Norristown
Norristown is a historic home rule municipality and the county seat of Montgomery County, located just six miles northwest of Philadelphia along the Schuylkill River.
With a population of 35,748 as of the 2020 census, it is one of the most populous boroughs in Pennsylvania. Norristown’s rich history dates back to 1704, and it was incorporated as a borough in 1812.
The town’s economy has transitioned from its industrial roots to a more service-oriented focus, while facing challenges such as urban decay.
Cultural highlights include the Elmwood Park Zoo and Theatre Horizon, offering residents diverse recreational opportunities.
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6 Montgomery County Day Trips That Feel Like a Mini Vacation
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One Year Later, Audubon Customers See Safer, More Reliable Water
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Bucks County Leadership: Chris Godshall, Senior Vice President, Meridian Bank
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Montgomery County Just Launched Its Most Ambitious Housing Plan Ever
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Norristown Schools Axed Its DEI Chief. Now the Community Wants Answers.
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Bucks County Leadership: Andrew Storti, Chief Investment Officer, Brumbaugh Wealth Management
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Montco Robotics Firm Asylon Expands AI Push With NVIDIA Partnership
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A Montgomery County Success Story Comes Full Circle
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Bucks County Leadership: Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer, Penn State Brandywine
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VondernLust: The Grange Estate is a 300-Year-Old Havertown Landmark Hiding in Plain Sight
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How a Network of Trails Became One of the Region’s Biggest Success Stories
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PECO Helps Bring the Holiday Magic to These Five Local Light Displays
The Philadelphia region will shine a little brighter this winter, thanks to a lineup of beloved holiday light attractions supported by PECO. From historic Center…
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Bucks County Leadership: Maria Santangelo, CEO, Barclay Friends
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Norristown State Hospital Undergoing Major Changes, Upgrades
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Retro Norristown Sandwich Shop Has Statewide Reputation for One, Single Menu Item
Regional signature dishes are common: Chicago deep-dish pizza; New England chowder; New York bagels. But Pennsylvanians excel at so many foods — cheesesteaks, scrapple, soft…
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Pennsylvania American Water Launches $6 Million Main Replacement Project to Improve Service in Norristown, East Norriton
Pennsylvania American Water has launched a nearly $6 million water main replacement project that will help improve system reliability for Norristown and East Norriton customers.…
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Bucks County Leadership: Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director, Pottstown Area Economic Development
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Pennsylvania American Water Secures PFAS Compliance in Audubon Just Weeks After Acquisition
Pennsylvania American Water‘s recently acquired Audubon system in Lower Providence Township now meets all current state standards for PFOS and PFOA (PFAS) and other water quality benchmarks.…
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