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Potomac Edison Takes Next Step with Power Line Upgrades to Benefit Frederick and Montgomery County Customers
Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), is seeking approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) to move forward with a transmission project that will make the power grid more reliable for area residents and businesses and support future economic growth.
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