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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These Montgomery County Zip Codes Cracked the Top 1,000 Wealthiest in the US
Philadelphia-area ZIP Codes are well represented among the Wealthy 1000. These 1,000 ZIP Codes have some of the richest neighborhoods in the US, and include…
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SCORE Bucks County Offers a Variety of July Business Webinars
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County July webinars will offer more than a dozen educational workshops for…
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Quakertown Native Sabrina Carpenter Announces Philadelphia Stop on Her ‘Short n’ Sweet’ Tour
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter is returning to her roots. The pop sensation announced that her headlining arena tour, “Short n’ Sweet,” will include a stop…
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SCORE Mentors Assist Client in Commercializing Software Program
As a fluent Spanish and English speaker, the late William R. Martin began interpreting at a young age. The son of Cuban parents, he frequently…
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Schuylkill River Sojourn Sees Most Participants in Its 26-year History
Schuylkill River Sojourn, a 7-day, 112-mile river ride organized by Schuylkill River Greenways, recently recorded the highest number of participants in its 26-year history, writes…
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Montco Restaurant Scene About To Become Even Richer
A mix of new eateries will open in Montgomery County over the summer, enriching an already thriving restaurant scene and offering residents even more choice,…
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Community Support Could Secure $200 Million for Trail Development in Greater Philadelphia
More trails to walk, run, ride, and enjoy could be coming to the Greater Philadelphia region soon, thanks to potential landmark funding from the Delaware…
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New Pickleball Facilities Coming This Summer to Hatboro and Lansdale
More pickleball is coming to Montgomery County this summer with the opening of two new Dill Dinkers indoor pickleball locations, writes Justin Heinze for Patch.…
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Enjoy Outdoor Dining in Montgomery County at These Local Restaurants
With summer nearly here, it is a prime time to start enjoying al fresco dining at one of the local eateries that offer picturesque and…
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In Honor of Pride Month, Citadel Credit Union Offers List of Resources for LGBTQ Business Professionals/Entrepreneurs
In today’s increasingly diverse workforce, members of the LGBTQ community hold more leadership positions than ever before and LGBTQ entrepreneurs play a vital role in…
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Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers Buys Farm in Royersford, Plans to Build 54 Homes on Property
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has bought a 29-acre manure composting site in Royersford that had previously been occupied by Two Particular Acres farm for $3.1…
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Aqua Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Award $210,000+ in Tree-Planting Grants
In collaboration with The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) and local conservation districts, Aqua Pennsylvania (an Essential Utilities company) unveiled the 2024 grant recipients of their…
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SCORE Bucks County Guides HR Executive Laurie Wajda in Entrepreneurship
Starting a business was always in the back of Laurie Wajda’s mind, but her satisfaction in the corporate environment kept her vision just that. After…
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Bucks County Homes Among Priciest in State and Nation
Bucks County, along with other counties that make up the Philadelphia suburbs, has some of the most expensive home prices in both the state and…
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Two Montco Routes Among 20 Best Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Area
Two Montgomery County bike routes are among the twenty best scenic trails in the Philadelphia region that are guaranteed to meet all of your biking…
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Conshohocken-based Hamilton Lane Continues to Grow, Plans to Open Center City Office
Conshohocken-based Hamilton Lane is continuing its rapid growth and plans to open a Center City office at One Logan Square to supplement its relatively new…
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These Small Business Success Stories Illustrate How WSFS Bank Fuels Community Growth, Prosperity
Small businesses are often hailed as the lifeblood of communities, and for good reason. They generate jobs, foster innovation, create unique local character, and generally…
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Remembering Inspirational Limerick Woman Who Lived and Thrived Despite Numerous Lifelong Challenges
Anastasia Pagan, an inspirational Limerick woman who persevered despite numerous lifelong physical challenges, died on May 20 at 22, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia…
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