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Centre County Expands High-Speed Internet to 457 Homes

1/23/2025

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Centre County, Pennsylvania, is making strides in bridging the digital divide, especially in its rural communities. With the county commissioners backing Centre WISP's initiative, 457 homes in Penns Valley will soon gain access to high-speed internet. This effort comes as nearly 225,000 homes statewide still struggle with affordable connectivity, supported by $1.2 billion in federal funding.

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Story summary

Centre County, Pennsylvania, is making strides in bridging the digital divide, especially in its rural communities. With the county commissioners backing Centre WISP's initiative, 457 homes in Penns Valley will soon gain access to high-speed internet. This effort comes as nearly 225,000 homes statewide still struggle with affordable connectivity, supported by $1.2 billion in federal funding.