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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It’s Another Invasive Creature in Pennsylvania, but This One Swims
First we had to worry about the Lanternfly devastating our crops. Now there’s an invasive fish known as the snakehead. Also known as frankenfish, or…
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Jenkintown’s Manor College, Elected Officials Keep Ukraine Crisis in the Forefront
Manor College welcomed a number of political figures on June 2, highlighting the ongoing need for aid to Ukraine. “Putin’s cruel enterprise is being met…
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Redevelopment of Former Keasbey & Mattison Plant in Ambler Enters Second Phase
The redevelopment of the former Keasbey & Mattison asbestos plant in Ambler is entering the second phase more than two decades after John Zaharchuk of…
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Idyllic Willow Grove Upbringing Didn’t Blunt the Philly-Girl Toughness in First Lady Jill Biden
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden has been facing all the challenges of her position with grace and conviction, qualities she links to her picture-book childhood…
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Blue Bell’s CompanyVoice Finds Success in Promoting from Within
CompanyVoice (CV) recognizes talent among its employees and chooses to promote from within when filling openings. Rohan Lewis, for example, joined Company Voice in 2012…
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After Completing Disney College Program, Jenkintown’s Manor College Graduate Sets Sights on the Sports World
Shawn Wood grew up in Northeast Philadelphia and never lived on his own. Then, he got accepted into the Disney College Program last summer. It…
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Legal Matters: Your Child’s High School Graduation Can Affect Your Child Support
By Liz Billies Memorial Day, the unofficial start to summer, is almost here. While it certainly ushers in more BBQs and trips to the Shore, it…
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This Weekend! Philly Non-Sports Card Show Returns to Oaks Expo Center on Sat & Sun
The Philly Non-Sports Card Show will return to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks on May 21–22. The show has been running continuously since…
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Beat this Weekend’s Heat Wave with a Visit to a Nearby Creamery
In the heart of Keswick Village, the Carminati Creamery offers up delicious creamy gelato, reports Ben Bergman for GlensideLocal.com. Darin Carmianti always enjoyed making homemade…
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Local Billionaire Jeff Yass Spent $18M Supporting School-Alternative Party Plank
Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass spent at least $18 million in the 2022 primary to back candidates who have shown support for alternatives to public…
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Conshohocken-based AmerisourceBergen Among Companies Choosing Suburbs Over Phila. as Pandemic Winds Down
Conshohocken-based AmerisourceBergen is among the growing number of companies that are opting to make the suburbs their post-pandemic home rather than Philadelphia, writes Jeff Blumenthal…
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Fort Washington-Based Billionaire Pledges to Give Away Most of His Fortune
Robert Toll, who co-founded Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers, has promised to give most of his vast fortune away, writes Ash Jurberg for NewsBreak. The son…
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13-Year-Old in Lansdale Starts Candle Company to Raise Awareness for Autism
Thirteen-year-old Shane Popiny from Lansdale started Shane and Pepper Candle Company last year with the help of his family to help raise awareness for autism,…
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Dr. Don Flynn, Abington Teacher, Star Baseball Player, and Air Force Veteran, Dies Aged 83
Dr. Don Flynn, of Abington — a beloved teacher, star baseball player, versatile athlete, and Air Force veteran — died on April 10 aged 83,…
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Salus University Faculty Member Lives Boyhood Dream with Phila. Hockey Team
As a kid, David Meltzer, OD, FAAO, played street hockey and was a big fan of the Philadelphia Flyers. He recalls watching the Flyers in the…
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Legal Matters: Preparing For Home Improvement
By Eric Wert Are you thinking about installing a pool, adding a shed, deck or a privacy fence — or perhaps something bigger? As a property…
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CompanyVoice in Blue Bell Seeking Applicants For Online Banking Customer Service Position
CompanyVoice in Blue Bell invites applications for Online Banking Customer Service Position, a full time (40 hours/week) role for a program that runs during these…
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Abington Mother and Daughter Start Nonprofit to Make Clinical Trials More Diverse, Raise Awareness of Breast Cancer
Anita T. Conner of Abington and her daughter, Kerri Conner Matchett, were diagnosed with breast cancer ten years apart, writes Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia…
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