia Highlights New Science Standards for Teachers
Around 450 educators gathered at Upper Merion Area High School for the 2024 STEELS Expo, a hands-on learning event organized…
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Act II Playhouse Presents Beloved Musical Tribute to the 1950s
Act II Playhouse will debut its latest production, Forever Plaid, the beloved musical by Stuart Ross. Previews begin May 21…
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Half-Acre Farm Helps Lankenau Medical Center Provide Food for Patients with Food Insecurity
Lankenau Medical Center has made good use of half an acre of its campus by turning it into a farm…
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‘We Know We Can Count on Their Support’: Ambler Savings Bank Recognized for 150 Years of Service
Last week, Ambler Savings Bank hosted a celebration with more than 120 guests — including customers, community members, and local…
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Celebrate Trails at Eight Greater Philadelphia Events on the Circuit Trails This Saturday
This Saturday, April 27, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails…
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Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne Readies for Voting Despite First Day of Passover
Preparing for Passover means more this year at Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne. It means preparing to vote since…
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See Which Montco Beer Garden Is Among Best in Pennsylvania
Beer gardens are cherished, seasonal rendezvous points for friends and communities to gather, relax, and enjoy some fresh brews, writes…
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Montgomery County Brings on Board Engineering Firm NV5, Nonprofit ACLAMO for Norristown Trailheads Project
Montgomery County and its project partners engineering firm NV5 and nonprofit ACLAMO are working to transform two trailheads in Norristown,…
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