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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This Norristown USA Clothing Manufacturer Has Huge International Clout
Camber USA, a small Norristown clothing manufacturer that takes pride in its products’ American-made status, has managed to gain significant…
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MONTCO Today Careers—Line Cooks, Servers, and Dishwashers at MBA Café
The Kitchen at the MBA Café in Norristown New Restaurant! The MBA are happy to announce that our in-house restaurant, The MBA…
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Norristown’s Suburban Community Hospital Docs Seeing Fewer COVID-19 Patients, But Worry About Future for Unvaccinated Residents
Local hospitals, including Suburban Community Hospital in Norristown, are seeing significantly fewer COVID-19 patients to the great relief of doctors…
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Local High Schoolers Who Won Opioid Overdose Awareness Billboard Contest Recognized at Montgomery County Commissioners’ Meeting
During their June 3 meeting, Montgomery County Commissioners recognized three local high schoolers who won the Opioid Overdose Awareness Billboard…
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Montgomery County CFO Provides Update on County Finances at Board of Commissioners Meeting
Montgomery County Chief Financial Officer Dean Dortone provided an update on county finances at the Board of Commissioners meeting held…
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Giraffes, Bald Eagles Welcomed Cheltenham High School Students at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown for Outdoor Prom Celebration
Like many other schools in the region, Cheltenham High School decided to forego a more traditional prom venue due to…
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May 28 Update: COVID-19 Cases Plummet in Montgomery County
Montgomery County reported 25 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Friday, May 28th, 2021, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases…
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Officials Hail New Black Lives Matter Mural in Norristown as Symbol of Unity, Justice
Black Lives Matter mural envisioned by two local artists and brought to life by volunteers who worked on it tirelessly…
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West Shore Home Enters Philadelphia Region with New Norristown Training Facility
West Shore Home, a leading technology-enabled home improvement company, has expanded to Southeastern Pennsylvania with a new office and training…
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Narberth-based Wonderspring’s CEO Doing the Right Thing for Kids Amid Pandemic
Zakiyyah Boone, CEO of Narberth-based Wonderspring Early Education, is determined to do the right thing for kids as the childcare…
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Hugs for Mom! Enjoy Time with Mom at These Great Montco Mother’s Day Events
Make this Mother’s Day one for the ages with a visit to Valley Forge and Montgomery County. Treat her to…
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Montgomery County Pauses Use of J&J COVID-19 Vaccine
Per federal and state directives the Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) has announced it will pause the use…
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Montgomery County Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Now Open for Everyone Age 16 and Over
The Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) has announced vaccine registration for the COVID-19 vaccine is now available for…
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Norristown Teacher Recognized by National Hockey League as One of Nation’s Best Teachers
Norristown teacher Donald Conaway Jr. has been recognized by the National Hockey League as one of the best teachers in…
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Largest COVID-19 Vaccine Shipment to Date Arrived in Montgomery County; Commissioners Announce New Clinics in Pottstown and Lansdale
Montgomery County Commissioners have rolled out two new clinics in Pottstown and Lansdale, as well as receiving a large shipment…
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April 2 Update: ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Spread the Most and Least in Montgomery County
The number of new COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County have been increasing, write Sean Adams and Megan Lavey-Heaton for the Harrisburg Patriot-News.…
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Norristown Boy Lands Trophy Fish His First Time Trout Fishing
Eleven-year-old Domenick Chiefalo of Norristown landed a trophy fish he can brag about for years to come on his first…
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Additional J&J Vaccine to Accelerate Phase 1A Vaccinations in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Commissioners are expecting an increased supply of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Montgomery County will now be…
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