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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We Don’t All Start Our Work Days at the Same Time, Despite What Rush Hour Might Indicate
FlowingData – a website that explores how statisticians use analysis, visualization, and exploration to understand data and ourselves – crunched…
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Montgomery County Says Enough to Philadelphia Wage Tax
Montgomery County is losing millions in tax revenue a year as Philadelphia, unlike almost all other cities in the state,…
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Narberth, Ardmore, and Lower Merion Township Among State’s Top 10 Best Places to Live
Niche, a website that helps people discover the schools and neighborhoods that are right for them, recently released its annual…
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Construction of Multi-Units and Townhomes Surge in Montgomery County
Residential development in Montgomery County has seen a significant surge as townhomes and multi-unit buildings outpace newly built, detached homes…
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Montco Rolling Out the Red (and White and Blue) Carpet This Fourth of July
Thanks to the kindness of the calendar that puts July 4 on a Monday, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention…
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Train Station Lease Sparks Revitalization in Souderton
Thanks to a new lease on the train station, Souderton has become a hub of revitalization activity, writes Alan Heavens for…
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Smiles, Laughs Are Contagious in Montgomery County, One of America’s Happiest Places
Happiness seems to be more contagious in Montgomery County than it is in most places throughout America. According to a…
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Cheltenham’s $80 Million Sewer Project Forces Homeowners to Pitch In
A new sewer system is inevitable for Cheltenham Township, but the potential cost for many of its homeowners is causing…
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SEPTA Partners with Uber to Alleviate Station Parking Issues
Several of Montgomery County’s busiest stations will benefit from a test initiative as SEPTA partners with Uber this summer to…
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Pottstown Deals Tax Breaks for Business Improvements
Pottstown is making a deal with businesses to boost investment in local revitalization. Under the terms of the proposal, qualifying…
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Montgomery County’s Republicans Presidential Conflict Dissected by Wall Street Journal
Two Wall Street Journal writers recently traveled to Blue Bell and Reading to highlight the split feelings on Donald Trump…
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Telford Unites Two Counties in One Borough
It is not often that you can switch counties without leaving town, but in Telford you can do just that,…
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Bike and Pedestrian Friendliness Are Big Factors for Home Marketability
Studies by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Urban Land Institute put walking and bicycling atop the list of alternatives…
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Job Growth Rising to Record Levels in Montgomery County
The 2008-2009 recession left its mark on Montgomery County, but thanks to new jobs created in construction, health care, and…
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MONTCO.Today Launch Celebrates the Montgomery County Experience
Today, May 2nd, marks the official debut of MONTCO.Today, a web-based NewsHub telling Montgomery County’s story of commercial prosperity, diverse…
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U.S. News & World Report: Lower Merion and Lower Moreland Top Public High Schools in County
Taxpayers in the Lower Merion and Lower Moreland Township school districts, particularly those with school-aged children, can rest easy, knowing…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Makes It Easier to Find a Seat at the Table
Montgomery County is home to some of the finest culinary skills in the Mid-Atlantic, with an array of more than…
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Valley Forge Sports Commission an Economic Boon for Montgomery County
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board recently announced its newly formed sports commission, Valley Forge Sports, an initiative aimed…
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