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For the latest news on WMECo, we have made our news releases available to the public to help keep them abreast on the issues surrounding our company. Topics include safety, electrical rates and energy-saving tips, as well as programs we offer and environmental issues we support.

	2012
	05/09/2012WMECo Launches Mobile Web Site
	05/02/2012May is National Electrical Safety Month
	04/26/2012Arbor Day is Friday, A Great Time to “Plan Before You Plant”
	04/20/2012WMECo to Host Utility Day in Springfield
	04/19/2012Four Towns Recognized for Participation in Western Mass Saves Community Challenge
	04/13/2012WMECo to Host Utility Day in Hadley
	04/10/2012WMECo to Conduct Aerial Vegetation Survey
	03/30/2012WMECo to Conduct Aerial Tree-Trimming
	03/26/2012WMECo to Host “Utility Days” Beginning This Month
	03/14/2012WMECo Presents Western Massachusetts Economic Review 2012
	03/13/2012Customers Now Have More Time to Get Bill Payments on Track
	02/14/2012Electric Rates for Commercial and Industrial Customers to Decline in 2nd Quarter
	02/07/2012Baystate Medical Center Earns $426,373 Incentive from WMECo for Energy Efficiency in Expansion
	01/19/2012WMECo Announces Fundraising Opportunity for Elementary Schools in Service Territory
	01/13/2012WMECo Warns Customers of Pre-Paid Credit Card Scam
	01/10/2012WMECo Announces the 2011-2012 Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund is Now Open to All Qualified Candidates
	2011
	12/21/2011WMECo Celebrates Completion of Largest Solar Facility in New England
	12/15/2011WMECo to Celebrate Completion of Largest Solar Facility in New England
	12/13/2011WMECo Advises Customers to Prepare for the Winter Weather Season
	11/30/2011Electric Delivery Rates Expected to Decline in 2012
	11/17/2011Grassroots Environmental Projects Get Boost:
	11/06/2011Restoration Work Taking Longer than Expected to Complete
	11/06/2011WMECo Completes Historic Restoration
	11/05/2011Estimated Times of Restoration
	11/05/2011Over 500 Crews Continue Restoration Work
	11/04/2011Nearly 500 Crews to Restore Last 38,000 Customers
	11/03/2011WMECo Still on Track to Meet 99% Restoration Projections
	11/02/2011 Homeowners Responsible for Repairs to Customer-owned Service Equipment
	11/02/2011 Resources Increased Seven-fold for Restoration to WMECo Customers
	11/01/201160,000 WMECo Customers Restored After Day Two
	10/31/2011WMECo Makes Overnight Progress, Urges Customers to Stay Safe
	10/30/2011WMECo Continues Damage Assessment, High Priority Restorations in the Wake of Historic Nor’easter
	10/29/2011WMECo Continues Preparations for Winter Storm
	10/28/2011WMECo Prepared for Winter Storm Conditions
	10/25/2011WMECo Provides Payment Assistance Programs
	09/22/2011WMECo Goes Mobile to Help Customers Save Money
	09/16/2011WMECo to Conduct Aerial Patrols of Rights of Way
	08/30/2011WMECo Completes Restoration
	08/29/2011High Winds Cause Additional System Damage
	08/28/2011WMECo Begins Restoration Activities
	08/28/2011WMECo Makes Significant Progress in Storm Restoration
	08/27/2011WMECo Continues Preparation for Hurricane Irene
	08/26/2011Use Electric Generators Properly
	08/25/2011WMECo Prepared for Anticipated Hurricane Conditions
	08/16/2011WMECo, Employees Donate Funds to Assist Tornado Victims
	08/03/2011WMECo Accepting Applications for Environmental Grants
	07/15/2011WMECo to Conduct Aerial Patrols of Transmission Lines
	06/10/2011Crews Make Good Restoration Progress Overnight Most WMECo Customers Should Have Service by Friday Evening
	06/10/2011Crews Continue Restoration Progress Outages down to 1,500
	06/09/2011Severe Thunderstorms Knock out Power to 20,000+ Customers
	06/05/2011Crews Complete Massive Restoration, Rebuilding
	06/03/2011Crews Make Continuing Progress in Restoring Power WMECo customer outages down to 3,500
	06/02/2011Crews Continue Work to Rebuild Electric System in Storm Damaged Springfield Neighborhoods
	06/02/2011Safe-Use Actions to Take with Portable Electric Generators
	06/01/2011Severe Thunderstorms and Tornado Knocks out Power to 12,000+ Customers
	06/01/2011Crews Working through the Night to Restore Power to 17,000 WMECo Customers
