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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Manor College’s Ukraine Dialogue Returns on Oct. 10
Manor College’s Ukraine Dialogue, titled “Business and Industry Innovations that Support Ukraine’s Community,” will return on Thursday, Oct.10. The event will be held both virtually…
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Abandoned Mansion Owned By Phillies Owner, Bryn Mawr Resident John Middleton’s Son Covered in Graffiti
An abandoned mansion owned by the Philadelphia Phillies owner and Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton’s son has been blanketed in graffiti, writes Allie Griffin for…
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Villanova Receives Historic $11 Million Gift to Enhance Academic Programs
Villanova University recently announced a significant donation of $11 million, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. The donation is meant to enhance various academic programs…
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Integrate for Good Expands with New Hub, Empowering People with Disabilities
Integrate for Good, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, celebrated the grand opening of its new community hub on Sept. 18, reports…
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‘American Banker’ Names Vidoni One of Nation’s Most Powerful Female Banking Leaders
Penn Community Bank’s President and CEO Jeane M. Vidoni has once again been named one of the Most Powerful Women to Watch™ by leading financial services…
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Da Burger Jawn Rises Stronger After Devastating Vandalism
The Cheltenham community has rallied around a popular local restaurant, Da Burger Jawn after it was vandalized earlier this week, writes Steve Keeley for FOX…
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Jeffersonville Golf Club Transformed Into One of Nation’s Best
Jeffersonville Golf Club in Norristown managed to transform from a dried-out, nondescript public course into one of the nation’s best veneus – but it did not happen…
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Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Close to Finalizing Phase One of Federal Program
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is getting close to finalizing phase one of a federal program aimed at restoring train service between Reading and…
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La Colombe Co-Founder Wants to See Brand Focus on Innovation
La Colombe co-founder and Gladwyne resident Todd Carmichael would like to see the brand refocus on innovation and the development of its coffee products and…
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Horsham Raises Awareness for National Suicide Prevention Month
Horsham Township came together to raise awareness during National Suicide Prevention Week, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The community wanted to provide hope to…
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Manor College’s Newest Blue Jay: Making an Impact Through Education
Only a few months of the semester had passed, but Abdellah Krebs knew he would transfer from the remote, upstate New York college. He lived…
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Election Day Security Efforts a Top Priority in Montgomery County
Montgomery County law enforcement is stepping up efforts to safeguard democracy on Election Day, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. Officials aim to crack down…
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Nirvana Indian Bistro Brings Delicious Ethnic Cuisine to Bryn Mawr
Nirvana Indian Bistro, led by restaurateur Nabin Chhantyal, serves delicious ethnic cuisine at its newest location in Bryn Mawr, writes Ed Williams for the Main…
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JP Orleans to Bring Riverfront Community to King of Prussia
Conshohocken-based JP Orleans is planning to develop a 119-unit residential community on a premier 18-acre parcel along the Schuylkill River in King of Prussia, writes…
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Hatboro Bakery Serves Cookies with a Side of Politics
Lochel’s Bakery in Hatboro has once again brought back its Election Cookies, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The local tradition adds a fun twist…
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New Penn Valley Proposal Has Big Plans for Small Retail
A new office building with ground-floor retail space may soon be constructed along Montgomery Avenue in Penn Valley, Lower Merion, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main…
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A Young Blue Jay Brings an Adult Work Ethic to Fall Semester at Manor College
Samantha Santos works with a drive uncommon for a 17-year-old girl. It is the sort of work ethic that led Santos to graduate from Penn…
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Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff Appeals to Norristown Democrats
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff met with Norristown Democrats, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. The first Presidential Debate between VP Kamala Harris and former President…
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