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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Ambler’s New Ridge Hall Was Built on Vision — and C&N’s Willingness to Bet on the Unconventional
A once-aging industrial warehouse in Ambler with decades of wear and an uncertain future was recently reimagined as a community gathering place in the likeness…
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Montco Federal Donuts Location Shuts Down as Brand Regroups
Federal Donuts & Chicken is reshaping its footprint, and Montco is feeling the impact, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular Philadelphia-born chain…
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Ursinus College Officially Appoints Gundolf Graml as President
Following a successful period of interim leadership, the Ursinus College Board of Trustees has appointed Gundolf Graml, Ph.D., as the 20th president of Ursinus College,…
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King of Prussia’s Victus Teams Up to Change MLB Bat Design
King of Prussia bat-making company, Victus Sports, is making major moves as baseball’s latest equipment innovation gains traction across the sport, according to a press…
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Target Turnpike Toll Violators
Pennsylvania lawmakers are cracking down on Turnpike toll evaders, considering harsher penalties for frequent offenders, writes Mike D’Onofrio and Ryan Deto for AXIOS Philadelphia. The state has lost over…
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Returns to Huntingdon Valley After Fall Shutdown
The Huntingdon Valley location of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is making a comeback as one of five sites that have now been…
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Best Chicken Wings in Montgomery County, According to Locals
Montgomery County locals take their wings seriously. Ask where to get good winds near Blue Bell, and you will get strong opinions fast. A recent…
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Doylestown’s Station Tap House to Reopen Under New Name, Ownership
Three restaurateurs from Montgomery County have purchased Doylestown’s Station Tap House, with plans to rebrand the restaurant in their first Bucks County project, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia…
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Rehab Hospital to Open in May at Former Concordville Inn Site
Encompass Health Concordville, a 50-bed rehabilitation hospital, opens next month at the former Concordville Inn site in Glen Mills, writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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Costco Eyes Alcohol Sales at King of Prussia Store
Shoppers at King of Prussia’s Costco may soon be able to add wine or beer to their bulk-buy runs, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…
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New Southwest Philly Amazon Warehouse Will be Your Package’s Last Stop
The final stop of your Amazon purchase, before it arrives on your Delaware County doorstep, will be a new Amazon warehouse opening this fall in…
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SEPTA Makes Plans That Could Reshape Montco Living
Montgomery County communities are at the center of SEPTA’s latest strategy to reshape how and where people live near transit, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The…
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Montco Restaurant Group Expands Once Again with New Doylestown Takeover
Montgomery County’s busy restaurant scene is spilling into neighboring Bucks, as a familiar trio of local owners continues their expansion, writes Emma Dooling for The…
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H Mart Could Turn Lansdale Shopping Center into Cultural Hub
A long-struggling Lansdale shopping center may be on the verge of a turnaround, writes Tony Di Domizio for North Penn Now. Plans tied to H…
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Montco Moves Forward on Regional Solar Energy Plan
Montgomery County is taking another step toward renewable energy, joining neighboring counties in a regional push to expand solar power, writes Rachel Ravina for The…
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Victus Sports Gears Up for Phillies Season From King of Prussia
As the Phillies break into the new season, one Montgomery County company is already in midseason form, writes Nikki DeMentri for CBS News. King of…
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Hard Work and Unshakeable Hope: Habitat for Humanity Dedicates Its First Pottstown Rehab
On the afternoon of February 12th, Habitat for Humanity staff, volunteers, and supporters all gathered on Cherry Street to celebrate the home dedication of Salif…
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Montco Robotics Firm Asylon Expands AI Push With NVIDIA Partnership
Norristown’s Asylon Robotics is taking another step forward in the evolving world of automated security through a new collaboration with NVIDIA, according to Market Screener.…
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