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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Newtown Water Company Plans Expansion to Combat PFOS and PFOA Contaminants
A Newtown water company is proposing to expand its facility, writes Tom Sofield for Newtown PA Now. Newtown Artesian Water Company is aiming to…
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Citizens Bank Announces Closures of Branches Across Bucks County
Citizens Bank is shutting down branches inside of Acme stores and various standalone sites around Bucks County, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Bucks County Drinkers Love Whiskey, Red Wine Reports Pennsylvania Liquor Control Boards
In addition to whisky, Bucks County drinkers love red table wines and have spent over $27.5 million on this classic last year, writes Damon C.…
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Newtown Rotary Club Hosts Inclusive Easter Egg Hunt with Beeping Eggs for the Visually Impaired
The Newtown Rotary Club and Montgomery County’s Bomb Disposal Unit are joining forces to make Easter a fun holiday for everyone, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Philadelphia Housing Market Sees Record 10.4% Price Growth in February
The Philadelphia-area housing market continues to be stuck in an inventory rut, which has helped drive the growth of home prices to its highest level…
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Owner of King of Prussia Mall Transforms America’s Oldest Mall into Mall of the Future
While the fate of malls in the U.S. remains uncertain, there are still certain malls like the King of Prussia Mall that are not only…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Bring Attention to ALICE Population
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined the County of Bucks and United Way of Bucks County in designating March…
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Jenkintown Dancers Are Preparing for Philadelphia’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday
Cummins School of Irish Dance in Jenkintown has been sharing the art of Irish dance for over 23 years, writes Janelle Burrell for CBS News…
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Your Guide to the Tastiest Burgers in Montgomery County
When you are hungry, sometimes only a burger will satisfy your stomach. When only a burger will do, here are some of the best places…
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This Bucks County School District is Among the Most Envied in the U.S.
A Bucks County school district is among the top 250 “most envied school districts” in the country, according to Test Prep Insight. The publication…
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SCORE Mentor Aids Medical Researcher in Building Grant Writing Business
Dr. Sumit Borah spent 20 years working in laboratories alongside prominent scientists and conducting various medical research. Advancing his career meant studying far away from…
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Montco Native and Reported New Hope Resident Bradley Cooper May “Hard Launch” Romance with Gigi Hadid
Supermodel Gigi Hadid and Montgomery County native and award-winning actor Bradley Cooper are making headlines for their budding romance, writes Mehera Bonner for Cosmopolitan. …
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Penn Community Bank Releases Its 2023 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has released its 2023 Impact Report. The 50-plus page report, released annually, highlights the bank’s…
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In Honor of Women’s History Month, Citadel Credit Union Offers List of Local Resources for Women in Business
More and more women are fulfilling top leadership roles in business. According to the Pew Research Center, women made up 30.4 percent of sitting board members…
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Abington’s Katalin Karikó’s New Book Shares Her Journey from Rejection to COVID-19 Vaccine Hero
Abington biochemist Katalin Karikó recently published a new book, Breaking Through: My Life in Science, which provides a vivid account of her life and decades…
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A Montgomery County Trail Was Crowned Pennsylvania’s Most Beautiful Trail
The Schuylkill River Trail, which runs through Montgomery County, took the top spot among 16 trails in Pennsylvania that Visit PA claims will leave you…
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Local Inn Rated to Serve the Finest Brunch in All of Montgomery County, One of the Best in the U.S.
What’s better than brunch? Nothing! The mimosas, the Bloody Marys, the combination of breakfast and lunch — you don’t have to decide! Have both! Open…
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As Macy’s Plans for Nationwide Closures, Are Bucks and Montco Stores Spared?
The future of the Macy’s stores at Oxford Valley, Willow Grove, and Montgomery malls remains uncertain amid the department store chain’s plans to close 150…
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