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 Pauses Use of J&J COVID-19 Vaccine
Per federal and state directives the Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) has announced it will pause the use…
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When Renting Apartments, See Which Montco Town Gets You the Best Bang (and the Most Space) for Your Buck
If you are looking to change apartments and to ensure you get the biggest bang for your buck, who has…
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Montgomery County Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Now Open for Everyone Age 16 and Over
The Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) has announced vaccine registration for the COVID-19 vaccine is now available for…
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Pottstown Hospital Owner Tower Health Being Eyed By Nearly Dozen Potential Bidders
Pottstown Hospital owner Tower Health is being eyed by nearly a dozen potential bidders, writes John George for Philadelphia Business…
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April 9th COVID-19 Update: PA Ranks 14th For First Dose Vaccinations While Cases Continue to Trend Upwards in Montgomery County
For our April 9th COVID-19 update, Montgomery County reported 268 new positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of…
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NAMIWalks Your Way Raises Awareness to Support Mental Health in Montgomery County on June 12
Our collective mental health needs are at their greatest now. One in three U.S. adults reported experiencing depression or anxiety…
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Largest COVID-19 Vaccine Shipment to Date Arrived in Montgomery County; Commissioners Announce New Clinics in Pottstown and Lansdale
Montgomery County Commissioners have rolled out two new clinics in Pottstown and Lansdale, as well as receiving a large shipment…
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Available at a Wawa Near You: Coffee, Hoagies, and a Cut of a $9 Million Settlement
For nine months in 2019, Montco Wawa customers unwittingly put their credit- and debit-card information at risk with every swipe, opening…
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Perkiomen School Students Have Voice and Choice in Their Subjects; Learn More at April 7 Virtual Open House
Do you know Perkiomen School? Perkiomen School is an Upper and Middle college-preparatory school that combines a diverse, outstanding curriculum…
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Montgomery County Announces Pre-Registration for Phase 1B COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments
The Montgomery County Office of Public Health has announced that pre-registration for the COVID-19 vaccine is now available for people…
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Skippack Superhero Pharmacist Vaccinates Thousands in Montco
Mayank Amin, the owner of Skippack Pharmacy, has so far vaccinated more than 15,000 people in Montgomery County against COVID-19…
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Philadelphia-area Networking Group Helps Montco Members with Jobs, Fundraising
A local networking group – aptly named the Best of the Best – was started during the pandemic by Benjamin…
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34th Annual “Touch the Future” Art Show Honors Bucks & Montgomery High School Students
Top works of art from Bucks and Montgomery County high school students were featured during the 34th Annual “Touch the…
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Additional J&J Vaccine to Accelerate Phase 1A Vaccinations in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Commissioners are expecting an increased supply of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Montgomery County will now be…
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The Lincoln Center: Counselors Eager to Reconnect With Students in School After Pandemic Kept Them at Home
It has been a challenging year for the students and counselors at The Lincoln Center’s School-Based Staffing program. Under the…
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Montco Hospitals See Significant Drop in ER Visits Amid Pandemic
With COVID-19 fears keeping people at home, hospitals in Montgomery County and the entire region are seeing significant decreases in…
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A Sunday Worth Celebrating: Best Dine In & Take Out Easter Specials in Montgomery County
Celebrating Easter and looking for a great dine in or take out meal? We’ve got you covered with these takeout…
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Washington Post: Montgomery County Lags Behind State and County Average in Share of Fully Vaccinated Population
Montgomery County is lagging behind both Pennsylvania and national averages in its share of fully vaccinated residents, write Dan Keating,…
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