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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State, Local Police Target Aggressive Drivers on Route 1
State and local police began cracking down on aggressive driving along U.S. Route 1 through the Philadelphia region on March 28, writes Dan Stamm for…
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Federal Funding Gap Hits Horsham Lab Tracking Emerging Drug Threats
Horsham’s Center for Forensic Science Research and Education has laid off 12 employees due to delays in federal grant funding, writes John George for the…
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Federal Funding Gap Hits Horsham Lab Tracking Emerging Drug Threats
Horsham’s Center for Forensic Science Research and Education has laid off 12 employees due to delays in federal grant funding, writes John George for the…
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Eagles Dismissing Pep Band Started by Upper Darby Native Bobby Mansure
After 28 seasons, the Philadelphia Eagles are letting their pep band go, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “It’s been glorious … We walk…
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Upper Moreland Makes PIAA Semifinals in Historic Boys’ Basketball Season
Upper Moreland boys’ basketball, which had never won a state playoff game before, got to the PIAA semifinals in a historic season, writes Conor Smith…
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GVF’s 2024 Annual Report Rolls Out Big Gains in Transit, Bike Safety, and Community Impact
The GVF released their 2024 Annual Report, highlighting their commitment of driving change through smart, community-focused transportation solutions across the region. This year’s report reflects…
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Danny McBride Shares How He Landed Abington Native Bradley Cooper for ‘Righteous Gemstones’ Final Season
Bradley Cooper needed just a little convincing to make a surprise appearance in the fourth and final season of The Righteous Gemstones, write Arabella Hau…
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Delice et Chocolat Adding Touch of Sweetness to Downtown Ardmore
French pastry and chocolate shop Delice et Chocolat is bringing sweetness to Downtown Ardmore with delicious pastries, danishes, cakes, and artisan chocolates, all made on-site,…
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Villanova Reunion: Ex-Knicks Teammates Star in New AT&T March Madness Ad
The “Nova Knicks” may not have lasted long on the court together, but fans can still catch the squad reunited—this time, as actors, writes J.J.…
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Montco’s Alderfer Eggs to Pay Steep Fine Over Misleading ‘Free Roaming’ Labels
A Montgomery County egg producer has agreed to pay $287,500 to settle a class-action lawsuit over allegedly misleading labels on its egg cartons, writes Abraham…
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Langhorne Welcomes Bucks County’s First MaGerk’s Pub & Grill
MaGerk’s Pub & Grill, a popular spot for bar-style food with several locations in Montgomery County, opened its first Bucks County eatery in Langhorne last…
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Discovery Channel’s ‘Filthy Fortunes’ Helps Woman Tackle Cluttered Pottstown Property
The new Discovery Channel show Filthy Fortunes helped Barbra Levan clear out the sprawling, cluttered property in Pottstown inherited from her father, uncovering valuables and…
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Norristown Planning Commission Gives Green Light for Elmwood Park Zoo Expansion Plans
The expansion plans for Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown, which would add 20 acres of land for new exhibits and amenities, are moving forward, writes…
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Locals Swear By These Two Historic Eateries in Montgomery County
Two Montgomery County eateries found their place on the list of the seven little-known historic Pennsylvania restaurants that locals swear by, writes David Murphy for…
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Hatboro Pizza Celebrates 25 Years of Serving Up Tradition and Community
Hatboro Pizza has been a local favorite for 25 years, but its roots go even deeper, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Owners John and…
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Eric Dixon’s Final Season at Villanova Could Be One for the Record Books
Villanova’s Eric Dixon is making the most of his final college season, leading the nation in scoring with 23.6 points per game, writes Tom Haines…
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As Its New Executive Director, Gladwyne’s Karnit Biran Ready for Israeli Film Festival Of Philadelphia
The Israeli Film Festival of Philadelphia will run from March 20 to March 30, helmed by its new executive director, Gladwyne’s Karnit Biran, writes Melissa…
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Prime Retail Property Near King of Prussia Mall Hits Market with Top Tenants Secured
A brand-new retail hotspot is coming to the bustling King of Prussia area, and it’s up for grabs, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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