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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Several Attorneys at Bucks County Firm Listed on Pro Bono Honor Roll by Major Nonprofit
Several Bucks County attorneys have been listed on the Pro Bono Honor Roll issued by the Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania. Eastburn & Gray, located…
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The Pew Center for Arts and Heritage Awards Montgomery County’s Artistic Pioneers
A new award from The Pew Center for Arts and Heritage will be benefitting several Montgomery County artists and organizations, including Theatre Horizon, a Collegeville…
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Lazy Dog Restaurant Opening at King of Prussia Mall and Other Dining News
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, a Southern California-based restaurant chain will be opening its first Pennsylvania location at the King of Prussia Mall in late…
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Doylestown’s Central Bucks Veterinary Hospital Officially Opens for Appointments
A new animal hospital is now open for business in Bucks County, offering top-quality medical services to pets around the area. The Central Bucks Veterinary…
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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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BUCKSCO Careers — Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater…
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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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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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Bucks County Leadership: Leon Spencer, CCRES Board Member and Chair of Franklin Mint Credit Union’s Board
Leon Spencer, CCRES board member and Chair of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union’s board of directors, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up on a…
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A Norristown Brewery Is One of the Best Little-Known Breweries in World
Von C. Brewing Co., located in Norristown, made the latest list of top breweries in the world, writes David Johnston for the Men’s Journal. The…
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After Spending Years Vacant, Former Kennedy-Kenrick Site in Norristown to Be Developed
Housing development is slated to begin on the former Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School site in Norristown after the property sat vacant for a dozen years,…
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Two Montgomery County Distilleries Among Top Ten in the Philadelphia Region
If spirits are your game, you do not have to go far from home to enjoy a great shot of whiskey or vodka. Two Montgomery…
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Norristown Company Poised to Solve a Critical Problem in This Fast-Growing Sport
Norristown-based Superior Play Systems is meeting the fast-growing demand for backyard pickleball courts with a recently developed PickleGrip surface, writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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Rally Seeks to Address Montco Homeless Who Often Retreat to Makeshift Tents to Cope
A weekend event in Norristown will bring together advocates, elected officials, and area residents to rally for more affordable housing in Montgomery County. Rachel Ravina…
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BUCKSCO Careers — Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater…
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Fed’s ‘No’ Stops King of Prussia Rail Line in Its Tracks
All work on the proposed King of Prussia Rail — the four-mile transit extension to the Norristown High Speed Line — has halted. Thomas Fitzgerald…
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Manor College Professor Embraced the American Dream, Now Instills It in Others
The American dream is a term coined in the 1930s, a belief that life should be better, richer, and fuller for everyone. Ayisha Sereni, Manor…
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Pennsylvania American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation STEM Grantees
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, recently announced that…
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