New Gig-Speed Fiber Internet Available to 6,500 Southwestern Pennsylvania Homes and Businesses from Consolidated Communications

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Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL) has launched gig-speed, fiber-to-the-premises broadband services in southwestern Pennsylvania, benefiting over 6,500 homes and small businesses. The new symmetrical 1-gig service is priced at $70 per month and includes equipment and installation costs, with a one-year price lock. Customers enjoy no data caps or throttling. This investment aligns with the company's plan to upgrade 70% of its service area to multi-gig speeds by 2025, supporting local residents and businesses with reliable internet solutions.

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• New fiber-to-the-premises broadband services launched in southwestern Pennsylvania.
• Over 6,500 homes and small businesses can access gig-speed internet.
• Symmetrical 1-gig service priced competitively at $70 per month.
• No data caps or throttling on internet speeds for customers.
• Investment supports the plan to upgrade 70% of service footprint to multi-gig speeds by 2025.

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Residents and small businesses can benefit from super-fast speeds and highly reliable, affordable services

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- More than 6,500 homes and small businesses in Cranberry Township, Gibsonia, Mars, Sarver, Valencia and Wexford, Pa., can now connect to new, gig-speed, fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) broadband services from Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL).

Consolidated Fiber Internet offers highly competitive pricing and plans to meet a wide range of customer needs. Symmetrical 1-gig service, available for $70 per month, allows consumers to easily work and learn from home, video chat without freezing, and download or upload high-definition video with multiple connected devices simultaneously. It includes equipment and installation costs, and all residential plans feature a one-year price lock with no contract required.

Fiber customers benefit from increased reliability and faster download and upload speeds. Understanding its customers use their data to access critical services, Consolidated never imposes a data cap, throttles speeds or charges extra for heavy users. Local businesses will also benefit from increased speeds and reliability for online retail, point of sale and inventory as well as for a number of voice and cloud communication solutions offered by Consolidated.

“We’re offering some of the fastest, most affordable internet speeds in the country,” said Erik Garr, president of consumer and small business services at Consolidated Communications. “The fiber network connectivity we’re delivering to residents and small businesses in southwestern Pennsylvania communities provides endless benefits and opportunities for individuals, students, families, entrepreneurs and small business owners across the area.”

Consolidated’s investment in Pennsylvania is part of the company’s ongoing fiber expansion plan to upgrade more than 70% of its service footprint to symmetrical, multi-gig speeds by 2025. Fiber network builds are also underway in California, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Texas and Vermont.

Residents can visit consolidated.com/FiberLife to pre-register or order new fiber service, or call 1-888-598-1785 to learn more. Business owners can visit consolidated.com/FiberBiz to learn more about fiber at work. Consumers can also add streaming content available through one of Consolidated’s featured partners with the flexibility to watch their favorite programs on any device.

About Consolidated Communications
Consolidated Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNSL) is dedicated to moving people, businesses and communities forward by delivering the latest reliable communications solutions. Consumers, businesses and wireless and wireline carriers depend on Consolidated for a wide range of high-speed internet, data, phone, security, cloud and wholesale carrier solutions. With a network spanning nearly 50,000 fiber route miles, Consolidated is a top 10 U.S. fiber provider, turning technology into solutions that are backed by exceptional customer support. Learn more at consolidated.com. Connect with us on social media.

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Shannon Sullivan, Consolidated Communications

603-656-1521, shannon.sullivan@consolidated.com

Jennifer Spaude, Consolidated Communications

507-386-3765, jennifer.spaude@consolidated.com

Source: Consolidated Communications

FAQ

What is the new service launched by Consolidated Communications?

Consolidated Communications launched gig-speed, fiber-to-the-premises broadband services in southwestern Pennsylvania.

How many homes and businesses are impacted by the new service?

More than 6,500 homes and small businesses can benefit from the new broadband service.

What is the price of the symmetrical 1-gig service?

The symmetrical 1-gig service is priced at $70 per month.

What are the benefits of the new internet service?

Customers enjoy no data caps, no throttling, and reliable high-speed internet.

What is Consolidated's expansion plan for its fiber network?

Consolidated plans to upgrade more than 70% of its service footprint to multi-gig speeds by 2025.