Montgomery County
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Conshohocken Residents Push Back on Proposed AI Data Center
A plan to transform the former Cleveland-Cliffs steel mill in Plymouth Township into a massive AI data center has sparked intense debate in Conshohocken, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Developer Brian O’Neill wants to repurpose the 66-acre site on Conshohocken Road into a 2-million-square-foot facility spanning 10 buildings. The project promises jobs and…
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WSJ: GSK CEO Emma Walmsley to Step Down; Luke Miels to Lead Pharma Giant
Pharmaceutical giant GSK is preparing for a major leadership change that will resonate globally and locally, reports Elena Vardon and Adrià Calatayud for The Wall Street Journal. The London-based company, which has significant operations in Conshohocken, Upper Providence, and Upper Merion, announced that CEO Emma Walmsley will step down at the end of 2025. Chief…
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Montco Dominates List of Greater Philadelphia’s Fastest-Growing Companies in 2025 with 15 Entries
Fifteen Montgomery County companies earned a spot on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2025 list of Greater Philadelphia’s fastest-growing companies based on average two-year revenue growth, according to a staff report from the Philadelphia Business Journal. To qualify for the list, the companies needed to have a minimum revenue of $750,000 in 2022 – the first…
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Wing It On Considers Multiple Montco Locations for Entry Into Philadelphia Region
Craveworthy Brands plans to introduce another fast-casual concept to the “foodie mecca” of Greater Philadelphia, with several Montco locations currently under consideration, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The restaurant company, based in Illinois, is seeking franchisees for its Buffalo chicken wing brand Wing It On. Matt Ensero, co-founder and Brand President, believes…
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Montco Remains Region’s Strongest Suburban Economy Amid Shift
Montgomery County continues to anchor the Philadelphia region’s suburban economy, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Montco has stronger office leasing activity than the city and a long record as the top base for office-sector jobs. But a new report from the Center City District shows that Philadelphia has just inched past Montco in…
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Bucks County Leadership: Laura Taylor, Founder and CEO, Mingle Mocktails
Laura Taylor, Founder and CEO of Wayne-based Mingle Mocktails, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in San Diego, where she started her first business selling fruit door-to-door and dreamed of a future in entrepreneurship. Taylor is frank about her troubled history with alcohol, dating back to fifth grade and continuing into her early career.…
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Montgomery County Approves Human Relations Commission to Address Discrimination
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners voted earlier this week to create a human relations commission to address claims of unlawful discrimination in employment, real estate, housing, and public accommodations, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 2-1 party-line vote to approve the commission follows the growing pressure on Democratic officials in Montgomery County…
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Developer Warns of Montco Housing Strain Despite Soaring Costs
Andrew Kaye, former president of the Home Builders Association of Montgomery County who now leads a residential development company operating in the five-county Philadelphia area, noted that building in Pennsylvania is becoming increasingly expensive, writes Michaelle Bond for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “The cost to buy ground is bigger, the cost to develop ground is…
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Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen Eyeing Several Montco Locations
Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen, a popular New Jersey fast-casual Mexican chain, is considering several Montgomery County locations for its next expansion, writes Jason Sheehan for the Philadelphia Magazine. Since opening in New Brunswick in 2016, the eatery has drawn big crowds thanks to its choose-your-own-adventure tacos, burritos, and Nutella nachos. All food is made fresh,…
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Thirty-One Montgomery County Companies Featured On Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Firms
Thirty-One Montgomery County companies are on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private firms, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Inc. list ranks firms based on their percentage growth from 2021 to 2024, providing a “snapshot of the country’s most resilient and dynamic privately held companies,” according to the publication. Bala Cynwyd-based…
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Two Montgomery County Castles on Pennsylvania’s List of Nine Majestic Fortresses to Visit
Pennsylvania is home to many grand castles where visitors can explore history and admire stunning architecture, including two which are located in Montgomery County, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Today, Grey Towers Castle sits on the campus of Arcadia University in Glenside, but when it was first built, it served as the home of…
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Recreational Marijuana Legalization Back Under Consideration in Pennsylvania
Recreational marijuana may still be far from becoming legal in Pennsylvania, but state lawmakers are once again taking a look at the issue, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In May, the state House passed a proposal allowing state-owned stores to operate a legal marijuana market, bringing adult-use cannabis closer to legalization in Pennsylvania…
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Glaxosmithkline Gets Approval for First-of-its-Kind Lupus Treatment
Glaxosmithkline, with multiple operations in Montco, just scored a major regulatory win that could reshape how lupus nephritis is treated in children, writes Neha Gupta for Insider Monkey. Late last month, the FDA approved the company’s 200 mg/mL autoinjector of Benlysta for pediatric patients as young as five, marking the first at-home treatment options for…
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Montco Supports Homeless and Your Way Home Initiative with Huge Grant
Montco is ramping up its fight against homelessness thanks to a $1.2 million boost from the state’s PHARE (Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement) fund, writes Rachel Ravina for Main Line Times & Suburban. The funding will bolster the county’s Your Way Home initiative, with efforts focused on rapid rehousing, emergency shelter operations, and outreach…
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These Montco Breweries are Redefining the Suburban Beer Scene
Craft beer lovers rejoice! Montgomery County has some great breweries with a variety of flavor profiles. The Philadelphia Inquirer compiled a list of local breweries around the Main Line. Here are the breweries in Montco: Ardmore Brewing Company Ardmore Brewing Company has undergone a stylish rebrand. Its sleek space and creative menu curated by chef…
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See Which Montco Places Are Among 25 Best Small Towns to Live on East Coast
Montgomery County is home to two places that are among the best small towns to live in on the East Coast, write Aine Givens and Andrew Jose for Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used Niche’s 2022 Best Places to Live rankings, which considered factors such as living expenses, safety, weather quality, as well as…
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Montco State Rep Greg Scott Wants to Shrink PA’s School Districts
Montgomery County State Rep. Greg Scott believes Pennsylvania’s 500 public school districts may be too many, writes Matthew Rink for Philly Burbs. Scott represents the 54th District, covering Conshohocken, Plymouth Township, and Norristown. He recently announced plans to introduce legislation that would direct the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study what it would take…
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Four Montgomery County Spots Among Region’s Best Sports Bars to Watch Phillies Games
With spring’s arrival, the Phillies are back in action, and outside Citizens Bank Park, local sports bars have become the go-to spots to catch every pitch and debate bullpen moves, writes Michele Edington for the Main Line Tonight. Even better you do not have to travel far to find a great place – four of…
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