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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Exceptional Cuisine Defines Dining Experience at Carlton Commons Inside Waverly Heights in Gladwyne
Carlton Commons, located inside Waverly Heights in Gladwyne, a senior living community, is serving up some truly impressive and praiseworthy…
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Elkins Park’s Diamond Tooth Taxidermy Recreates Beloved Animals Through Woodworking, Sewing, and More
From window dresser to aerial performer, Beth Beverly navigated many career twists before finding her niche as a pet-preserving taxidermist,…
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Valley Forge & Montco Primed for a Historic Year
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), the official Destination Marketing Organization for Montgomery County, has positioned Montco for…
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Limerick Leaders Weigh Costs and Benefits of Proposed AI Data Center
A proposal to build a massive data center in Limerick Township is prompting a familiar debate, reports Maggie Kent for…
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For Dry January, Ardmore’s Wallace Dry Goods Serves Mocktail Versions Of Popular Drinks
For anyone observing Dry January or aiming to limit alcohol intake, Wallace Dry Goods in Suburban Square provides the perfect…
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Two Brothers’ Dream Culminates in Bryn Mawr’s Up-Ryes Bagel
Brothers Jared and Price Kushner, who are united by their love of good food and bagels, realized their dream by…
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Meet the Pottsown Scout: The Travel Baseball Team Born from a TikTok Joke
A group of South Jersey friends who began posting viral videos during the pandemic have turned their content creation into…
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DeRo Premium Cello: Bridgeport Source for Cocktail-Ready Limoncello
DeRo Premium Cello in Bridgeport puts a modern spin on a centuries-old Limoncello recipe and offers hand-crafted liqueurs that are…
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Dock Mennonite Makes $1.5M Land Play in Montgomery County
A longtime Montco private school is expanding its footprint with a notable land purchase in Hatfield, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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How Montgomery County Found $14M in Savings Without Layoffs
A behind-the-scenes Montgomery County office is quietly reshaping how local government operates, saving taxpayers real money in the process, writes…
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WSJ: Audubon’s PJM Interconnection at Center of America’s Power Crunch
Audubon’s PJM Interconnection sits dead center in the nation’s push for AI-powering data centers, writes The Wall Street Journal. PJM…
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Major Nonprofit NPT Picks Conshohocken for 40K-SF Office Expansion
The National Philanthropic Trust (NPT) is moving to a new Montco location, writes Noah Zucker for BISNOW. The nonprofit has…
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First Bank House of the Week: Custom Farmhouse Living Meets Protected Open Space in North Wales
Listed at $1,698,900, this custom new-construction opportunity at 415 W. Prospect Ave. in North Wales offers a rare blend of…
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Coach’s Sports Cards in Hatboro Builds Community Beyond the Baseball Diamond
Two Montgomery County coaches started Coach’s Sports Cards in Hatboro to ensure that kids have a place to hang out…
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Collegeville’s Vanessa Howard Uses Her Voice for Music, Ministry, and Advocacy
From church pews in Haiti to stages and studios across the region, Vanessa Howard has spent a lifetime learning to…
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Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and mission-driven team, with open roles such as Part-Time…
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The Philly Home + Garden Show Returns Feb. 20-22 with Celebrity Experts, Fresh Ideas, and Spring Inspiration
The Philly Home + Garden Show returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, from Friday, Feb. 20 to…
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Locals Swear By These Two Historic Eateries in Montgomery County
Two Montgomery County eateries found their place on the list of the seven little-known historic Pennsylvania restaurants that locals swear…
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