Norristown
Norristown is a historic home rule municipality and the county seat of Montgomery County, located just six miles northwest of Philadelphia along the Schuylkill River.
With a population of 35,748 as of the 2020 census, it is one of the most populous boroughs in Pennsylvania. Norristown’s rich history dates back to 1704, and it was incorporated as a borough in 1812.
The town’s economy has transitioned from its industrial roots to a more service-oriented focus, while facing challenges such as urban decay.
Cultural highlights include the Elmwood Park Zoo and Theatre Horizon, offering residents diverse recreational opportunities.
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Your Guide to Finding Santa Claus Around Montgomery County This Weekend
If you haven’t visited the big guy just yet this holiday season, don’t worry there are still plenty of chances…
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Let Someone Else Do the Cooking: Christmas Catering in Montgomery County
Does the holiday season always stress you out with all the shopping and gift wrapping, not to mention all the…
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The 73rd Norristown Garden Club Holiday House Tour Delighted Tourgoers
On Friday, December 8, the Norristown Garden Club welcomed tourgoers to the 73rd annual Holiday House tour which included five…
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‘New Improved, Pedestrian Friendly Bridge’ in Norristown Will Foster Growth
Sterigere Street Bridge in Norristown which has been closed since March is now reopened with pedestrian-friendly features, writes Rachel Ravina…
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Get into the Holiday Spirit with These Festive Montgomery County Drinks
If you are looking to make this holiday season sparkle even more than usual this year, try some of these…
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Tito’s Handmade Vodka Partners with PHS to Bring Some Love to Norristown Farm Park
Through its “Love, Tito’s Block to Block,” initiative, Tito’s Handmake Vodka is helping to keep Norristown Farm Park thriving, writes…
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Norristown-Based Gaudenzia’s Chief of Staff Named Pennsylvania’s Social Worker of the Year
Dr. Patricia McKernan, Chief of Staff at Norristown-based Gaudenzia, the region’s largest nonprofit provider of treatment for substance use disorder,…
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Norristown’s Christina J. Visco, a Business Whiz in Retail and Cannabis, Remembered
Christina J. Visco, a Norristown native and a prominent entrepreneur who excelled in several fields, including retail, marketing, and cannabis,…
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Montgomery County Commissioners Now Open to Preserving Airy Street Prison
In a surprising reversal, the Montgomery County Commissioners have announced that they will solicit proposals to reuse parts of the…
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As a Certified Autism Center, Elmwood Park Zoo Promotes Inclusivity Among Staff, Visitors
The Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown strives to ensure inclusivity among staff and visitors as a certified autism center, writes…
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This List of Best Local Places for Breakfast Sandwiches Will Make You Hungry
You won’t want to miss this drool-worthy list of the best places to get a breakfast sandwich in the Philadelphia…
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Blue Bell Mother and Young Son Rescued from Burning Car in Norristown
When Blue Bell resident Janilsa Ramos started her day on Halloween, she had no idea she would have Good Samaritans…
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The Most Magical Time of the Year: VFTCB Launches Family Travel Holiday Campaign
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board invites visitors to plan travel to Montgomery County this holiday season, positioning the…
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Go for the Greens Garden Thriving at Jefferson Einstein Montgomery in Norristown
The Go for the Greens garden project continues to thrive this season on the roof of the Nicholas and Athena…
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A Mixed-Use Development to Bring More Affordable Housing to Norristown
Developers recently gave Norristown officials a visualization of what a mixed-use development project would look like on Main Street, writes…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Gorgeous Gem of a Home in Norristown
A gorgeous brick-front colonial home on 0.44 attractive acres with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms available for…
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Norristown Native Christian Walker, Phillies Bryce Harper First Faced Off as Teens
When they were teenagers, Norristown native Christian Walker managed to beat Bryce Harper in their home run derby, writes Matt…
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Norristown Forum Explores Fate of Former Montgomery County Prison
A forum was held recently in Norristown to discuss the preservation of the former Montgomery County prison, writes Kevin Riordan…
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