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Service Anniversaries for July 2025
June 30, 2025
Check out the list of July’s service anniversaries.

A Blossoming Commitment to Pollinators
June 27, 2025
From utility corridors to office lawns, employees are turning everyday spaces into flourishing gardens that support pollinators and connect communities. The native wildflowers and grasses aren’t just pretty; they’re vital lifelines for bees, butterflies, birds and other pollinators. Pollinators play a huge role in sustaining ecosystems – helping plants reproduce. According to Pollinator Partnership, a…

Potomac Edison Employees Plant 2,000+ Trees
June 25, 2025
Employees and Green Team volunteers from Potomac Edison have planted more than 2,000 company-donated trees across our Maryland and West Virginia service territory this year as part of FirstEnergy’s commitment to the environment and sustainability. “Local tree plantings are an important way to demonstrate our commitment to the environment while also helping to enhance community green…

Hot Days Don’t Have to Mean High Bills
June 23, 2025
With the first major heat wave of the season approaching, here are some practical tips to stay cool, comfortable and in control of your energy costs. “When the weather heats up, it’s easy for energy use to climb. With a few simple steps, customers can control their comfort without spending more than they need to,”…

Green Team Fights Against Plant Foes
June 20, 2025
As summer settles into Northeast Ohio, the region’s warmth and frequent rainfall creates the perfect environment for rapid plant growth. But not all greenery is good for the environment – or for the electric system. Invasive plant species like Callery Pear, Multiflora Rose, garlic mustard, Japanese knotweed and honeysuckle can create serious challenges for both…

When Neighbors Ask: Electric Supply Prices Have Increased Across Our Region
June 20, 2025
What do you say when a friend, family member or neighbor asks a question about a specific topic pertaining to FirstEnergy? Here is some information you may want to share if you’re asked about energy supply price increases. Due to increases in the price of energy, most customers will pay more for electric supply –…

Stop, Look up and Live When Planting and Trimming Trees this Summer
June 17, 2025
Each year, people are injured or killed by accidental contact with electrical equipment, contact that can be avoided if we all stop to think about safety. FirstEnergy is informing customers and our communities that most electrical accidents can be prevented by following some simple guidelines – especially when working outdoors. When planning to plant or…