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Employee volunteers from FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company (FE PA), a FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) company doing business as West Penn Power, will be giving away trees in Westmoreland County as part of extended Arbor Day celebrations. The volunteers from West Penn Power's Green Team will be giving away more than 200 flowering dogwoods on April 27, starting at 10:00 a.m., at Jeannette Greenspaces at South 7 th St. and Clay Ave. in Jeannette. Residents who pick up a flowering dogwood, which can grow up to 33 feet tall, should make sure to plant it in a safe location – at least 20 to 50 feet away from power lines, the recommended distance for trees that grow up to 40 feet tall. Smaller trees up to 25 feet can be planted closer. Taller varieties such as maple, oak, pine or spruce should be planted at least 50 feet from the nearest overhead wires. Jessica Shaffer, Advanced Scientist and Chair, FirstEnergy Green Team: "Events like these help contribute to a cleaner, green

FirstEnergy electric companies The Illuminating Company, Ohio Edison and Toledo Edison announced they plan to file their first Three-Year Rate Plan (TYRP) with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) by May 22, 2026. The TYRP supports significant upgrades that make the electric system stronger and gives customers a clearer view of what work is planned and how it affects bills. In the past, electric rates were based on costs already spent. New Ohio legislation allows electric utilities to set distribution rates using a forward-looking, three-year plan that is reviewed by the PUCO and updated each year. This forward-looking plan helps customers understand the types of work planned and why it's needed while also keeping bill changes more predictable and gradual over time. "Our TYRP is about careful and balanced planning," said Torrence Hinton, President of FirstEnergy Ohio. "We're focused on upgrading the electric system customers rely on every day, and we know affordability

American Transmission Systems, Inc. (ATSI), a FirstEnergy Transmission company, is rebuilding about 11 miles of a high-voltage power line in eastern Williams County. The West Unity (Stryker) 69-kV Line Rebuild Project includes replacing aging equipment with stronger structures and updated technology to reduce outage risks for Toledo Edison customers in and around West Unity. The work, which began in January, is designed to help the line better withstand severe weather, falling trees and other hazards that commonly cause power outages. The work will also improve the flow of electricity through the system, making it easier to reroute power and keep the lights on for customers during emergencies or maintenance. Enhancing Day-to-Day Reliability The project replaces wooden poles along the route with new wood poles and steel structures set in concrete foundations to provide greater durability and stability. Crews are also installing thicker, higher-capacity wire designed to carry more

Maryland customers of Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), now have a new way to save on their electric bill. A new residential time-of-use rate lets customers pay less for electricity when they use it during times of the day when demand on the grid is lower. The new rate launches April 20 and offers lower prices during off-peak hours, such as mornings, late evenings and weekends – compared to weekday hours when electricity use is typically highest. How the Time-of-Use Rate Works With a time-of-use rate, the price of electricity changes depending on the time of day you use it. The rate difference applies to certain portions of your bill based on energy use (measured in kilowatt-hours). Some charges on your bill stay the same no matter when you use electricity. Through May 31, 2026: On-peak electric supply and variable distribution charges cost about 16 cents per kilowatt-hour. Off-peak electric supply and variable distribution charges cost about 9 cents per

American Transmission Systems, Inc. (ATSI), a FirstEnergy Transmission company, is wrapping up major upgrades to the local power grid in Trumbull County, Ohio. The upgrades underway in Ohio Edison's service area are designed to reinforce the electric system and deliver more reliable service to more than 16,000 residents and businesses in and around Howland and Bazetta townships. At the heart of the project is the rebuild of nearly three miles of the Niles Central-Packard 138-kV Transmission Line. The upgrades will help reduce the number of outages customers experience and speed restoration when outages occur. Built to Handle What's Ahead The rebuild replaces aging wooden poles with 22 steel structures set in concrete foundations. Crews are also installing modern, thicker wire capable of carrying more electricity and withstanding severe weather, falling trees, vehicle accidents and wildlife interference. Together, these improvements will make it easier to reroute power during