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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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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Montgomery County Is Home to Some of the Best Wine Bars in the Area
If you enjoy a nice glass of wine or two to relax after a long week, then a trip to one of the best wine…
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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.…
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Annual Pre-National Night Out Event in Abington Draws Large Crowds
On Monday, July 31, thousands of Montgomery County residents attended the 23rd annual Abington Township Pre-National Night Out. National Night Out has been an annual…
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What Is Legacy Planning, and Who Needs It?
There are a lot of misconceptions around legacy planning, who needs it, and what’s included. A 2023 Wills and Estate Planning Study by Caring.com found…
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Montgomery County Child Battling Rare Form of Kidney Cancer
A 5-year-old girl from Montgomery County is bravely battling a rare type of kidney cancer that has spread rapidly, writes the staff at Fox 29…
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Two Montgomery County Towns Rank in Top 5 of Niche’s Best Places to Live in America
Niche recently released its 2023 Best Places to Live in America and Montgomery County was represented in the top 5, with both Ardmore and Penn…
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Pennsylvania American Water Announces $1 Million Plymouth Township System Upgrade
Pennsylvania American Water has begun construction to replace a third of a mile of water main in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, to improve reliability for customers,…
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Folds of Honor Provides Life-Changing Scholarships for Families of Those Who Served
Folds of Honor is committed to their mission of helping the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. For 16…
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Pennsylvania American Water to Begin $1 Million Norristown System Upgrade
Pennsylvania American Water has begun construction to replace a third of a mile of water main in Norristown, Montgomery County, to improve reliability for customers, reduce…
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Here Are Some of the Top Places to Tee Off in Montgomery County
It’s summertime and that means planning some fun trips, right? If you love to play golf, one of these Montgomery County golf itineraries might be…
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Town Near Bucks County Home to One of the 15 Most Expensive High Schools in America
Education in the United States wears many price tags, but one local high school is among those that will break the bank for learning, writes…
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