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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$8.8 Million in Lottery Prizes Won by Two Montco Shoppers in Wynnewood and Pottstown
Montgomery County was a very lucky spot for two shoppers this week, who won more than $8 million combined in the Pennsylvania Lottery, according to…
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David’s Bridal Expands Beyond Retail With New Wholesale Push
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is launching a wholesale division with designer gowns and boutique-focused services, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for Retail Dive. David’s Bridal is…
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Bryn Mawr Hospital Nurses Get Major Boost From Anonymous Donor
Nurses at Bryn Mawr Hospital got an unexpected show of support this week when they learned an anonymous donor had given $1 million to help…
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Kutztown University Secures $100K Grant to Expand Special Education Teacher Pipeline in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is taking a focused step to address a persistent education challenge. Kutztown University has received a $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education…
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The Public-Private Partnership Required to Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Water
In more than 35 years working in water and wastewater operations, I’ve watched this industry transform in ways I never saw coming — and the…
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PopUp Bagels’ First Philly Region Location Opens March 20 in Ardmore
The fast-growing bagel concept PopUp Bagels will open its first location in the Philadelphia region on March 20 at Suburban Square in Ardmore, writes Michael…
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Two Cofounders From Montgomery County Rank Among World’s Wealthiest
Two Montgomery County businessmen have landed on the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List with a combined fortune of around $84 billion, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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Irish Are Well Represented in Pennsylvania, Delaware County
They say on St. Patrick’s Day, everybody’s Irish, but how many of us in Delaware County actually are? In Pennsylvania, about 14.8 percent of us…
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Villanova Students Step Up as Volunteer Firefighters in Bryn Mawr
A group of Villanova University students is proving that academic success and community service can go hand in hand, writes Leslie Small for Main Line…
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Episcopal Diocese Taps Michaels Organization to Redevelop 26 Church Properties in Philly Region
The Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania is working with private developer Michaels Organization to repurpose 26 church properties throughout the Philadelphia region, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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Montco Delays Public Event on Data Centers Amid Safety Concerns
A planned public discussion about the growing presence of data centers in Montgomery County has been postponed, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The event was…
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Freedom Village Players Present Shows at Their Own Pace and Audiences Love It
The lure of the stage. “You know, once you start, it’s in your blood,” says Maggie Doyle with the Freedom Village Players. That lure…
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Oaks-Based SEI Partners With IBM to Expand AI Across Its Operations
Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping how businesses operate, and a Montgomery County financial services company is investing in the technology to modernize its operations. Oaks-based…
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Nudy’s Cafe Opening 15th Location in Glen Mills as Chain Expands
Nudy’s Cafe, operating as a breakfast and lunch venue for 46 years, is opening its 15th location in Glen Mills, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia…
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Conshohocken’s Boomi Wants to Solve the Biggest Problem Holding Back AI
Conshohocken’s Boomi announced a major upgrade to its platform, aimed at organizing data to streamline artificial intelligence for businesses, according to ERP Today. Boomi is…
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DELCO Careers – The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth
Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1983, The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth is an entrepreneurial…
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KOP’s Universal Health Services Expands Telehealth Reach With $835M Deal
King of Prussia’s Universal Health Services is making a major move to expand its behavioral health footprint, the company announced in a press release. UHS…
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King of Prussia Mall Welcomes Wave of New Retailers
The Montgomery County retail powerhouse continues to grow, writes Daniel Urie for Penn Live. The King of Prussia Mall has welcomed several new retailers in…
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