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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How Eataly in King of Prussia Makes Its Acclaimed Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
Eataly, the expansive Italian marketplace that recently opened at the King of Prussia Mall, has revealed the recipe for its…
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Toll Brothers Sets to Bring Luxury Community to Royersford
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has announced that work is underway on its newest luxury home community in Royersford, reports Citybiz. The new…
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Bala Cynwyd and Narberth Celebrate Return of Hostage Alon Ohel
Outside Bala Cynwyd’s Adath Israel Synagogue, family and friends gathered this week to celebrate the long-awaited release of Alon Ohel,…
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Montco Boy Triumphs Over Rare Hip Disorder
After years of treatment for a rare hip disorder, 9-year-old Landon Gallo of Montco is back on his feet and…
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Shapiro’s Pennsylvania Data Center Push Presents a Climate Conflict
Governor Josh Shapiro’s initiative to establish Pennsylvania as a leading data center hub is generating a conflict with the state’s…
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Elkins Park-Based Abrams Realty & Development to Demolish Wyomissing’s Berkshire Mall for New Retail
Elkins Park-based Abrams Realty & Development is under contract to acquire the Berkshire Mall in Wyomissing, with plans to demolish…
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GSK’s Emma Walmsley Rejects Co-CEO Trend, Emphasizes Resilience in Leadership
GSK chief executive officer Emma Walmsley says she’s unconvinced of the rising co-CEO trend, writes Nina Paoli for Fortune. As…
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Sal Paone Builder Plans 159-Home Redevelopment in Plymouth Meeting
Lower Gwynedd–based Sal Paone Builder is planning to transform the aging Plymouth Ridge Corporate Center into a 159-townhome neighborhood, writes…
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American Real Estate Partners Sells Conshohocken Office Tower for $83.1M
Eight Tower Bridge, a 16-story office tower in Conshohocken, has been sold to the FLD Group and New York’s Adjmi…
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Merck Finalizes $10 Billion Acquisition, Expands COPD Treatment Portfolio
Pharmaceutical giant Merck, which maintains major operations in Montgomery County, has completed its $10 billion acquisition of Verona Pharma, writes…
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Horsham Maps Out Housing, School, and Town Center for Former Willow Grove Navy Base
Horsham Township pushes forward with more plans for the former Willow Grove Navy Base, writes Zoë Read for WHYY. New…
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Valley Forge National Historical Park Brings $44.8 Million Boost to Montco Economy
Valley Forge National Historical Park remains one of Montco’s greatest treasures, both for its history and its economic impact, writes…
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Buckman’s Tent Sale Attracts Crowds of Shoppers
The first day of Buckman’s tent sale in King of Prussia saw shoppers lining up to obtain gently used –…
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First Bank House of the Week: Elegant Meadowbrook Estate with Wine Cellar and Gym Lists
Listed at $2,150,000, this stately residence at 1106 Herkness Drive in Abington Township blends timeless sophistication with modern comfort, writes…
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Montgomeryville’s The Goddard School Kids Raise $5,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
As part of a lesson in kindness and community, children at The Goddard School of Montgomeryville turned a day of…
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PJM Interconnection Fast-Tracks Energy Projects as Data Demand Soars
As data centers across the U.S. fuel record-high electricity demand, Audubon’s PJM Interconnection is racing to modernize how new energy…
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Proposed Lower Merion Ordinance Could Ban Use of Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
Lower Merion commissioners advanced a preliminary proposal during an October 8 committee meeting that would result in a ban on…
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Willow Grove Interchange Receives Full Makeover with Removal of Toll Booths
Pennsylvania interchanges are changing with the removal of toll booths, including the Willow Grove Interchange, according to a staff report…
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