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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Valley Forge Medical Center Facility, Norristown: New Look, New Tech, New People
The Valley Forge Medical Center facility in Norristown is currently undergoing a renovation, reported Priscilla Liguori for WFMZ 69 News.…
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Norristown Singer Needed Dad’s Pep Talk to Audition for Idol; Now He’s Headed to Hollywood
Rashid Saint-Fleur, a 24-year-old singer from Norristown, had music chops before making the decision to audition for American Idol. He…
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Norristown School District Urges for More Funding before Pandemic Relief Funds Run Out
Norristown School District is one of many in the region pushing for more school funding before pandemic relief ends for…
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One Montgomery County Borough Chosen to Test National Police-Community Outreach
MovementForward, Inc., an Atlanta organization, has collaborated to create a national organization to improve police-resident relations in communities across the…
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Norristown Area High School Students Raise $11,000 to Fight Childhood Cancer
The recent effort from Norristown Area High School students to raise funds to fight childhood cancer yielded a $11,000 donation.…
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Montgomery County Celebrates April Holidays, both Festive and Faith-Filled
The April convergence of Passover and Easter have filled the Montgomery County events calendar across all its towns and boroughs.…
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Rally Seeks to Address Montco Homeless Who Often Retreat to Makeshift Tents to Cope
A weekend event in Norristown will bring together advocates, elected officials, and area residents to rally for more affordable housing…
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MONTCO Careers — Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality…
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Norristown Islamic Society Kicks Off Ramadan with Arts & Crafts
The Norristown Islamic Society observed the start of Ramadan last Wednesday in a crafty way. Ramadan is celebrated for a…
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Montgomery Bar Association Welcomes New President at Blue Bell Meeting
The Montgomery Bar Association (MBA) held its annual business meeting at Bluestone Country Club in Blue Bell Over 200 members,…
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Tracking Reactions: KoP Rail Cancellation Seen as Disappointment
In the aftermath of the state’s KoP Rail decision, Montgomery County leaders shared their responses, which Rachel Ravina gathered for…
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Norristown’s Kitten Sanctuary Needs Your Help
With its no-cage, no-kill policies, Norristown’s Kitty Cottage Adoption Center has revolutionized the way shelters for homeless cats are run,…
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Fed’s ‘No’ Stops King of Prussia Rail Line in Its Tracks
All work on the proposed King of Prussia Rail — the four-mile transit extension to the Norristown High Speed Line…
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Norristown Philanthropist, Grateful for the Upbringing He Got There, Continues Boosting His Hometown
Gratitude for his Norristown upbringing — with its upsides and downsides — is leading local entrepreneur-philanthropist Lenny Bazemore and his…
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King of Prussia District: Moore Road Multimodal Trail Study Takes Brisk Step Forward
The King of Prussia District has set forth with its Moore Road Multimodal Trail Study, according to a Chris Basler,…
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Personnel Commended for Life-Saving Efforts in 2022
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office recently recognized 16 officers for life-saving efforts in 2022. Oscar Gamble, for The Mercury, covered…
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Norristown Millennial Advises Peers on Wealth-Building: A Savings Account Is Not the Way
Norristown resident Deniesha Scott knows all about Millennials and their current financial struggles. She’s been schooled formally, yes, with a…
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Montco Chief of DEI Knows When Her Efforts Have Succeeded: She’ll Be Out of a Job
Donna Richemond — Montgomery County Chief of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) — will know when her efforts have succeeded:…
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