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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Jon Metz Sets Philadelphia-Inspired Art on Fire with Pyrography
Montgomery County’s Jon Metz is a passionate artist specializing in wood-burned art, known as pyrography, highlights Reuben Harley for the Philadelphia Citizen. Though he has…
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Analysis Reveals That Working-Class Communities Across Philadelphia’s Suburbs Helped Trump Win
A new analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that President-elect Donald Trump’s win last month was helped by gains in working-class communities in Philadelphia’s collar…
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Pottsgrove Manor: Home to Checkered Legacy of Pottstown’s Founder
The Pottsgrove Manor, once the home of John Potts, the founder of Pottstown, is widely regarded as an incredible piece of architecture, reports Todd Haas…
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Local Malls Reinvent the Retail Experience to Keep Relevant
As local malls adapt to shifting consumer habits, the King of Prussia Mall, Plymouth Meeting Mall, and Willow Grove Park Mall exemplify varied approaches to…
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Philadelphia Native, Former Lower Merion Superintendent Resigns as PA Education Secretary
Pennsylvania’s education secretary, Khalid Mumin, who previously served as Lower Merion School District superintendent, is stepping down, write Maddie Hanna and Kristen A. Graham for…
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Collegeville Native Plans to Bring His Popular Halal Spot, Cousin’s Burger Home
Shahezad Contractor plans to bring Cousin’s Burger to his hometown Collegeville, writes Reuben Harley for the Philadelphia Citizen. Since debuting at the Philly Halal Food…
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On a Wing and a Prayer, Oliver Heating & Cooling Wins Firstrust Bank’s Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
When the folks at Oliver Heating & Cooling submitted their entry into the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new contest from Firstrust Bank and the…
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Shapiro Approves One-Time Funding to Avert SEPTA Fare Hike and Service Cuts
Gov. Josh Shapiro has approved $153 million in one-time federal funding for SEPTA, preventing a planned fare increase and service cuts set to take effect…
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‘Keep Upper Merion Beautiful’ Campaign is High Schooler’s Mission to Cleanup Hometown
Michael Bugler, a senior at Archbishop Carroll High School in Wayne, has taken matters into his own hands to keep his community clean by starting…
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Norristown Native Geno Auriemma Cements Legacy as Winningest College Basketball Coach
Norristown native Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in college basketball history on Wednesday with his 1,217th victory, reports Emma Baccellieri for Sports Illustrated. The…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Brings AI-Powered Gun Identification to Temple
Temple University signed on as the first university in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware to start using Conshohocken-based ZeroEyes’s innovative Artificial Intelligence program for gun…
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A Piece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy is Revitalized in Pottstown
In 1949, The Fellowship House in Pottstown hosted a young Martin Luther King Jr., who sought inspiration from a sermon that would shape his philosophy…
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King of Prussia Mall Ranked as Top Mall in Nation for Holiday Shopping
If you’re looking to get a jump on holiday shopping, head out to King of Prussia. The King of Prussia Mall has recently been ranked…
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King of Prussia Mall Expands with New Stores and Eateries
The King of Prussia Mall, Pennsylvania’s largest shopping center, continues to expand with new stores and upcoming openings, reports Daniel Urie for Penn Live. Recent…
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Kat Dennings Adds Bryn Mawr Flavor to ABC’s Midseason Lineup
ABC will bring local talent to the midseason lineup, as Bryn Mawr’s Kat Dennings stars alongside Tim Allen in “Shifting Gears,” reports Chris Compendio for…
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Nomination Period Opens for 24th Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
Citadel Credit Union has officially opened the nomination period for its 24-year Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. It will remain open through Jan. 15. The program honors local…
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Norristown’s Surge in Multilingual Students Sparks Educational Transformation
Norristown is witnessing history with an unprecedented rise in multilingual students, primarily driven by an influx of Latino learners, Marcelle Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia.…
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Marine Corps Veteran’s Transition to College Life at Manor
During warm summer nights, a small pack of teenagers roamed the backyards of Northeast Philadelphia. They laugh as they hop a fence and jump into…
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