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Tarentum Borough Severe Weather Notice – Tuesday, April 29, 2025

The National Weather Service is forecasting severe weather for the Tarentum area beginning Tuesday afternoon, April 29, and continuing into the evening. Expected conditions include heavy rainfall, wind gusts up to 50–60 mph, steady winds near 40 mph, possible large hail, and a slight chance of isolated tornado activity. Possible Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 1 monthApril 28, 2025 ago
Community

Additional Information on 2025 Electric Costs

Tarentum Borough’s Municipal Electric System Tarentum Borough operates a locally owned and managed electric distribution system, continuing a proud tradition of municipal power in Pennsylvania that dates back to the late 1800s. Our focus is on providing reliable, cost-effective energy and reinvesting in the community. From purchasing wholesale power to Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 4 monthsFebruary 6, 2025 ago
Community

PMEA Video on Multi-State Electric Capacity Increases

The Pennsylvania Municipal Electric Association (PMEA) has provided an informative video explaining why electric capacity prices are on the rise across multiple states. Understanding these factors is the first step toward ensuring we keep electricity affordable for our communities. Tarentum Borough Council strongly encourages residents to watch PMEA’s video and Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 4 monthsFebruary 4, 2025 ago
Community

2024 Utility Pole Replacement Project

Project Duration: July 23 through mid-August The Borough of Tarentum is pleased to announce an upcoming electric pole replacement project aimed at improving the health and reliability of our electric infrastructure. Over the course of this project, we will be replacing ten electric poles in various locations within the borough. Important Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 11 monthsJuly 19, 2024 ago
Electric

Press Release: Police Respond Quickly to Domestic Situation, Ensure Safety of All Involved

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By Dwight Boddorf, 1 yearMarch 19, 2024 ago
Electric

Press Release: Recreation Board Announces 2023 Home & Business Holiday Light Contest Winners

2023 Home & Business Holiday Light Contest Winners   Tarentum Recreation Board– As the shimmering lights of the season cast a warm glow over our streets and homes, we are thrilled to announce the winners of our Holiday Lights Contest! Home Winners: 1st Place- Tom Tyborowski & Glenn Marsh- 506 Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 1 yearDecember 19, 2023 ago
Electric

Press Release: Tarentum Borough Receives $1.3 Million in Water Project Grants

Tarentum Borough Receives $1.3 Million in Water Project Grants Borough of Tarentum – We are thrilled to announce that Tarentum Borough has been awarded two substantial grants from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to support our various water upgrade projects. This generous funding will advance our efforts to repair, upgrade, Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 1 yearDecember 19, 2023 ago
Electric

Press Release: Shared Policing Announcement

Brackenridge and Tarentum Announce Shared Policing Services Borough officials from Brackenridge and Tarentum signed an intergovernmental agreement today for shared Police Services between the two communities. The joint contract marks a significant stride towards innovative policing and community safety for the region. Through the sharing of resources, expertise, and knowledge, Read more…

By Dwight Boddorf, 2 yearsJuly 28, 2023 ago
Electric

Electric Service Update – November 29, 2021

ELECTRIC SERVICE UPDATE (2021.11.29): On Sunday, November 28, during the early morning hours, there were two (2) separate power outages in Tarentum Borough. On or about 1:20 a.m. we received reports of an outage in West Tarentum. A telephone pole was reportedly on fire, knocking out power to a primary electric Read more…

By tarentumboro, 4 yearsNovember 29, 2021 ago
Electric

Electric Service Update – June 10, 2021

ELECTRIC SERVICE NOTICE (2021.06.10): Customers in West Tarentum may be experiencing slight electric service disruptions or “flickering” of their power. Be advised this is due to external matters in the West Penn Power service territory. According to the First Energy Outage Map, there are current outages in the area of Read more…

By tarentumboro, 4 yearsJune 10, 2021 ago

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