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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George Washington’s Former Headquarters in Fort Washington Hits Market for $3.295M
A historic home in Fort Washington that was George Washington’s headquarters during the Revolutionary War has hit the market for $3.295 million, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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Bucks County Leadership: Maria Santangelo, CEO, Barclay Friends
Maria Santangelo, CEO of Barclay Friends, spoke with Bucksco Today about her journey from growing up in Norristown to leading one of the most respected…
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Havertown Carpet Co. Scores Big as Winner of Firstrust Bank and Eagles’ Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles recently celebrated Havertown Carpet Co. as the winner of the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a program focused on uplifting…
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Pottstown Hospital Faces Cutbacks as Tower Health Tightens Operations
Tower Health announced plans to eliminate about 350 positions, roughly 3% of its workforce, and close select programs in an effort to remain financially stable,…
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DCED Secretary to Speak at the 60th Anniversary Celebration of Pottstown’s Lead Economic Development Organization
Pottstown Area Economic Development (PAED) will celebrate its 60th Anniversary with a special Pottstown Progress luncheon on November 13, 2025, at Brookside Country Club in…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Gives Veterans a Renewed Mission
At Conshohocken’s historic Spring Mill complex, ZeroEyes is proving that military service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. The AI gun-detection company was co-founded…
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IKEA Reinvents Affordable Smart Home Devices and Connectivity
From its North American headquarters in Conshohocken, IKEA is setting the stage for a smarter, simpler future at home, writes Sophie Charara for Wired. The…
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Penn Community Bank Launches ‘Operation Greater Good Food Drive’ to Help Combat Food Insecurity Across the Region
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is proud to launch the Operation Greater Good Food Drive, a community-wide effort running from…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Donates $100 Million to University Dedicated to Free Speech
Jeff Yass, co-founder of Susquehanna International Group, is once again making headlines, this time in higher education, writes Jessica Priest for The Texas Tribune. The…
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The Greatest Event Since the Birth of Christ? Ken Burns Says It Began in the Delaware Valley
When Ken Burns, the celebrated documentary filmmaker behind The Civil War and The Vietnam War, calls the American Revolution “the most important event in world…
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This Couple Has Biked Through 49 States but Always Returns to Greater Philadelphia’s Circuit Trails Network
Fresh off a 622-mile cycling trip through Portugal, Manny and Marsha Menendez are already back riding on the trails — this time, their route is…
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Citadel Credit Union Donates $30K, Launches Food Drive to Support Families Impacted by Government Shutdown
In response to the federal government shutdown and the resulting reduction in SNAP food assistance, Citadel Credit Union is donating $30,000 to area food banks…
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The Revolution Happened Here: 10 Philadelphia Area Battles That Shaped the Fight for Independence
Before the world called it the American Revolution, it began right here along the Delaware River, across the rolling farms of Chester County, and in…
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Nominations Now Being Accepted as Citadel Credit Union Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Heart of Learning Awards
As autumn settles across Greater Philadelphia, the season of gratitude extends beyond pumpkin patches and falling leaves and reaches into classrooms, where extraordinary educators are…
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Aqua Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Celebrate 20 Years of Tree Plantings
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) and Aqua Pennsylvania celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Trees for Watersheds grant program with a commemorative planting event at…
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5 Places Where Washington Slept: A County-by-County Journey Across the Delaware Valley
You can’t have driven anywhere around the Delaware Valley without passing a place where George Washington is reported to have spent the night. From riverbank…
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Affordable Senior Housing Project Breaks Ground In Ardmore
Construction has started on Ardmore House II, an affordable housing project designed to help seniors stay in one of Montgomery County’s most expensive towns, writes…
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Charles Barkley Teams Up with Valley Forge Casino Resort for New Steakhouse and Cigar Lounge
Valley Forge Casino Resort is upping its game with help from basketball legend Charles Barkley. The Boyd Gaming–owned property in King of Prussia announced a…
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