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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March 6 Update: ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Spread the Most and Least in Montgomery County
The number of new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County has plateaued, although some areas have slight increases across the county, write…
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Montco Residents Want to Know: Where’s Our Vaccines?
Montgomery County is frustrated it is receiving fewer doses of vaccine by population than counties much smaller, writes Maria Panaritis…
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The Best County to Live in Pennsylvania? Right Here in Montco!
Montgomery County is the best county to live in Pennsylvania, according to a new ranking from 1310 Newsradio. With a…
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See Which Local Towns Are Among Top Five Hotspots for Homebuyers in Montco
Three Montgomery County towns are among the top five hotspots in the Philadelphia area where homebuyers are most focused to…
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The Impact of a Supportive Educator Shapes the Work of April Thomas at The Lincoln Center
April Thomas learned early in fifth grade how much students benefit from a caring, supportive educator. She carried that lesson…
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Wall Street Journal: Thomas Eakins’ 1871 Painting Captures Moment of Ease on the Schuylkill River
“Max Schmitt in a Single Scull,” painted by Thomas Eakins in 1871, depicts a rower’s moment of ease on the…
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Montgomery County Small Businesses Will Get Another Chance to Receive Economic Relief Through New Hospitality Industry Recovery Program
Local small businesses will get another chance to receive economic relief through the MontcoStrong 2021 Pennsylvania Hospitality Industry Recovery Program,…
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Montgomery County Dominates List of Most Expensive Houses Sold in Pennsylvania in 2020
The Philadelphia area is home to a whopping 19 of the most expensive houses sold in Pennsylvania in 2020, with…
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February 23 Update: COVID-19 Cases on Slight Increase, Still Very High Risk Level
Montgomery County reported 336 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Monday, February 22, bringing the total number of confirmed…
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Montgomery County ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Has Spread the Most and the Least over the Last Week
Continuing this month’s trend, the number of new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County continued to drop over the last seven…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Stunning Custom-built Country Home & Farm Amid the Rolling Hills of Harleysville
. Ready for the good life? Immerse yourself in country living and have that winery you’ve always wanted, or keep…
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Montco Republican Commissioner Throws His Hat Into Governor Race
Montgomery County Commissioner Joe Gale is the latest Republican to join the already crowded race for the position of Pennsylvania…
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Update: Here’s Where COVID-19 Cases are the Highest and Lowest via ZIP Codes
Continuing last week’s trend, the number of new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County continued to drop over the last seven…
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February 10 Update: COVID-19 Cases Up in the Last Week While Death Rates Slowing Down
Montgomery County reported 817 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, February 9, bringing the total number of confirmed…
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Montgomery County is Running Out of Vaccines, But Pennsylvania Still Does Not Know When More Doses Will Be Available
Pennsylvania still does not know when an increased shipment of shots will be available for counties that are running out…
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Upper Gwynedd-based Merck CEO Retiring
Kenneth C. Frazier, a North Philadelphia native, is retiring from his position as Merck CEO effective June 30, writes John…
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February 6: Here Are the Montgomery County ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Has Spread the Most and the Least Over the Last Week
The number of new COVID-19 cases is starting to decrease nationwide and across the state, with Montgomery County numbers following…
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With Local Data Painting Encouraging Picture, Cheltenham School District Reopens Classrooms for First Time Since Outbreak Started
With local data showing there were limited instances of the coronavirus spreading in schools, more school districts are opting to…
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