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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Sheetz Stokes Wawa Rivalry as Limerick Site Inches Closer to Development
A new Sheetz could soon rise along Ridge Pike in Limerick Township, directly across from the existing Wawa, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury.…
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Plans Underway to Redevelop Former Melrose Country Club
A century-old golf course in Cheltenham could soon be transformed into a vibrant mixed-use community, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The long-shuttered…
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St. Joseph’s Hires Former Penn Basketball Coach as Assistant Coach
Former Penn men’s basketball coach Steve Donahue has been hired by St. Joseph’s head coach Billy Lange and will join the staff as associate head…
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A Riverfront Revival: Conshohocken’s Evolution from Steel Town to Creative Hub
Conshohocken is balancing its industrial past with a vibrant, community-driven future, writes Regan Fletcher Stephens for Philadelphia Magazine. From its roots as a Lenape settlement…
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Villanova’s Howie Roseman Reflects on His ‘Very Philly’ Story
Howie Roseman, Villanova resident and Eagles GM, had a literal brush with Philly fandom when a beer can struck him during the team’s Super Bowl…
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The Montco Made Investment Initiative Ups Funding for Local Emerging Businesses
The Montco Made Investment Initiative — a partnership between the Montgomery County Industrial Development Authority and Ben Franklin Technology Partners — is expanding its impact…
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Goodness Bowls Brings Healthy Eats and Kind Vibes to Collegeville
Collegeville’s food scene welcomes the nutritious upgrade of Goodness Bowls at 222 E. Main Street, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The café marked its…
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Mitchell Morgan Has a Full-Circle Moment at Temple Graduation
Mitchell Morgan, founder and CEO of Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties, shares his success story at Temple University’s 138th commencement, writes Sidney Rochnik for Temple News. Morgan…
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Bryn Mawr Mansion is a $2.8M Castle in the Main Line
A stunning Bryn Mawr mansion blends Tudor elegance with brick grandeur, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Listed at $2.795 million, the 6,164-square-foot residence…
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Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano Leaves Preston & Steve in Emotional On-Air Farewell
Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano, a longtime voice on Philadelphia’s airwaves, is stepping away from WMMR’s Preston & Steve show after 22 years, writes Jeff Blumenthal for…
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Cavan Sullivan Makes U.S. Open a Family Tradition
For Norristown‘s Cavan Sullivan and his brother Quinn, soccer isn’t just a sport, it’s a family heirloom passed from generation to generation, writes Jonathan Tannenwald…
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Martin Luther School to Get New $52M Home in Plymouth Meeting
Gemma Services is breathing new life into a well-known Plymouth Meeting property, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The nonprofit is converting the…
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Montco Leaders Urge Action as SEPTA Faces Historic Cuts
Montgomery County leaders are sounding the alarm over SEPTA’s looming $213 million deficit, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. With up to 50 bus…
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This Week’s PGA Truist Launches Record-Breaking Season for Montgomery County
Montgomery County enters a record spring and summer as the PGA Truist event tees off at Philadelphia Cricket Club in Flourtown this week, anchoring a…
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Ursinus Students Set Sail with Aqua PA’s Floating Classroom at Green Lane Reservoir
Education met environmental science on the waters of Montgomery County last week as Ursinus College students boarded a unique vessel: the Floating Classroom, a solar-powered…
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East Norriton’s Suburban Community Hospital Shifts Focus to Behavioral Health
Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton is undergoing a major transition, writes Harold Brubaker for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Beginning July 1, the facility will become…
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Manor College Debuts Women’s Flag Football, Men’s Volleyball for 2025-26 Academic Year
Manor College will debut Women’s Flag Football and Men’s Volleyball forthe 2025-26 school year, the institution announced. Both sports are expected to play their first…
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Still Mourning Loss of Teammate, Spring-Ford Area High School Baseball Team Surprised by Act of Kindness from Opponents
Spring-Ford Area High School’s baseball team, still mourning the loss of a teammate, was surprised by an act of kindness from their opponents, according to…
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