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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18 High School Seniors Receive $360,000 in Scholarships from Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank
In a powerful show of support for the next generation of changemakers, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank recently awarded $360,000 in scholarships to…
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Collegeville Office Buildings Sell to Globus Medical with Staggering Price Cut
Two office buildings in Collegeville have sold to Audubon-based Globus Medical for $6.2 million, marking an 81 percent drop in value since their last sale…
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Work Begins on Toll Brothers’ Royersford Development Featuring 30 Homes Starting at $1 Million
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has begun site work on its Royersford development, which will feature 30 single-family homes that will start at $1 million, writes…
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First Students in DCCC’s ‘Good Jobs’ Tuition-Free Welding Program Earn Certificates
The first cohort of students to take advantage of a new tuition-free welding training opportunity offered through Delaware County Community College (DCCC) and Philadelphia Works’…
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Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties to Open One of the Nation’s Largest ReStores
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties is bringing the thrift store experience back to North Wales. The nonprofit signed a lease at the…
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Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia to Open King of Prussia Surgery Center
Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia has partnered with Penn Medicine and other providers to open an ambulatory surgery center in King of Prussia, writes Harold Brubaker…
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MontCo Walmarts to Launch Modern Upgrades to Enhance Shopper Experience
The Pottstown and Norristown Walmarts are preparing to enhance their shopping experience, writes PhillyBite Magazine. The retail giant will renovate the two Montco stores along…
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Upper Merion Senior Evan Wang Named National Youth Poet Laureate
Upper Merion graduating senior Evan Wang has just made national history, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. Wang was named the 2024 National Youth Poet Laureate,…
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Valley Forge Tourism Unveils New Website, Launches Bold Summer Campaign at 2025 Travel Rally
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) celebrated Montgomery County as a premier tourism destination during its 9th annual Travel Rally on May 27, which…
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Chester County Buys Downingtown’s Trestle Bridge from PennDOT for $1
Chester County now officially owns Downingtown’s historic Trestle Bridge, writes Mike Rellahan for The Daily Local News. On May 21, Chester County commissioners voted to…
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Merck’s West Point Presence Remains Strong Amid Riverside Closure
As Merck moves forward with plans to close their Riverside facility, the company remains committed to its West Point location and other sites, writes Nathan…
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Souderton’s JBS Meatpacking Plant Workers Win Big with New Union Deal
Thanks to a newly ratified union contract, workers at Souderton’s JBS meatpacking plant are seeing major improvements to the workplace and their paychecks, writes Ariana…
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Pennsylvania Launches ‘Turnpike TV’ to Demystify Turnpike Construction, Projects, and Planning
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is pulling back the curtain on how—and why—it makes decisions that impact drivers, neighbors, and businesses across the Commonwealth. With the…
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Big Changes and Big Bets Coming to Valley Forge Casino Resort
A major transformation is underway at Valley Forge Casino Resort, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The King of Prussia mainstay rolls the…
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The David’s Bridal DoorDash Partnership Takes Off with Big Numbers
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal has joined forces with DoorDash to offer the delivery of wedding dresses, shoes, and accessories in less than an hour,…
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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Highlights Strength of High-End Housing Market
While many buyers are struggling to break into the housing market, luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers has a different angle, writes Vishaal Sanjay for Benzinga. During…
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Big Changes and Big Bets Coming to Valley Forge Casino Resort
A major transformation is underway at Valley Forge Casino Resort, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The King of Prussia mainstay rolls the…
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Delaware County Among Fastest Growing Areas in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has recorded a modest population increase in recent years, with most of the growth concentrated in the Southeast, including Delaware County, writes Mike D’Onofrio…
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