š± Could Homer Cityās new data center affect Blairsvilleās water and trout?
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- Could Homer Cityās new data center affect Blairsvilleās water and trout?
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š° News we're reading
ā¢ Area residents share concerns over impact of Homer City data center on local waterways (wjactv.com) ā Potentially polluted discharge from a new Homer City data center could flow through Blairsville into the Conemaugh River, raising concerns about water quality and recreation. Environmental groups warn that warmer, chemically treated water entering Blacklick Creek may threaten trout habitat and trail users, and theyāre urging residents downstream, including Blairsville, to contact DEP or Homer City Redevelopment before the August 10 comment deadline. 
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- David's Bridal posted a job opening for Alterations Specialist in Robinson. Apply here.
- Kiewit Corporation posted a job opening for Survey Manager-Southeast in Homer City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Blairsville here.
š Nearby News
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- Steelers first-round pick makes huge statement with wins over T.J. Watt at training camp (pennlive.com)
- Aaron Rodgers will ānever again' post about family after ending drama (nypost.com)
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- Penn-Trafford area: Band concerts, Bushy Run market, backpack blessing, more (triblive.com)
- Editorial: A first lesson in citizenship (triblive.com)
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