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Data centers drive surge in Pa. power demand forecast

HARRISBURG — Data centers and other large electricity users are expected to drive a sharp increase in Pennsylvania’s power demand over the next several years, according to a new report from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. The PUC’s 2026 Electric Power Outlook projects industrial electricity use will increase an average of 18.56% annually through 2030, compared with increases of 0.52% for residential customers and 0.32% for commercial customers. The projected industrial growth is being driven largely by proposed data centers. “Pennsylvania’s electricity needs ...

McVeytown

It is time for the Community Meal again. September 11, 2026, between 11:30 and 12:30, Pine Glen Church of the Brethren will resume serving meals. The menu is a grilled ham and cheese sandwich, homemade tomato soup, and dessert. Come out and enjoy a great meal and fellowship, as always eat-in only. The Pine Glen Church of the Brethren Kitchen Committee will hold a soup sale on September 19, 2026. Pickup will be from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Soup will be Chicken Noodle and Ham & Bean, costing $10 per quart. The last day to order will be September 13, 2026. Order by calling Pam Mattern at ...

Courtesy and safety are needed on Labor Day weekend

Because the approaching Labor Day weekend attracts anglers, boaters, and hunters to the same waters, the need for cooperation, courtesy, and safety is important. Weather and water conditions permitting, a long holiday weekend brings people together when what they looked forward ...

Birth announcements

JACOB ANTHONY ESH Jacob Anthony Esh was born at 2:36 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, at home to Samuel and Marianne Esh of Madisonburg. Jacob was 7 pounds, 6 ounces and 19 ¾ inches. MELVIN F. FISHER Melvin F. Fisher was born at 8:52 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at home to Amos and Martha Fisher of Coburn. Melvin was 8 pounds, 10 ounces and 21 ¼ inches. ELSIE REBECCA HOSTETLER Elsie Rebecca Hostetler was born at 5:49 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at Safe Pastures to Seiber and Lizzie Hostetler of Milroy. Elsie was 8 pounds, 12 ounces and 21 inches. HANNAH ROSE ...

State reminds teens, employers of child labor rules

HARRISBURG — As students return to school, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry is reminding young workers, parents and employers about state laws governing the employment of minors. Pennsylvania’s Child Labor Act limits the hours minors may work, restricts them from certain hazardous jobs and establishes requirements for work permits and other conditions of employment. The law applies to workers under age 18. “As students head back to school, many will continue building valuable skills and earning income through part-time jobs, but those opportunities should never ...

Vehicle strikes deer on Route 522

REEDSVILLE — A Lewistown woman escaped injury after her vehicle struck a deer Saturday morning on U.S. 522 North, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown. Police said Elishia D. Brown, 36, was traveling north in a 2019 Jeep Compass at about 9:59 a.m. when a deer entered the roadway near 5360 U.S. Highway 522 North. Brown was unable to avoid the deer and struck it in the travel lane. The Jeep sustained disabling damage and was towed from the scene. Brown, who police said was wearing a seat belt, was not injured. Parson’s Towing assisted at the scene. State police ...