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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As It Rises in Popularity, Avelo Airlines Expands for Local Travelers
Less than a year after its debut at the nearby Wilmington Airport, Avelo Airlines plans to add two new routes for Montgomery County travelers and…
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Penn Community Bank’s Home Opportunity Mortgage Increases Access to Housing for All
Throughout its 150-year history, Penn Community Bank has been committed to helping people achieve the dream of home ownership and now with its new Home…
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PA Environmental Protection Secretary Richard Negrin Tours Once-Troubled Berks County Wastewater System
Pennsylvania American Water hosted Richard Negrin, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for a tour of its Exeter Wastewater Treatment Plant in…
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Montgomery County’s New ‘Traffic Garden’ Teaches Youth Road Safety
Montgomery County has created an interactive exhibit to teach young county residents how to be safe on the road, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The…
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Your Guide to the Best Mini Golf Spots Near Montgomery County
Whether you are looking for ways to keep the kids entertained or a fun spot for a friend hangout, mini golf is sure to be…
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Major Interstate 476 Improvement Project Starts Next Week
PennDOT’s major Interstate 476 improvement project with a price tag of $63.7 million is slated to start next week, according to MediaNews Group. The project…
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These Montgomery County Companies Made the Inc. 5000 List
Inc. just put out its list of the fastest-growing companies in the United States and the Philadelphia area, including Montgomery County, was well-represented, writes Ryan…
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Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant is Expanding Into Nearby Lehigh Valley
Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant, which has restaurants located throughout the Philadelphia area, including Montgomery County, is expanding into nearby Lehigh Valley, writes Emma Dooling…
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Looking to Clear Your Clutter? Warminster’s Community Yard Sale is the Perfect Place to Do So
An upcoming community yard sale in Bucks County is set to offer local vendors the chance to sell their wares to residents. A Community Yard…
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Montco Private Schools Investing Millions in New Health Centers, Other Special Projects
Germantown Academy and other Montgomery County private schools have millions of dollars earmarked for improvements on their campuses, everything from new health centers to state-of-the-art…
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Montco Residents Living Near Limerick Plant Can Now Get Potassium Iodide Tablets
The Limerick Plant is one of Pennsylvania’s four active nuclear power plants, and anyone living in its vicinity could be at risk if there was…
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The Giant Company Makes Big Donation to Help Expand Food Pharmacy Program
Food insecurity is a major issue in Montgomery County and lack of nutritious foods can severely hurt your health. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Food Pharmacy…
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Opinion: Business Leaders Need to Begin Thinking of Housing, Public Transportation, as Workforce Issues
Since assuming the position of President of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry (CCCBI) in 2022, I have had the opportunity to travel…
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PennDOT Looking for New Hires to Help at Their Maintenance Facility in Pipersville
Those who are looking to work to keep Bucks County safe will have the opportunity to apply for a lucrative career this month. PennDOT Engineering…
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Highmark Adds Jefferson Health to Its Growing Philadelphia-Area Network of Hospitals
A Pittsburgh-based health insurer has signed a provider contract with Jefferson Health, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Highmark Blue Shield, which is entering…
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‘Warminster Day’ Returning to Bucks County Next Month. Read to Learn More
An annual celebration in Bucks County will be used to acknowledge a major milestone in the history of a local park. The 20th anniversary of…
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Montgomery County Man Hopes to Get His Breath Back During Temple Lung Center Clinical Trial
Dennis Hood was shocked when he discovered he had the progressive lung condition Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and not just a bad cold, writes 6ABC staff.…
























