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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This Colmar Pitmaster Ditched Academia — Now His BBQ Draws Hour-Long Lines
If you’re not in line by late morning, you might miss your shot at one of Montco’s most talked-about barbecue spots, writes Craig LaBan for…
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VISTA Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children and adults challenged by autism,…
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Howell Engineering Tees Up a Full Slate of High-Profile Events
Some golf outings are just a round of golf. The 2026 Howell Open is something more. Set for Monday, June 1, at the White Manor…
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Ursinus College Awarded $1.49 Million Grant to Launch APEX Innovation Center
Ursinus College has received a $1.49 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to help launch a new interdisciplinary center designed to reimagine the role of…
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King of Prussia Software Maker Vertex Lays Off 170 Employees in AI Shift
King of Prussia-based Vertex plans to reduce its workforce by nine percent, as the tax and compliance software maker pivots toward artificial intelligence, writes Jeff…
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Lock 57: How Pennsylvania American Water Is Building the Future of Clean Water in Royersford
Pennsylvania American Water is investing in the future of clean, reliable water with the development of its new Lock 57 Water Treatment Plant — a…
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Univest Financial Acquires La Salle University Fieldhouse Naming Rights in 10-Year Deal
Univest Financial Corp. has secured naming rights for La Salle University’s fieldhouse through a ten-year deal, establishing the Souderton-based company as the university’s official banking…
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Inside Bryn Mawr College’s Vision to Redefine the Liberal Arts Experience
Bryn Mawr College is laying out an ambitious roadmap for the future, unveiling a new 10-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening academics, student experience, and…
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Ardmore’s Suburban Square Sees Surge in Demand with New Retail Additions
Ardmore’s Suburban Square has reached full occupancy following a surge of new leasing activity, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. In recent months,…
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Blue Bell’s Angel Flight East Gives Patients a Free Lift — Literally
What if a long, stressful journey to life-saving treatment could be replaced with a smooth ride through the sky? Angel Flight East is based at…
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Sale of Flats at Lansdale Tops Regional Averages, Signals Strong Demand
A major apartment complex in Lansdale has changed hands, underscoring the strength of Montgomery County’s rental market, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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From Small Town Bucks County to the World Stage: How Quakertown Shaped Sabrina Carpenter
Global pop success usually starts in the same places. Los Angeles. New York. Industry pipelines. Sabrina Carpenter started in Quakertown. That matters. Quakertown is not…
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Union League Expands Lafayette Hill Club with New Amenities, Event Space
The Union League of Philadelphia is continuing to expand and modernize its footprint in Montgomery County, writes Todd Romero for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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The Revolution Happened Here: 10 Philadelphia Area Battles That Shaped the Fight for Independence
Before the world called it the American Revolution, it began right here along the Delaware River, across the rolling farms of Chester County, and in…
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VISTA Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children and adults challenged by autism,…
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Chicken Salad Chick Targeting Montgomery County Expansion
Montgomery County could soon be home to a new fast-casual concept not yet seen in the Philadelphia region, according to Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia…
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Chester County Ranks Among Strongest Seller’s Markets Nationwide
Chester County, along with neighboring Montgomery and Bucks counties, ranks among the strongest seller’s markets in the nation, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Recent reports…
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VIDEO Series: CCRES Cares About Kids!
For families, trust is everything. At CCRES, that trust is built through consistent care, compassion, and a deep commitment to every child’s well-being. Parents see…
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