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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Twin Sisters Fulfill Their Dreams with Elkins Park Restaurant
Twin sisters Maya and Kala Johnstone had always wanted to run their own restaurant, and their dream recently came true with the opening of FoodChasers’…
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Golden Bachelor’s Susan Noles Bumps Into Brad Cooper for a Photo Op
Aston’s Susan Noles, a fan favorite from Golden Bachelor, is mingling these days with Hollywood gold, Oscar nominated Bradley Cooper, writes Lauren DuBois for The…
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Level Up Your Gaming Consoles and Get Hit of Nostalgia at Classic Game Junkie in Lansdale
At Classic Game Junkie in Lansdale, you can level up your gaming consoles, find the old ones you used to play growing up, and even…
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Celebrate Trails at Eight Greater Philadelphia Events on the Circuit Trails This Saturday
This Saturday, April 27, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration…
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Former Montgomery County Prison in Norristown Saved From Demolition
Montgomery County has taken a controversial proposal to demolish the former prison on Airy Street in Norristown off the table and will instead look for…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES staff provide an essential service to children and adults with behavioral health challenges and they are asking for your help. Several CCRES jobs are…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s 18th Annual Rev Run Achieved Record-High $80K Donation to Valley Forge National Historical Park
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) raised a record $80,000 for Valley Forge National Historical Park through funds from the 18th annual Valley Forge…
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Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List, published by Forbes. Jeff Yass Bala Cynwyd billionaire and cofounder of…
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Amidst Continued Growth, Citadel Credit Union Reinforces Commitment to the Communities It Serves
Citadel Credit Union is reinforcing its dedication to supporting the communities it serves across Chester, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, Lancaster, and Philadelphia counties through ongoing community…
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Montgomery County Native Is Member of Most Successful Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Paul Hammond, a Montgomery County native, is a member of Get the Led Out, the most successful Led Zeppelin tribute band in the world, writes…
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Six Decades Ago, Cheltenham High School Welcomed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as Speaker
On April 15, 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered a speech at Cheltenham High School to a sold-out audience as part of the Cheltenham…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES staff provide an essential service to children and adults with behavioral health challenges and they are asking for your help. Several CCRES jobs are…
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Do You Know What the Most Common Slithering Creature Is in Montgomery County?
Whether we think they are cool creatures or just want to know how to steer clear of them, people are fascinated by snakes, writes the…
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SCORE Helps Lawyer-Turned-Artist Canvass for Repeat Business
Dori Desautel Broudy always loved drawing. Growing up it was one of her favorite hobbies. Through college, she created her family’s annual Christmas card. Yet,…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
There’s plenty of chances to excel in the ever-expanding behavioral health field and CCRES jobs can start you on your way, or give you opportunities…
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Here’s a North Wales Restaurant Noted Nationally for Being Romantic
One Montgomery County restaurant is among the ten best spots for romantic dining in the Philadelphia region, reported Sharon Rigney for USA Today. There are…
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Historic Ambler Estate with Gardens Archived in Smithsonian Hits Market for $5.39 Million #2
A historic 14-acre estate in Ambler with a riding arena, three livable structures, and stunning gardens that have been archived in the Smithsonian recently hit…
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According to Philadelphia Magazine, Here are the Best Jewish Delis in Montgomery County
As a sandwich-obsessed region with a significant Jewish community, the Philadelphia area is full of excellent Jewish delis. Two of the best are close to…
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