	06/01/2011Safe-Use Actions to Take with Portable Electric Generators
	05/19/2011Electric Supply Rates to Decrease For Most Basic Service Customers in July
	05/13/2011WMECo Launches Construction of Indian Orchard Solar Facility
	05/09/2011May is National Safety Month
	05/03/2011WMECo Adds Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Western Mass
	04/20/2011WMECo Solar Program Receives National Award
	03/22/2011WMECo Announces 2011 “Utility Days”
	03/10/2011Good Neighbor Energy Fund Receives $150,000
	02/01/2011DPU Issues Decision on WMECo Rate Case
	01/17/2011WMECo Selects Springfield Solar Energy Site
	01/17/2011WMECO Prepares for Winter Weather
	2010
	12/08/2010WMECo Starts Construction on the Greater Springfield Reliability Project
	11/29/2010Supply Rates Decrease for Basic Service Customers in January
	11/08/2010WMECo Launches Pilot Energy Saving Program
	10/29/2010WMECo Reminds Customers to Protect Personal Information
	10/26/2010WMECo Completes 1.8 MW Solar Facility in Pittsfield
	10/15/2010Programs, Services Available to Help Customers Manage Winter Energy Bills
	09/03/2010Supply Rates for Medium and Large Business Customers Increase in October
	09/02/2010As Hurricane Earl Approaches, WMECo is Prepared
	09/01/2010Plan Now. Work Together. Be Ready.
	08/23/2010Going Away to School? WMECo Offers Dormitory Safety Tips
	08/17/2010WMECo to Conduct Aerial Patrols of Transmission Lines
	07/22/2010Local Media Invited to "Storm School" at WMECo
	07/16/2010WMECo Requests Delivery Rate Increase
	06/24/2010Springfield’s Green Commission Suggests Ways to Stay Cool and Save Money
	06/21/2010WMECo Launches Solar Initiative Today in Pittsfield
	06/18/2010WMECo to Launch Construction of Solar Facility on June 21
	06/02/2010Supply Rates Decrease for Basic Service Customers in July
	05/28/2010Crews Make Good Progress Restoring Power
	05/28/2010Power Restored to Most WMECo Customers
	05/27/2010Fast-moving Thunderstorm Knocks out Power to 27,000+ Customers
	05/27/2010Crews Work to Restore Power to 31,000 WMECo Customers
	05/27/2010WMECo Continues to Make Progress in Power Restoration
	05/04/2010Fast-moving Thunderstorm Knocks out Power to 22,000+ Customers
	05/03/2010May is National Electrical Safety Month
	04/14/2010Winter Moratorium for Residential Customers Ends April 15
	04/12/2010Regulators approve WMECo’s upgrade from Agawam to W. Springfield
	03/16/2010WMECo to Fund Environmental Initiatives this Spring
	03/10/2010WMECo to Hold “Utility Days” in Spring
	03/05/2010WMECo to Conduct Aerial Patrols of Transmission Lines
	03/05/2010Electric Supply Rates for Medium & Large Business Customers Decrease in April
	02/25/2010WMECo Crews Continue Power Restoration
	02/24/2010WMECo Continues Power Restoration
	02/17/2010WMECo Selects First Solar Energy Site
	02/11/2010Media Advisory
	02/01/2010WMECo Three-Year Energy Efficiency Plan Approved
	2009
	12/31/2009DPU Approves New WMECo Rates Effective Jan 1
	12/22/2009WMECo Offers Tips to Make the Holidays Safe
	12/08/2009WMECo Encourages Customers to be Prepared for Winter Weather
	11/04/2009Programs, Services Available to Help Customers Manage Winter Energy Bills
	10/20/2009WMECo to Hold “Utility Days” in Springfield and Greenfield
	10/13/2009WMECO to Hold “Utility Day” in Pittsfield
	09/28/2009Supply Rates for Medium and Large Business Customers Increase in October
	09/23/2009WMECO to Fund Environmental Initiatives
	09/22/2009WMECo Begins Procurement for Solar Energy Facilities
	09/08/2009WMECO TO CONDUCT AERIAL MAINTENANCE WORK IN BERKSHIRE COUNTY
	08/26/2009Going Away to School? WMECO Offers Dormitory Safety Tips
	08/19/2009WMECo Targets Young Adults to Reduce Energy Use
	08/14/2009WMECO TO CONDUCT ROUTINE TRANSMISSION VEGETATION AERIAL PATROLS
	08/12/2009WMECo Solar Energy Plan for Western Massachusetts Receives Approval from Massachusetts DPU
	08/04/2009WMECO to Provide Expedited Relief to Customers Affected by Springfield Outage
	07/31/2009WMECO Completes Power Restoration to Springfield Customers
	07/30/2009WMECO Encourages Springfield Customers to Limit Power Use
	07/22/2009Save Money in a Tough Economy … Start Now With a Free Home Energy Assessment!
