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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Kicking Off Summer in Montgomery County with a Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade Shandy, Sold Where? Wawa!
A summer beer from Wawa and 2SP Brewing Company in Aston may lure you in on its name alone: The…
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Where To Celebrate Juneteenth in Montco
This time last year, we as a nation came together to support Black Americans in the wake of a nationwide…
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Enjoy an Outdoor Performance at Pennypacker Mills and Meet Alice Paul, Suffragette
Alice Paul was a vocal leader of the twentieth century women’s suffrage movement. She advocated for and helped secure passage…
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Hopes for Norristown’s Revival Grow As Montco Breaks Ground on New $415M Justice Center
The Montgomery County Commissioners, joined by the Honorable President Judge Thomas Del Ricci and Norristown Municipal Council President Derrick Perry,…
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VFTCB Guide to All Things Montgomery County—Shop, Play, Stay, Dine, Visit
The guide to all things Valley Forge and Montgomery County is here! Check out the new Visitors Guide brought to…
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Real Estate Transactions Reach New Milestones in Montgomery County, Especially in Lower Merion and Kulpsville
Real estate transactions in Montgomery County continue to take place uninterrupted despite the pandemic, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia…
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Local High Schoolers Who Won Opioid Overdose Awareness Billboard Contest Recognized at Montgomery County Commissioners’ Meeting
During their June 3 meeting, Montgomery County Commissioners recognized three local high schoolers who won the Opioid Overdose Awareness Billboard…
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Forbes: America’s Best Employers for New Grads are in Montgomery County
Forbes has published its 2021 list of America’s Best Employers for New Grads, and two local companies made the cut,…
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COVID Care: Montgomery County Wins 2020 GIS in Excellence Award for COVID Hub
Montgomery County was recently awarded the 2020 Geographic Information System (GIS) in Excellence Award for the County’s COVID-19 Hub and…
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While Ted Bundy Confessed to 30 Murders in 1970s, His Killing Spree Might Have Begun While He Was Living In and Around Montgomery County
After he was arrested, Ted Bundy confessed to kidnapping, raping, and killing more than 30 women in seven states between…
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Valley Forge National Historical Park Immerses You in Nation’s History While Surrounded By Gorgeous Nature
Families that ventured to Valley Forge National Historical Park on Memorial Day were able to immerse themselves in the nation’s…
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Montgomery County CFO Provides Update on County Finances at Board of Commissioners Meeting
Montgomery County Chief Financial Officer Dean Dortone provided an update on county finances at the Board of Commissioners meeting held…
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Horsham Native Location Scout Finds Connections Go Deep When Scouting Local Places in “Mare of Easttown”
Part of the thrill of HBO’s “Mare of Easttown” was picking out local places you recognize, writes Maria Panaritis for…
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Amtrak Proposal: New Round Trips That Montco Commuters May Find Convenient
In its 2035 vision plan announced earlier this year, Amtrak included proposals to expand and improve rail service in Pennsylvania. Under consideration are new routes, some…
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June 2 Update: COVID-19 Cases Sink in Montco; 54% of Pennsylvanians Age 18+ Fully Vaccinated
Montgomery County reported 78 new positive cases of COVID-19 through the weekend, as of Wednesday, June 2, 2021, bringing the total number of…
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Fort Washington’s Longtime Germantown Academy Basketball Coach and History Teacher, Dies Aged 71
Jim Fenerty, a longtime Germantown Academy boys basketball coach, history teacher, and athletic director, died on May 19 at age…
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Nine Montco School Districts Are Among Decade’s Top 50 Highest-Scoring in Pennsylvania
Nine Montgomery County school districts are among the top 50 highest-scoring school districts of the decade in Pennsylvania, writes Ethan…
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Seller’s Market is So Hot in Montco That Even Usual Dealbreakers Are Not Deterring Buyers
With inventory low and so many people looking for a home in Montgomery County, buyers are willing to pay premium…
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