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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Philadelphia School Principals Open Dream Restaurant Together in Elkins Park
After long dreaming about owning their own restaurant together, this past December Dr. Maya Johnstone and Dr. Kala Johnstone opened…
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Philly May ‘Own’ the Cheesesteak, but Montco Versions Hold Up, Gaining Top Spot in Recent Rating
Many Montgomery County spots made a 2020 list of 60 Philly cheesesteak favorites in the Philadelphia region, writes Jeff Belonger…
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Major Horsham Retail Portfolio Listed for $18.3M
A prominent Horsham retail development anchored by Wawa, CVS, and P.J. Whelihan’s has hit the market with a combined asking…
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MCCC Mustangs Men’s Basketball Finishes Eighth Nationally
For the second time in three years, Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Mustangs Men’s Basketball Team capped a strong regular…
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Bryn Mawr Hospital Nurses Get Major Boost From Anonymous Donor
Nurses at Bryn Mawr Hospital got an unexpected show of support this week when they learned an anonymous donor had…
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David’s Bridal Expands Beyond Retail With New Wholesale Push
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is launching a wholesale division with designer gowns and boutique-focused services, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for…
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Montco’s Bakery Scene Is on the Rise
Montgomery County is home to more than just history and shopping destinations — it’s also a sweet spot for some…
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Bryn Athyn College Receives Accreditation Reaffirmation Following Last Year’s Warning
Bryn Athyn College of the New Church had its accreditation reaffirmed this month by the Middle States Commission on Higher…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Farmhouse in Lansdale
A gorgeous farmhouse on stunning 39.28 acres with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale…
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This New Montco Trail Could Change How People Get Around King of Prussia
Upper Merion Township secured a $1 million federal grant to help complete the Valley Forge Gateway Trail, connecting several points…
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Montco Hoopers to Watch in This Year’s March Madness
March Madness is a national obsession every spring, but this year’s NCAA tournament field comes with a distinctly Montgomery County…
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Easter Bunny Brunch Returns to Elmwood Park Zoo With Egg Hunts and Animals
Elmwood Park Zoo is giving families a festive way to celebrate the Easter season with the return of its Easter…
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The Public-Private Partnership Required to Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Water
In more than 35 years working in water and wastewater operations, I’ve watched this industry transform in ways I never…
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Penn Medicine’s Montgomeryville Center Part of Regional Plan
Penn Medicine is bringing world-class cancer care closer to Montgomery County residents, writes Harold Brubaker for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Faces Monumental Defeat in Bryn Mawr David v. Goliath Legal Battle
Bryn Mawr wine distributor, Jason Malumed took on the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board in a legal battle that exposed the…
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Perkiomen School Alum Brant Byers Helps Lead Miami of Ohio to Historic 31-0 Regular Season
Perkiomen School graduate Brant Byers emerged as a key contributor for Miami of Ohio, helping lead the RedHawks to their…
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Bryn Mawr Entrepreneur Turns Kale Into a Convenient Wellness Brand
Bryn Mawr entrepreneur Charlie Szoradi is looking to make healthy eating easier with OnlyKale, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line…
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Kutztown University Secures $100K Grant to Expand Special Education Teacher Pipeline in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is taking a focused step to address a persistent education challenge. Kutztown University has received a $100,000 grant from…
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