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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SPS Technologies Faces Uncertain Future After Devastating Factory Fire in Abington
SPS Technologies‘ massive fire earlier this month leaves an uncertain future for the Abington industrial pillar, writes Beatrice Forman and Jeese Bunch for the Philadelphia…
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Mike Bowman Named to Philadelphia Business Journal’s Power 100 List 7th Year in a Row
Mike Bowman, President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (VFTCB), has been named to the Philadelphia Business Journal Power 101 list, a…
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Oaks’ SEI Investments Sells Family Office Services Business for $120M, Rebrands as Archway
Oak’s SEI Investments has agreed to sell its family office services business to New York-based investment firm Aquiline Capital Partners, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia…
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Bryn Mawr College Named One of America’s Most Beautiful Campuses
Bryn Mawr College, the historic women’s institution, has been named one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast Traveler, writes…
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Shapiro Secures $2 Billion in Federal Aid After Legal Battle with Trump Administration
Josh Shapiro announced Monday that over $2 billion in federal aid—previously frozen by the Trump administration—is now accessible, reports Marc Levy for The Reporter. The…
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Worst Wawa Parking Lot Is Right Here in Montgomery County
While Wawa reigns as the go-to spot for quick bites and convenience, its parking lots often fall short of perfection, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST.…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Assesses Damage at SPS Technologies, Praises Firefighters
Governor Josh Shapiro visited the SPS Technologies facility in Abington on Saturday to assess the aftermath of a massive fire that broke out last Monday,…
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Four Montco Golf Courses Make List of Pennsylvania’s Top Ten
Four Montgomery County golf courses have found a place on the Top 10 Golf Courses from Arnold Palmer’s Birthplace list, writes Debayan Biswas for MSN.…
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Sheetz Considers Invading Wawa Territory, Eyes Limerick for Potential Location
The long-time battle between Sheetz and Wawa may be coming to a head, as the Altoona-based grocer eyes a Limerick location in the heart of…
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Thrillist Names This Montco Spot One of Nation’s Must-Visit Small Towns
The popular travel website Thrillist recently unveiled its list of “must-visit” small towns across the United States, naming Ambler as Pennsylvania’s top pick, according to…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Pushes Plans for Major Redevelopment
Norristown officials are advancing plans to revitalize Elmwood Park, writes Jusitn Heinze for the Patch. The zoo aims to enhance the community space following recent…
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New Toll Brothers Community Brings 54 Homes to Collegeville on Former Farm Site
Toll Brothers has launched Hearthfield, a new 54-home luxury community in Collegeville, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The new community is on a…
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Craving Italian? These 7 Montgomery County Italian Eateries Are Worth Checking Out
There’s something special about a great Italian restaurant—the comforting aroma of simmering sauces, the sound of laughter over clinking wine glasses, and, of course, that…
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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Sues Owner of Shuttered Golf Course in Florida
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has sued the owner of a shuttered Florida golf course to enforce a purchase agreement on the 55-acre property, writes Brian…
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Penn Valley Couple Begin New Chapter Together – at 90!
A Penn Valley couple in their 90s are embarking on a new chapter of life together, a journey that began by chance, reports Dave Edwards…
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Haverford High’s Leon Smith Highlights Black Excellence in a World That Doesn’t Always See It
Leon Smith, a 22-year teacher at Haverford High School, is also Pennsylvania’s 2025 Teacher of the Year. In that role, the African American Studies teacher…
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Lansdale Explores Potential Energy Corridor Partnership with Neighboring Towns
Lansdale officials are considering a new regional energy partnership that could enhance electricity resilience and lower costs, writes Dan Sokil for The Reporter. The proposed…
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Ardmore’s Thriving Food, Drink, and Shopping Scene Is Becoming Suburbs’ Answer to Fishtown
Ardmore is brimming with hip restaurants, bars, and small businesses, and transforming this bustling Montgomery County town into the Fishtown of the suburbs, writes Jenn…
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