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Microsoft Secures Big Texas Power Deal for Data Centers

April 1, 2026

Microsoft is closing a huge agreement to lock in a steady electricity supply for its growing data‑center needs. The deal involves a new gas‑powered plant in West Texas that will deliver 2, 500 megawatts of power—one of the largest projects in the state. The project is valued at about $7 billion and

politics

Pennsylvania Faces Rising Energy Bills Amid Fossil‑Fuel Focus

April 1, 2026

Pennsylvania families are feeling the strain of higher energy costs, a result of national policies that favor oil and gas over cleaner options. The state’s average household now faces extra expenses each year, with electricity prices up sharply after recent federal shifts toward fossil fuels. The

business

Utility Price Hikes and Union Talks: What Customers Need to Know

April 1, 2026

Peco, the company that powers and gases most homes in southeastern Pennsylvania, is asking state regulators for a price increase that would kick in next year. The money is meant to upgrade the electric grid and keep power flowing during storms, but many customers worry that the hikes will add to the

weather

Storm Warning Hits Berkshire County – Stay Safe

April 1, 2026

The National Weather Service issued a new severe thunderstorm warning at 8:45 p. m. for Berkshire County, lasting until 9 p. m. The warning says wind gusts could reach 60 miles per hour and that roofs, siding, trees and other structures might be damaged. The storm is moving east at about 45 miles pe

technology

Waves of Change: How a Radio Sparked Electrification in Oswego

April 1, 2026

The 1930 census noted that a farmer in Wheatland Township owned a radio, hinting at how early tech shaped rural life. Radios were more than music machines; they delivered weather updates for crops, economic news for traders, and political debates that kept citizens informed. This connectivity was es

health

Red Light Routines: A New Take on Wellness

March 31, 2026

Red light therapy has become a trendy buzzword in recent years, especially after the pandemic pushed many people toward self‑care gadgets. The idea is simple: a device emits red wavelengths that supposedly boost cellular energy, which can help with pain, inflammation, and even skin health. Scientist

politics

Trump’s Threat to Attack Iran’s Power Plants

March 31, 2026

President Trump warned that if a deal with Iran does not happen quickly, the U. S. would destroy key Iranian infrastructure such as power plants and water treatment facilities. This statement was posted on his social media account early Monday. The message suggested that the U. S. would end its pres

weather

Cortland Faces Tiny Floods: What You Need to Know

March 31, 2026

In Cortland County, a flood warning was issued late last night for Wednesday and Thursday. The alert says the Tioughnioga River will reach 8 feet, which is just enough to cause minor flooding. Because of this, a few lanes on Kellogg Road south of town may be closed and traffic could get stuck. The w

technology

Tech Funding Moves Show Shift to Core Infrastructure

March 31, 2026

The latest wave of startup funding points toward a focus on the underlying systems that drive tomorrow’s technology. Investors are pouring money into projects that build the backbone for AI, space computing, and digital security rather than just new consumer apps. One standout deal is a $400 mill

science

Safe Water Still a Hard Fight in Rural Philippines

March 30, 2026

In many poor and middle‑income places, getting clean water is a daily battle. A recent study looked at four remote villages in Barbaza, Antique. The researchers collected 232 water samples from taps, bottles and wells. They tested each sample for temperature, pH, total dissolved solids (TDS