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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Bryn Mawr Hospital Dir. of Nursing Operations Finds Joy in Other Nurses Success
Mary Lance-Smith, director of nursing operations at Bryn Mawr Hospital, keeps a sign in her office that sums up why she chose the profession: “I…
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This Montco City was Ranked Best Place to Live in Pennsylvania
Jenkintown has been recognized as the most livable city in Pennsylvania, according to a study by GOBankingRates, writes Logan DeLoye for Q102 Philly. The study…
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Lansdale Eyes 73-Home Development at Former Steel Site
A major housing proposal is in motion in Lansdale, where a local developer is eyeing a transformation of industrial land into a new residential community,…
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DVRPC Study: SEPTA Cuts Could Add 2 Million Miles of Driving in Philadelphia Area
The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission recently released a study projecting that two million additional vehicle miles would be traveled daily in Philadelphia and the…
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Four Montgomery County Spots Among Region’s Best Sports Bars to Watch Phillies Games
With spring’s arrival, the Phillies are back in action, and outside Citizens Bank Park, local sports bars have become the go-to spots to catch every…
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Progress Continues in Pottstown: PAED Issues RFP for Pottstown’s Streetscape Design Plan
Pottstown is taking another bold step toward revitalization with the launch of a new Streetscape Plan and Design initiative aimed at transforming its Downtown, Western Gateway, and Circle of…
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Truist Championship at Flourtown’s Philadelphia Cricket Club Boosts Local Economy
Golf fans from around the world flocked to Flourtown’s Philadelphia Cricket Club for the PGA Tour’s Truist Championship, delivering a major economic boost to the…
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Dischell Bartle Dooley’s Eric Frey Named 2025 Top Lawyer in Montgomery County
Dischell Bartle Dooley Partner Eric Frey has been named a 2025 Top Lawyer in Montgomery County for General Law, Real Estate Law, and Municipal Law.…
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Royal Farms Sets Opening Date for New Pottstown Store
Royal Farms is spreading its wings in Montgomery County, the company announced in a press release. The convenience store chain known for its crispy, golden…
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Wife of Asplundh Tree Expert Heir Announces Pregnancy Months After Instagram Scandal
Katherine Asplundh, wife of Cabot Asplundh, one of the heirs of the Asplundh Tree Expert in Willow Grove, announced her pregnancy months after the Instagram…
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How Bucks County Ranks Among Pennsylvania Alzheimer’s Rates
Bucks County ranks in the middle among Pennsylvania counties that have the highest Alzheimer’s rates, according to a recently released report by Stacker. Alzheimer’s is…
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Five Montgomery County High Schools Among Pennsylvania’s Top 25 for Student Athletes
Pennsylvania boasts a legendary athletic legacy, with generations of elite competitors across every major sport – from football and basketball powerhouses to Olympic champions and…
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Cleveland-Cliffs to Idle Conshohocken Steel Mill, Layoffs Ahead
Cleveland-Cliffs, the nation’s second-largest steelmaker, plans to idle three plants, including the plate-finishing works in Conshohocken, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. These…
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Cavan Sullivan Makes U.S. Open a Family Tradition
For Norristown‘s Cavan Sullivan and his brother Quinn, soccer isn’t just a sport, it’s a family heirloom passed from generation to generation, writes Jonathan Tannenwald…
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This Week’s PGA Truist Launches Record-Breaking Season for Montgomery County
Montgomery County enters a record spring and summer as the PGA Truist event tees off at Philadelphia Cricket Club in Flourtown this week, anchoring a…
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Ursinus Students Set Sail with Aqua PA’s Floating Classroom at Green Lane Reservoir
Education met environmental science on the waters of Montgomery County last week as Ursinus College students boarded a unique vessel: the Floating Classroom, a solar-powered…
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Bux-Mont Roller Derby in Hatfield Welcoming Sanctuary for Growing Number of Members
Bruises are inevitable in Bux-Mont Roller Derby, but Hatfield’s team has become a fierce and surprising haven for its constantly growing roster, write Kenny Cooper…
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Bryn Mawr Mansion is a $2.8M Castle in the Main Line
A stunning Bryn Mawr mansion blends Tudor elegance with brick grandeur, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Listed at $2.795 million, the 6,164-square-foot residence…
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