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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How Montgomery County United to Build New Homeless Shelters
Montco is preparing to open three full-time, short-term emergency shelters by the end of 2025, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This marks a…
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See Which Area Grocer Had the Largest Boost in Sales for 2025
Amazon Grocery showed the largest gain in sales among Greater Philadelphia grocery retailers, with 17.5 percent sales gain, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business…
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Major Lansdale Apartment Complex Sells for $92M
Lansdale’s Pennbrook Station apartment complex has changed hands in one of the most expensive multifamily deals in the Philadelphia region this year, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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Mixed-Use Development Brings Big Changes to Ardmore
A major mixed-use development will add hundreds of apartments to a key stretch of Ardmore, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal Radnor Property…
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Four Montgomery County Pizza Spots Among Best Newcomers in Philadelphia Region
This year has brought new energy to the Philadelphia region pizza scene, with several newcomers serving standout slices and pies, including four locations in Montgomery…
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18-Year 5th District Congressman Dick Schulze Remembered
Republican Congressman Dick Schulze, who provided nonpartisan representation for the Fifth District from 1975 to 1993, died Dec. 23 at age 96, writes Katie Bernard…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Eyes 1 Million Visitors as County Greenlights Expansion
A major expansion for Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo is officially moving forward, writes Rachel Ravnia for The Times Herald. County officials have approved a long-term…
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Franconia Community Rallies in Escalating Goat Dispute
Two well-known goats have become the center of an emotional zoning dispute in Franconia Township, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. Tommy and Bam-Bam, a pair…
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King of Prussia Mall Posts Record Year as Experiential Retail Takes Over
The King of Prussia Mall is closing out another standout year, fueled by a strategy that goes beyond traditional retail, writes Emma Dooling for The…
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After a Transformative Year, Valley Forge Casino Bets Big on 2026
The Valley Forge Casino Resort is setting its sights on a bigger, bolder future, says General Manager Martha Morales in a recent interview with Yogonet…
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Giant Closes Willow Grove Center as Strategy Shifts
Giant is shutting down a fulfillment center in Willow Grove and others as the grocery chain transitions away from centralized online order operations, writes Emma…
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Chester County Goes Green with New Propane Bus Plan
Chester County is taking on an environment-focused action plan with the introduction of sixteen new propane buses for Chesco Connect, writes Brooke Schultz for The…
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Love & Honey Fried Chicken Is Bringing Philly Comfort to Bryn Mawr
Love & Honey Fried Chicken is officially setting up shop on the Main Line, the company announced in a press release. The Philadelphia-based comfort food…
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Oaks’ SEI Investments Announces Leadership Change as Founder Steps Back
A major leadership transition is on the horizon for Oaks-based SEI Investments, the company announced in a press release. SEI announced that founder and Executive…
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Major Sale Marks Toll Brothers’ Exit From Apartment Business
Toll Brothers is continuing a major strategic pivot, writes Janelle Ward for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fort Washington real estate giant is selling an…
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‘Flipping Farms’ Makes Family-Friendly TV Magic in Gilbertsville
At its heart, Flipping Farms isn’t just about transforming rural properties. It’s about the relationship between a father and daughter who genuinely enjoy building businesses…
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Popular Local Burger Chain Sets Sights on the Main Line
A fast-growing regional burger chain is setting its sights on the Main Line, with Gouldsburger’s officially headed to Ardmore, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia…
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Ursinus Student Goes Behind the Scenes at NBC’s National Dog Show
Across the country, before the football games kicked off and the turkey was on the table for Thanksgiving, many families tuned into the National Dog…
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