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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New Kobe Bryant Shoe Pays Tribute to Lower Merion High School
Nike shines a spotlight on Montco’s basketball legacy, according to Andrew Rizzo for Sneaker News. Kobe Bryant’s connection to Lower…
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Montgomery County to Host First-Ever Earth Day Sustainability Marketplace in Norristown
Montgomery County invites residents and visitors to celebrate Earth Day at its first-ever Sustainability Marketplace, a new community event highlighting local…
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Montco Restaurateurs Expand to Jersey Shore With Second North Wildwood Spot
Three Montgomery County restaurateurs are taking their talents to the Jersey Shore once more, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia…
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Two Montgomery County Castles on Pennsylvania’s List of Nine Majestic Fortresses to Visit
Pennsylvania is home to many grand castles where visitors can explore history and admire stunning architecture, including two which are…
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Philly-Centric List of Most Desirable Neighborhood Includes Only One Suburban Entry; It’s in Montco
PhillyBite Magazine’s Eric Henderson set out to identify the area’s hottest, most desirable neighborhoods. His list is rather exclusive, containing…
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Ridge Hall Opens as Ambler’s New Piazza-Inspired Community Hub
Ridge Hall opened its doors as Ambler’s newest community hub, writes Michael Klein for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The $4.5 million…
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Historic Piano Maker Cunningham Piano Moving Operations to King of Prussia
A historic piano maker is moving its operations to King of Prussia, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Pick Your Parade: Montco Communities Host Back-to-Back St. Patrick’s Festivities
Montco has two chances to join the festivities this St. Paddy’s, writes Patch. The first celebration arrives when the Conshohocken…
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Manor College Junior Breaks Men’s Basketball All-Time Scoring Record
Manor College junior Immanuel Roach became Manor College’s all-time leading points scorer. He broke the record of 1,202 set by…
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MCCC to Host 59th Annual Blue Bell Student Art Exhibition Apr. 8-30
Beautiful works of art that fully capture the level of creativity and talent among Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) Fine Arts students…
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Montco Surgery Centers Charge Less for Cardiac Procedures, Shifting Care Out of Hospitals
The newly opened cardiovascular surgery centers in Montgomery County are offering lower procedure costs, attracting profitable cases that would otherwise…
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Horsham Welcomes New Indoor Pickleball Destination
Pickleball’s rapid rise continues in Montgomery County, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The BuxMont Pickleball Club will celebrate the grand…
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Historic Ambler Building Set for Fresh Start With Two New Concepts
A hospitality veteran from Upper Dublin is taking over the location of Ambler’s former Gypsy Blu, according to Emma Dooling…
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Creed’s Seafood & Steaks Brings Coastal-Class Dining to King of Prussia
In a landscape dominated by chain restaurants and fast-casual dining, Creed’s Seafood & Steaks in King of Prussia stands apart,…
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Round and Square Pies Shine at Anomalia Pizza in Fort Washington
Anomalia Pizza, a newly opened New York-style slice shop in Fort Washington, offers both round and square pies that are…
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Lender Puts Willow Grove Park Mall on Market Following Matured $170M Debt
The majority of Willow Grove Park Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in the region, has been put on…
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Jenkintown Sisters Stand With Ukrainian Amputee Veteran
In Jenkintown, faith and friendship are helping a wounded soldier rebuild his life, writes Chris Herlinger for National Catholic Reporter.…
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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a $1.525M Colonial Estate in Lower Gwynedd Township
Listed at $1,525,000, this stately Colonial tucked within the Village at Trewellyn enclave in Lower Gwynedd Township offers a blend…
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