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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Abington Residents Invited to Weigh In on New Middle School Plans
Abington residents will soon get a closer look at plans for a major school project, and a chance to weigh in, writes Dino Ciliberti for…
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Ursinus College Officially Appoints Gundolf Graml as President
Following a successful period of interim leadership, the Ursinus College Board of Trustees has appointed Gundolf Graml, Ph.D., as the 20th president of Ursinus College,…
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Montco Federal Donuts Location Shuts Down as Brand Regroups
Federal Donuts & Chicken is reshaping its footprint, and Montco is feeling the impact, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular Philadelphia-born chain…
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King of Prussia’s Victus Teams Up to Change MLB Bat Design
King of Prussia bat-making company, Victus Sports, is making major moves as baseball’s latest equipment innovation gains traction across the sport, according to a press…
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Target Turnpike Toll Violators
Pennsylvania lawmakers are cracking down on Turnpike toll evaders, considering harsher penalties for frequent offenders, writes Mike D’Onofrio and Ryan Deto for AXIOS Philadelphia. The state has lost over…
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Elkins Park’s Abrams Realty Adds Fitness Concept to Growing Retail Portfolio
An Elkins Park-based real estate firm is continuing its expansion across the region with a new retail move in Philadelphia, writes Paul Schwedelson for The…
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Montco’s Fastest-Growing Companies Are Scaling Up Fast
Montgomery County businesses are making a strong showing on this year’s fastest-growing companies list, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Several Montco-based firms…
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Costco Eyes Alcohol Sales at King of Prussia Store
Shoppers at King of Prussia’s Costco may soon be able to add wine or beer to their bulk-buy runs, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…
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H Mart Could Turn Lansdale Shopping Center into Cultural Hub
A long-struggling Lansdale shopping center may be on the verge of a turnaround, writes Tony Di Domizio for North Penn Now. Plans tied to H…
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Penn Community Bank Expands Leadership Role for Charles Field to Drive Strategic Growth
Penn Community Bank recently shared an evolution in its executive leadership structure designed to strengthen alignment between strategy, operations, and financial performance as the organization…
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Montco Moves Forward on Regional Solar Energy Plan
Montgomery County is taking another step toward renewable energy, joining neighboring counties in a regional push to expand solar power, writes Rachel Ravina for The…
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3 Nearby Golf Courses Rank Among the Top Courses in Pennsylvania
LINKS Magazine recently ranked the best golf courses in Pennsylvania and three Montgomery County courses made the Top 10 list. Merion Golf Club East in…
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Victus Sports Gears Up for Phillies Season From King of Prussia
As the Phillies break into the new season, one Montgomery County company is already in midseason form, writes Nikki DeMentri for CBS News. King of…
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Want a Hotel-Style Home? Plymouth Meeting Sale Has You Covered
Ever wondered what it would take to make your home feel like a hotel? A new sale in Plymouth Meeting might be your chance to…
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Montco Robotics Firm Asylon Expands AI Push With NVIDIA Partnership
Norristown’s Asylon Robotics is taking another step forward in the evolving world of automated security through a new collaboration with NVIDIA, according to Market Screener.…
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Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Opening New Location in Nearby Ambler
Trevose-based Rita’s Italian Ice is opening a new location in Ambler at the end of the month, just in time for the start of spring, writes Robby Chakler for WissNow. The new…
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David Simon, CEO of Simon Property Group, Owner of King of Prussia Mall, Dies at 64
David Simon, president and CEO of Simon Property Group, the owner of King of Prussia Mall, died at 64 on March 22 following a battle…
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Locally-Set ‘Task’ TV Show Adds Mahershala Ali to Actor List as Rival to Mark Ruffalo’s Character
With the confirmation of season two of the regional TV show Task, created by Berwyn resident Brad Ingelsby, a new actor has been added to…
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