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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Eagles Owner Jeffrey Lurie Reflects on Super Bowl Glory, Revenge Over Chiefs
Standing outside the Eagles’ locker room in the Caesars Superdome, Jeffrey Lurie basked in the moment, writes Ed Kracz for Sports Illustrated. The overpowering cigar…
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Yum Yum Bake Shop in Colmar Has the ‘Go Birds’ Treats
Yum Yum Bake Shop in Colmar is fully stocked for the Super Bowl, offering a variety of Eagles-themed treats, including a giant donut with “Go…
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Nelly Jiménez-Arévalo Appointed Montco’s Director of Immigrant Affairs
Montgomery County has appointed Nelly Jiménez-Arévalo, executive director of ACLAMO, as its first director of immigrant affairs, writes Katie Bernard for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Jiménez-Arévalo,…
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Who is Philadelphia Eagles Owner Jeffrey Lurie?
Jeffrey Lurie has been the driving force behind the Philadelphia Eagles for over three decades, writes Jack McKessy for USA Today. Since purchasing the team…
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Kat Dennings’ ‘Shifting Gears’ is the Family-Friendly Sitcom Modern Television Has Been Missing
ABC’s new sitcom, ‘Shifting Gears’ is a nostalgic throwback to the family sitcom, writes Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal for Parents. The show blends humor with hear…
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Norristown Area School District Stands Firm on Protecting Students from Immigration Actions
The Norristown Area School District reaffirmed its commitment to student safety and inclusion amid growing immigration concerns, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Superintendent Christopher…
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Jeffrey Lurie Wants to Host a Super Bowl in Philadelphia, But There’s an Expensive Snag
Jeffrey Lurie has built the Philadelphia Eagles into a premier NFL franchise, but his next challenge may be even bigger—bringing a Super Bowl to Philadelphia,…
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What Makes Eagles Fandom So Crazy?
Conshohocken’s Dr. Liselle Milazzo, an assistant professor at Penn State Abington, spent the past NFL season observing Eagles fans at local sports bars, writes Victor…
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Bradley Cooper’s Parents Bought His Childhood Home in Jenkintown in 1970; His Mother Still Lives There
Bradley Cooper, a frequent supporter of the Eagles at the Linc, developed his love for the Birds while growing up in his Jenkintown home, writes…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Advocates for Recreational Marijuana
Governor Josh Shapiro is once again advocating for recreational marijuana legalization in Pennsylvania, writes Gillian McGoldrick. Abington’s own Shapiro cited the potential tax revenue as…
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Two Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders Will Represent Montco at the Super Bowl
When the Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders take the field in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on February 9, two of them will represent Montgomery County,…
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Ambler-based Alpha & Omega Logistics Shuts Down After Losing Amazon Contract
Ambler-based Alpha & Omega Logistics has had to close its doors after its contract with Amazon was abruptly terminated, affecting 110 workers, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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Aqua PA Awarded Nearly $29M in Funding to Remove PFAS from Drinking Water Across Commonwealth
Aqua Pennsylvania was recently awarded a combination of grant and low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support its continuing commitment…
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Montgomery County Board of Commissioners Advances DEI Mission Despite Trump Cuts
Despite the Trump administration’s rollback of DEI initiatives at the federal level, the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners continues to advance its mission of fostering…
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The Schuylkill River Trail Gets Funding for Safer, Longer Upgrades
Over $13 million in funding has been awarded for two significant Schuylkill River Trail expansion projects, reports John McDevitt for KYW NewsRadio. The projects will…
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Philadelphia Seeing Lowest Population Growth in Region in Recent Years
Pennsylvania has recorded a modest population increase in recent years, with most of the growth concentrated in the Southeast, though less so in Philadelphia itself,…
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The Montgomery County Prison in Norristown is a Monument to Architectural History
Norristown is home to the castle-like Montgomery County Prison. Pamela W. Reilly reflects on the historic structure in Pennsylvania Heritage. The prison was built in…
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Harold Katz, Former 76ers Owner and Founder of Willow Grove-based Nutrisystem, Remembered
Harold Katz, a former owner of the 76ers and the founder of Willow Grove-based Nutrisystem, died on January 24 at 87, writes Keith Pompey for…
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