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Pennsylvania One Call System (Pennsylvania 811)

Pennsylvania 811 Urges Homeowners to Call Before Digging

April 8, 2026April 7, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania One Call System Inc. is urging residents to contact 811 before starting any digging projects this spring, citing survey data showing millions of homeowners plan to break …

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PUC Penalizes Utilities, Contractors in Digging Cases

March 3, 2026March 2, 2026 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — State regulators levied $163,550 in penalties and ordered 84 mandatory training requirements against 120 excavators, facility owners, and project owners during February enforcement actions tied to underground …