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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Ambler Oktoberfest Returns with Food, Music, and “Red October” Fun
Ambler is once again closing Butler Avenue to cars and opening it to thousands of revelers as Oktoberfest takes over…
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Montco to Honor Sharon Cullen, Longtime Public Servant Who Died in July
Montgomery County will honor Sharon Cullen, a dedicated longtime public servant who died in July, on Friday, the day that…
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Cheltenham-based Artist’s Project Examines Relationships Between Humans and Ecosystems We Inhabit
Rebecca Schultz, a Cheltenham-based artist, examines relationships between humans and the ecosystems we inhabit through community-based projects, writes Emily Kovach…
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Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), a respected public institution serving Blue Bell and Pottstown, is actively seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and…
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Barrack Family Foundation Donates $10M to Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr
The Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy has received a $10 million gift from the Barrack Family Foundation, a donation used…
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Norristown’s Asylon Robotics Showcases Robotic Security at Global Conference
Norristown’s Asylon Robotics is showcasing the future of robotic security this week at the 2025 Global Security Exchange Conference, the…
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Eataly Opens in King of Prussia Mall with Food, Wine, and Culture
The King of Prussia Mall’s new anchor store, one filled with Italian flavors instead of fashion, is here, writes Michael…
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Lock 29 in Mont Clare Offers Delicious Dining with Stunning Waterfront Views
At Lock 29 in Mont Clare, nestled along the Schuylkill River Trail, guests can enjoy delicious dining with stunning waterfront…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children…
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Montco Dominates List of Greater Philadelphia’s Fastest-Growing Companies in 2025 with 15 Entries
Fifteen Montgomery County companies earned a spot on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2025 list of Greater Philadelphia’s fastest-growing companies based…
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SPS Technologies to Rebuild Smaller, More Automated Abington Factory After Fire
SPS Technologies plans to rebuild the century-old aerospace fasteners factory in Abington that burned down in February as a smaller,…
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Legendary Germantown Academy Coach, Jack Turner Remembered
Jack Turner of Ambler, a legendary Germantown Academy coach and star athlete, passed away Sept. 20 at the age of…
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‘Wait Until 8th’ Movement Spreads Across Lower Merion, Main Line
A growing number of Lower Merion parents are rallying behind the “Wait Until 8th” pledge, write Denali Sagner and Maddie…
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‘The Office’ Star and Ardmore Native Honored by Her Alma Mater
Ardmore native Kate Flannery, best known for her hilarious turn as Meredith Palmer on The Office, is about to receive…
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Military Veteran Continues Life of Service in Bala Cynwyd After Life-Saving Kidney Transplant
Vada Conant, who has devoted her life to service, leads the historic American Legion Vandiver-Moylan Post 355 in Bala Cynwyd,…
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These Are The Go-To Bagel Shops in Montco
The Main Line is home to numerous bagel shops offering a wide selection of popular bagel varieties, with some of…
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Dolly Parton Joined Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter—But Not Without Setting Some Ground Rules
When Dolly Parton teamed up with East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter for a fresh take on “Please Please Please,” the country…
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This Wellness Retreat in Skippack is the Perfect Place to Relax and Unwind
Those looking for a soothing spa day spot can check out SALTability Retreat in Skippack, which offers a variety of…
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