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FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) is a utility holding company whose electric distribution companies serve more than six million customers across Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. Its transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines connecting the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. The news surrounding FirstEnergy reflects its role in nuclear electric power generation, electric distribution and transmission within the utilities sector.
This news page brings together company-issued updates and other coverage related to FE. Readers can find announcements about quarterly and annual financial results, earnings teleconferences and investor presentations, often referenced in Form 8-K filings and news releases. These items provide insight into how management views performance, uses GAAP and non-GAAP measures and communicates core earnings guidance and strategic priorities.
Because FirstEnergy operates regulated utilities, a significant portion of its news flow centers on regulatory developments and settlements. Examples include Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) proceedings and comprehensive settlement agreements that address riders, audits and customer restitution and refunds for Ohio Edison, The Illuminating Company and Toledo Edison customers. Such updates can be important for understanding potential impacts on rates, customer bills and regulatory relationships.
Operational and infrastructure news is another key theme. FirstEnergy and its subsidiaries, including entities like Mid-Atlantic Interstate Transmission and Jersey Central Power & Light, issue releases on grid modernization projects, high-voltage line rebuilds, substation upgrades and other investments intended to enhance reliability and support growth in local communities.
In addition, the FirstEnergy Foundation regularly announces “Gifts of the Season” and other grants to nonprofits in the company’s service territories, highlighting community and philanthropic initiatives. Investors, customers and observers can use this news page to follow developments across financial, regulatory, operational and community dimensions of FirstEnergy’s business.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) will release first quarter 2026 financial results after markets close on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Management will discuss results on a conference call at 9:00 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, followed by Q&A.
The call will be webcast with presentation slides posted to the investor site after markets close on April 28. Replays of the webcast and slides will remain available on the investor site for up to one year. FirstEnergy serves more than 6 million customers and operates about 24,000 miles of transmission lines.
Potomac Edison (NYSE: FE) filed for Maryland Public Service Commission review of the Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek Improvements Project, proposing 18 miles of transmission upgrades in Frederick and Montgomery counties using existing corridors.
If approved, construction would begin in 2028 with estimated completion in 2031; the full PJM-awarded project adds roughly 62 miles of new 500-kV lines across VA, WV and MD.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) electric companies Mon Power and Potomac Edison announced bill assistance options for eligible customers on March 24, 2026. Programs include the Dollar Energy Fund, a one-time Emergency Assistance Program, and the 24/7 2-1-1 Helpline to help avoid service termination and manage seasonal bills.
Mon Power serves about 395,000 customers in 34 West Virginia counties; Potomac Edison serves about 285,000 customers in seven Maryland counties and 155,000 in Eastern Panhandle WV. Visit firstenergycorp.com/billassist for program details.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) said Pennsylvania electric customers can apply for multiple bill-assistance programs to manage higher seasonal heating costs. Available options include PCAP (income‑based payments and possible past‑due balance elimination), LIHEAP (applications through April 10), LIURP/WARM audits and upgrades, and the Dollar Energy Fund.
The company provided links for donations and detailed program enrollment for Met‑Ed, Penelec, Penn Power and West Penn Power service areas.
Potomac Edison (NYSE: FE) on March 24, 2026 urged Maryland customers to explore multiple bill assistance programs to manage seasonal energy costs. Programs include MEAP, EUSP, arrearage forgiveness up to $2,000, USPP, Community Energy Fund, LIEEP energy-efficiency help, and 24/7 2-1-1 support.
Potomac Edison serves about 285,000 Maryland customers and 155,000 in West Virginia; customers are directed to firstenergycorp.com/billassist for details.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) urges Ohio customers of Ohio Edison, The Illuminating Company and Toledo Edison to explore bill assistance programs available now through March and into the winter season.
Programs include PIPP Plus, HEAP and Emergency HEAP grants, locally run aid (OPAE, Project Reach, CO-OP, Neighbors Helping Neighbors), a 24/7 2-1-1 helpline, and a special reconnect option available until April 15.
JCP&L (NYSE: FE) encourages customers to explore year-round energy bill assistance and will host a free in-person event on April 22 at the Charles A. Smith Community Center in Forked River from 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
The Universal Service Fund offers monthly bill credits and a USF Fresh Start to help eliminate past-due balances; eligibility includes household income at or below 60% of state median and paying more than 2% (non-electric heat) or 4% (electric heat) of annual income on electricity. JCP&L serves 1.2 million New Jersey customers and lists other programs including LIHEAP, SHARES, PAGE, Lifeline and Comfort Partners.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) reported major progress restoring power after the March 13–17 windstorms: more than 97% of nearly 1.1 million affected customers have service restored, leaving about 35,400 without power as crews continue work.
Around 10,000 employees, contractors and outside resources support around‑the‑clock restoration; estimated restoration times (ETRs) are posted online and global ETRs for several areas will be set later today.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) crews continue storm restoration after high winds affected more than 800,000 customers across OH, PA, WV and MD. Teams have restored power to over 96% of impacted customers, replaced nearly 600 poles, 225,000 feet of wire and 1,300 crossarms. More storms with 50–65 mph gusts are expected March 16, 2026, and crews remain staged with contractors to support 24/7 restoration.
The company detailed its prioritized restoration steps, safety tips for customers and multiple outage reporting channels.
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) crews continue round‑the‑clock restoration after a March 13 windstorm; 92% of 668,000 affected customers have power restored and about 56,000 remain without service as of March 15, 2026. Priority is given to Friday storm outages while gusty conditions and a new system may cause additional outages.
More than 6,900 employees, contractors and outside resources support restoration; Estimated Restoration Times (ETRs) are set by area, with many customers expected restored sooner.