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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Ardmore’s Long-Awaited SEPTA Station Reopening Brings Relief to Businesses, Riders
Following a six-year renovation that took more than twice its planned timeline, Ardmore’s SEPTA station finally reopened on Monday, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia…
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A Montgomery County Success Story Comes Full Circle
For Joseph DeSimone, Ph.D., the path to an extraordinary career began close to home. Raised in Norristown, DeSimone grew up in a blue-collar family where…
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Conshohocken’s Cencora Prepares for Leadership Change This Summer
Conshohocken’s Cencora is preparing for a major leadership transition as executive vice president and chief financial officer James Cleary plans to step down, writes Sydney…
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Major Horsham Retail Portfolio Listed for $18.3M
A prominent Horsham retail development anchored by Wawa, CVS, and P.J. Whelihan’s has hit the market with a combined asking price of $18.3 million, writes…
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David’s Bridal Expands Beyond Retail With New Wholesale Push
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is launching a wholesale division with designer gowns and boutique-focused services, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for Retail Dive. David’s Bridal is…
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New Bala Cynwyd Apartment Building Opens Along Evolving City Avenue Corridor
A major redevelopment effort along City Avenue has reached another milestone with the opening of Blayr, a new 217-unit residential building in Bala Cynwyd. Federal…
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The Public-Private Partnership Required to Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Water
In more than 35 years working in water and wastewater operations, I’ve watched this industry transform in ways I never saw coming — and the…
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Narberth Zoning Changes Target Affordable Housing, Downtown Revitalization
With Narberth now among the priciest housing markets in Montgomery County, the borough council is weighing a series of zoning changes designed to promote affordable…
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Saint Rocco’s Treats: A Recipe for Success Goes from Small Batch to Big Impact
Saint Rocco’s Treats began in a home kitchen, where two brothers turned a passion for creating high-quality treats for their pup into a growing local…
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Two Cofounders From Montgomery County Rank Among World’s Wealthiest
Two Montgomery County businessmen have landed on the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List with a combined fortune of around $84 billion, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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Kelly Boyle of Penn Community Bank Appointed to Board of Trustees of Walnut Street Theatre
Kelly Boyle, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility & Government Affairs at Penn Community Bank, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Philadelphia’s…
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Conshohocken’s CenterSquare Expands Retail Portfolio with $15.5M Purchase
CenterSquare Investment Management is pushing into neighborhood retail with the purchase of a Warrington shopping center, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Oaks-Based SEI Partners With IBM to Expand AI Across Its Operations
Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping how businesses operate, and a Montgomery County financial services company is investing in the technology to modernize its operations. Oaks-based…
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Freedom Village Players Present Shows at Their Own Pace and Audiences Love It
The lure of the stage. “You know, once you start, it’s in your blood,” says Maggie Doyle with the Freedom Village Players. That lure…
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David’s Bridal CEO on the Tech Powering the Future of Weddings
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is investing heavily in technology to modernize how couples plan weddings and shop for dresses, writes Dan Berthiaume for Chain…
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King of Prussia Mall Posts Record Year as Experiential Retail Takes Over
The King of Prussia Mall is closing out another standout year, fueled by a strategy that goes beyond traditional retail, writes Emma Dooling for The…
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Swarthmore’s Latest Manager Out After Six Months, Interim Named
Last week, Swarthmore Borough Council voted unanimously to remove borough manager Sean Halborn after just six months in the role, writes Denali Sagner and Lisa…
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Could Abington’s Josh Shapiro Accept a Presidential Nomination in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia’s bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention is fueling speculation about a possible presidential moment for Abington’s Josh Shapiro, according to Axios. If…
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