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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Reece Udinski, Former North Penn High School QB, Has Caught the Eye of NFL Scouts
Reece Udinski, a North Wales native son and former quarterback at Lansdale’s North Penn High School, spent a portion of…
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You’re Welcome, World: Montgomery County Is Likely the Source of National Cheesesteak Day
Four former Cheltenham High School students may have given fans of the area’s infamous sandwich their national day to celebrate.…
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New Transportation Service Blue Bell Trolley Hits Local Roads for Fall 2023
The Blue Bell Trolley, a new ride-service company, will navigate area roads for fall 2023, according to a Ryan Genova…
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Addison Bay — Ardmore Fashion Brand — Collaborates on New Line of Designer Handbags
Addison Bay, a women’s athletic-leisure clothing brand sold in an Ardmore boutique, has created a new line of handbags that…
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Dallas Commercial Real Estate Firm Sells Two Montgomery County Hotels
CBRE, the Dallas commercial real estate services and investment firm, has announced that two Montgomery County hotels have been sold…
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Local Surgeons Enjoy Working from Home in a Post-Pandemic World
The COVID-19 pandemic that started in 2020 brought changes to the American way of working that have altered forever the…
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Montgomery County ‘Jeopardy!’ Contestant on Pa. Businesses: Either Didn’t Know or Was Too Slow
Melissa Klapper from Merion Station, recently struggled with a geographically significant Jeopardy! category. PennLiveTrib reported her difficulty. Klapper — a…
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Six Years Ago, Bryn Mawr College Opted Out of Requiring SAT/ACT Exams; What Happened Next?
A 2015 experiment at Bryn Mawr College removed required SAT/ACT test scores from the admissions policy. Maya Rodriguez of WPTV,…
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Montgomery County Celebrates April Holidays, both Festive and Faith-Filled
The April convergence of Passover and Easter have filled the Montgomery County events calendar across all its towns and boroughs.…
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Cairnwood Estate, Bryn Athyn, Provides the Setting for Wedding Magazine’s Spring Photo Shoot
Luxe Mauve & Greenery Editorial, a nationwide publisher of wedding content, recently shot photos for bridal magazine MunaLuchi Bridal at…
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Montco Residential Real Estate Market Remains a Listed-Friday, Sold-Monday Frenzy
An article in MoneySmartGuides (syndicated by Jon Dulin at Wealth of Geeks) tapped Blue Bell realtor Lori Salmon as a…
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Rally Seeks to Address Montco Homeless Who Often Retreat to Makeshift Tents to Cope
A weekend event in Norristown will bring together advocates, elected officials, and area residents to rally for more affordable housing…
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Despite the King of Prussia Rail Line Jumping the Tracks, Schuylkill River Train Project Chugs On
The blow from the halted King of Prussia Rail project may be ameliorated somewhat by a milestone development for a…
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Legal Matters: Tips for Keeping Your Business in Order
By Dischell Bartle Dooley Spring is officially here and that means tax time is around the corner. Are you prepared?…
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Drone Footage Captures Beauty of Green Lane Reservoir
A 2021 drone video of Green Lane Reservoir in Montgomery County, posted by Shayan Waseh of Philadelphia, reveals the beauty…
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Tiny Montco Restaurant Has Huge Reputation for One Particular Meal
A statewide evaluation of the first (and most important) meal of the day has yielded a solid recommendation for a…
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Former PGA President Who Teed His Career Off in Lafayette Hill, Passes at Age 80
Dick Smith Sr., former Professional Golfers Association (PGA) president and hall of fame golfer, has passed away at age 80.…
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Tracking Reactions: KoP Rail Cancellation Seen as Disappointment
In the aftermath of the state’s KoP Rail decision, Montgomery County leaders shared their responses, which Rachel Ravina gathered for…
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