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Pennsylvania American Water Awards more than $130K to Local Fire Departments
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., November 12, 2025--Pennsylvania American Water announced today that it awarded $131,500 in grants to 203 fire and rescue organizations in 32 counties through its 2025 annual Firefighting Support Grant Program.
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