Pennsylvania American Water is preparing to replace approximately 550 lead service lines in Lawrence County, bringing safer water to its customers in the City of New Castle.

“Everyone deserves access to clean, safe drinking water, and it plays a huge role in the overall health of our communities,” said state Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence). “This partnership with Pennsylvania American Water and PENNVEST brings meaningful investment to New Castle by removing lead service lines at no direct charge to customers.

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