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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Inside Bryn Mawr College’s Vision to Redefine the Liberal Arts Experience
Bryn Mawr College is laying out an ambitious roadmap for the future, unveiling a new 10-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening academics, student experience, and…
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Sale of Flats at Lansdale Tops Regional Averages, Signals Strong Demand
A major apartment complex in Lansdale has changed hands, underscoring the strength of Montgomery County’s rental market, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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From Small Town Bucks County to the World Stage: How Quakertown Shaped Sabrina Carpenter
Global pop success usually starts in the same places. Los Angeles. New York. Industry pipelines. Sabrina Carpenter started in Quakertown. That matters. Quakertown is not…
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Union League Expands Lafayette Hill Club with New Amenities, Event Space
The Union League of Philadelphia is continuing to expand and modernize its footprint in Montgomery County, writes Todd Romero for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Another Large-Scale Data Center Could Reshape Montco Landscape
A data center proposal in Linfield is officially on the table, adding to a growing list of large-scale projects across Montgomery County, writes Evan Brandt…
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Chicken Salad Chain Spreads Its Wings With Locations Coming to Chester County
Southern fast-casual chain Chicken Salad Chick is set to enter the Philadelphia market with six locations across Chester and Montgomery counties, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business…
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Bimbo Bakeries Exits Horsham HQ While Maintaining Montco Presence
A major corporate presence in Montgomery County is preparing to relocate, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bimbo Bakeries USA announced plans to move…
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PECO Announces Transition of President and CEO David Vahos to Special Advisor to Exelon’s President and CEO
PECO President and CEO David Vahos will transition to the role of Special Advisor to Exelon President and CEO Calvin Butler. Mike Innocenzo, Exelon’s Chief…
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Wynnewood’s Rosemary Connors Trades TV Career for Booming Business
For Wynnewood native Rosemary Connors, a successful career in television was just the beginning, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today. After 15 years…
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Montgomery County Tackles Homelessness with Hotel Stays
Montgomery County is seeing real results from an innovative effort to combat homelessness that’s giving residents more than just a roof over their heads, writes…
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Blue Bell’s Unisys Partnership Takes Aim at Rising Financial Crime
Blue Bell’s Unisys is expanding its role in global financial technology through a new partnership aimed at strengthening banking security and compliance. The company recently…
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Valley Forge Rev Run Raises $100K in Milestone 20th Year
Montgomery County’s Valley Forge Revolutionary Run hit a major milestone this year, celebrating its 20th year with both a strong turnout and record fundraising, writes…
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Dine Better All Year for $150: The Farmer’s Daughter Launches a VIP Club Worth Joining
If you already find yourself at The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant at Normandy Farm a few times a year, it’s worth doing the math before your…
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Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech
Walmart is bringing a wave of upgrades to Montgomery County, with three local stores set to undergo renovations as part of a broader statewide modernization…
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The Wawa Statistic Nobody Believes, Until You Do The Math
Wawa says it serves 1 billion customers every year. When I ask people to guess that number, they always come in low. Way low. No…
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More than a Dozen Events to Enjoy on the Region’s Circuit Trails Network on Saturday
Saturday, April 25 is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual, nationwide invitation to get outside and experience the trails that connect our communities. Led regionally by the…
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Norristown Robotics Firm Powers High-Tech Farm Security in Hawaii
A Montgomery County company is helping reshape how farms protect their crops, and it’s happening thousands of miles away, writes Chris Mccullough for Future Farming.…
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Guidemark: Paving Success, Together
Guidemark, a Souderton-based pavement contractor, plays a vital role in keeping Eastern Pennsylvania moving by ensuring all roadways have the proper traffic markings. With more…
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