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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Legal Matters: Summer Property Do’s and Don’ts — Avoiding the Most Frequent Violations
By Eric Wert With longer days and warmer weather, summer is the perfect time for yard work, home improvements, and…
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Here’s What to Expect When Netflix House Opens in King of Prussia
Streaming fans now know more about what to expect from the Netflix House coming to King of Prussia, writes Samantha…
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Retail Closures Reshape Montco Shopping Centers and Open New Doors
A wave of retail bankruptcies has left more than $1 million square feet of vacant space across Greater Philadelphia, but…
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A Fateful Meeting Sends La Salle College High School Athlete to Notre Dame
A year and a half ago, La Salle College High School’s Grayson McKeogh thought his future was in the NBA,…
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Ambler Man Wins Nick Castellanos Look-Alike Competition with Help from His Family
Ambler’s Michael Penna found himself center stage at Fringe Bar in Philadelphia during a Nick Castellanos look-alike contest, writes Ariel…
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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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MCCC Celebrates Spring Semester Dean’s and Dean’s Commendation Lists
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) congratulates the 1,890 full- and part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List and…
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Bala Cynwyd’s The 1916 Company Teams Up With ‘Shark Tank’ Investor
Bala Cynwyd’s The 1916 Company has teamed up with ‘Shark Tank’s‘ Kevin O’Leary, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business…
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Upper Merion to Purchase 150 E. Dekalb Pike Site for $8M+
Upper Merion Township is making a bold land grab in the heart of King of Prussia, writes Paul Schwedelson for…
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PJM Interconnection Faces Overhaul Calls from Bipartisan Coalition of Governors
Several Republican governors have joined their Democrat counterparts, including Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, calling for an overhaul of Audubon-based PJM…
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Pennsburg First Grader Surprises Saquon Barkley with Custom Gift
Pennsburg’s Luke Lyle, a seven-year-old football player, had a special surprise for Super Bowl Champion Saquon Barkley, writes TaRhonda Thomas…
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Mama’s Pizzeria in Bala Cynwyd Makes Some of Best Hoagies in Pennsylvania and Beyond
Family-owned Mama’s Pizzeria in Bala Cynwyd has been serving some of the best hoagies in Pennsylvania and beyond since the…
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SEPTA Pays the Price for Philly’s ‘No One Likes Us’ Reputation. Here’s How We Fix It
On a frigid February morning in 2018, Jason Kelce climbed the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art in a…
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PAED Spotlight: OWM Law Expands in Pottstown, Anchoring Premier Sunset Drive Property
O’Donnell, Weiss & Mattei, a leading regional law firm has planted deeper roots in Pottstown, signaling a new chapter for…
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Kid-Friendly Animal Adventures in Montco
For little ones with a love for animals, Montgomery County is full of kid-friendly spots where barnyard snuggles and up-close…
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Oreland’s Tommy Conwell on Not Letting Music Fade
Oreland’s Tommy Conwell has left behind the packed stadiums and major-label success to focus more on his family, but he…
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Lower Merion Approves Red Light Cameras
The Lower Merion Township Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the installation of red light cameras during its meeting on Wednesday…
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Demand is High for Montco Multifamily Home Development
Montgomery County real estate is seeing a rush of multifamily development despite endless red tape, writes Noah Zucker for Bisnow.…
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