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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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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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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Ardmore’s Tired Hands Rebrands Original Brewpub with New Name & Cocktails
Big changes are brewing in Ardmore’s Tired Hands, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The brewing company has reimagined its original BrewCafé, now…
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Howie Roseman Vowed Not to Repeat Mistakes from Eagles’ First Super Bowl Win – and He Delivered
Villanova resident Howie Roseman vowed not to repeat the mistakes from Philadelphia Eagles’ first Super Bowl win, and delivered on his promise, writes Joseph Santoliquito…
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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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Governor Shapiro’s Social Media Strategy Earned Him the Nickname, TikTok Josh
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, often seen as a serious political figure, has embraced a new persona, writes Jack Fowler for National Review. Abington’s Shapiro is…
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King of Prussia Mall Nears Deal to Transform Vacant JCPenney into New Experiences
Big changes are on the horizon for King of Prussia Mall as it moves closer to filling the long-vacant former JCPenney space, Emma Dooling for…
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Philadelphia Spring Temperatures Are Rising Faster Than Most of Region, New Analysis Finds
With March 20 marking the first day of spring, a new analysis has found that Philadelphia spring temperatures are rising faster than the suburban areas…
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The Rise of Spring-Ford’s Lucy Olsen from Local Talent to Iowa Basketball Star
The journey to basketball stardom for Spring-Ford’s Lucy Olsen began with a simple desire to join her big sister on the court, writes Brooke Ackerman…
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Giant Food Store Coming Soon to Jenkintown – Here’s What to Expect
Jenkintown is about to get a fresh new shopping option, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Giant Food Stores prepares to open its first location…
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Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest $200,000 in Local Communities in Q1
Penn Community Bank continues its long-standing commitment to community investment. From January to March 2025, the bank and its charitable arm, the Penn Community Bank…
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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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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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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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Brothers Kershner Brewing Continues Its Chester County Expansion with New Taproom
Skippack-based Brothers Kershner Brewing is continuing its expansion in Chester County with a new taproom in Avondale, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. …
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Collegeville and Narberth Redefine Small-Town Living with Smart Development
Collegeville and Narberth are both undergoing revitalization efforts aimed at blending modern development with small-town charm, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. In Collegeville,…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Unveils $5M Plan to Combat Pennsylvania’s Nursing Shortage
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited Temple University this week to promote his $5 million Nurse Shortage Assistance Program, writes Carmen Russell-Sluchansky for WHYY. The initiative funds…
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