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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Montgomery County Is America’s Next Great Tourism Destination — And the 250th Is Just the Beginning
Montgomery County has long been one of the Mid-Atlantic’s best-kept secrets. But as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th…
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From Setback to Diploma: Montgomery County Community College Celebrates 17 Gateway to College Graduates
For 17 young people in Montgomery County, May 20 wasn’t just graduation day; it was proof that a detour doesn’t…
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Pennsylvania Is One of the Best States in the Country for Sports Tourism — And the Numbers Prove It
A new national report ranks the Commonwealth fourth in the nation — twice — and Montgomery County is a big…
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Montgomery County Native Is Member of Most Successful Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Paul Hammond, a Montgomery County native, is a member of Get the Led Out, the most successful Led Zeppelin tribute…
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USA Today: Tour Philadelphia’s Most Famous Historical Attractions on Two Wheels
Philadelphia offers visitors a way to enjoy its most famous historical attractions while also getting some physical activity on their…
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The Main Line School District That Just Proved It’s One of the Best in Pennsylvania
For families choosing where to plant roots on the Main Line, school district quality is often the first conversation. The…
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The Iconic Bars That Built Montgomery County’s Social Scene
Restaurants come and go. Trends cycle through. But a handful of bars in Montgomery County have been holding down the…
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Cheltenham’s Football Program Has Collapsed. Now Comes the Harder Question.
Another school year is winding down in Cheltenham Township, but for hundreds of students and families tied to the high…
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Daniella Duran Always Had Something to Say. Manor College Helped Her Say It.
Growing up, Daniella Duran asked herself one question more than any other: “What’s wrong with being quiet?” Duran is autistic,…
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Big Boy No. 4014 Is Coming to Montgomery County — Here’s How to Make the Most of It
Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 is rolling through Pennsylvania this summer for the first time ever. Here’s everything you…
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The AI Buildout Came to Montgomery County. Now Residents Fear It’s Too Late to Stop It.
The battle over data centers in Montgomery County has entered a critical new phase, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. Eight…
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This Montco Town is the Region’s Most Explosive Dining Destination
Not long ago, the most ambitious culinary decision you could make in Conshohocken was which bar to hit first. For…
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Norristown Schools Axed Its DEI Chief. Now the Community Wants Answers.
The Norristown Area School District school board just eliminated its chief diversity officer, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Willow Grove’s Massive $115M Transformation Could Reshape Montco’s Future
For most of its life, the Willow Grove Shopping Center was exactly what it sounds like: a place you drove…
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Worst Wawa Parking Lot Is Right Here in Montgomery County
While Wawa reigns as the go-to spot for quick bites and convenience, its parking lots often fall short of perfection,…
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More Than a Mall: 7 Reasons Why the King of Prussia Mall Thrives While Other Regional Malls Struggle
Across the country, shopping malls are fighting for relevance. Once-busy corridors and courtyards now sit quiet. Anchor department stores have…
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Billions Spent, a New CFO, and a Bold Vision: Cencora Is Transforming Healthcare From Conshohocken
Conshohocken’s Cencora is not sitting still, writes John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fortune 10 healthcare giant is…
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Montgomery County’s Restaurant Boom Is Real. These New Spots Are Leading the Charge
A new wave of restaurants is reshaping the Montco landscape, and the momentum is hard to ignore, writes Michael Klein…
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