	07/20/2009Organizations Come Together to Raise Awareness about Arboriculture
	07/06/2009Western Massachusetts Media Invited to "Storm School" at WMECO
	06/29/2009Local Media Invited to "Storm School" at WMECO
	06/18/2009WMECO Encourages Customers to be Prepared for Summer Storms
	05/21/2009May is National Electrical Safety Month
	05/14/2009Supply Rates Decrease for Basic Service Customers in July
	05/05/2009Massachusetts Energy Efficiency Providers Unveil Unprecedented $4 Billion Savings Plan
	05/04/2009WMECO to Hold First “Utility Days”
	04/27/2009WMECO Winter Protection Program Scheduled to End May 1
	04/13/2009“WISDOM WAY SOLAR VILLAGE” TO HOLD SPECIAL LOTTERY FOR NET ZERO-ENERGY AFFORDABLE HOUSING
	03/17/2009WMECO’s Winter Protection Extended Until May 1
	03/05/2009SUPPLY RATES FOR BUSINESS CUSTOMERS DECREASE
	03/03/2009WMECO AERIAL TRANSMISSION LINE MAINTENANCE
	02/13/2009WMECO to Conduct Training on Identifying Invasive Species
	02/12/2009WMECO Announces Solar Energy Plan for Western Massachusetts
	02/06/2009Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency on Us
	01/23/2009Good Neighbor Energy Fund Now Open to All Qualified Candidates
	01/07/2009WMECO Prepared for Ice Storm and Possible Outages
	01/02/2009WMECO Rates Change January 1, 2009
	2008
	12/20/2008WMECO Completes Power Restoration
	12/19/2008Heavy Snowfall Today Could Slow Progress; More Than 300 Crews Remain on the Job
	12/18/2008Power Restoration Continues; More Than 300 Crews Remain on the Job
	12/17/2008Power Restoration Continues; More Than 300 Crews Remain on the Job
	12/16/2008Power Restoration Continues; More Than 300 Crews on the Job
	12/15/2008Crews Continue Restoration; Temperatures Warming, Creating Potential New Difficulties
	12/14/2008Crews Continue Steady Progress; Conditions Extremely Difficult
	12/13/2008Crews Make Steady Progress
	12/12/2008Thousands Without Power After Ice Storm
	12/12/2008WMECO Crews Work Around the Clock to Continue Restoration
	12/11/2008WMECO Prepares for Potential Ice Storm
	11/14/2008WMECO Doubles Donation to Good Neighbor Energy Fund
	11/10/2008Winter Protection Plan Begins on November 15
	10/30/2008WMECO Encourages Customers to Stay Safe While Staying Warm
	10/29/2008WMECO AERIAL PATROLS TO INSPECT TRANSMISSION LINES
	10/01/2008WMECO Sponsors New Home Construction for Energy Efficiency Competition
	10/01/2008WMECO to Fund Environmental Initiatives
	09/30/2008WMECO AERIAL PATROLS TO INSPECT TRANSMISSION LINES
	09/29/2008WMECO Programs Help Customers Manage Energy Costs
	09/04/2008Western Massachusetts Electric Company Sends Crews to Mississippi
	08/29/2008WMECO Reminds Customers about Electrical Safety
	08/28/2008WMECO AERIAL PATROLS TO INSPECT TRANSMISSION LINES
	08/28/2008WMECO BID PROCESS SECURES LOWEST AVAILABLE PRICING
	05/23/2008WMECO Files for Energy Supply Pricing
	05/05/2008WMECO AERIAL PATROLS TO INSPECT TRANSMISSION LINES
	04/28/2008WMECO Winter Protection Programs Scheduled to End May 1
	03/05/2008WMECO can fund your environmental initiative
	02/15/2008Crews Make Steady Progress Restoring Power
	02/15/2008Aerial Patrols To Inspect Transmission Lines
	2007
	12/05/2007WMECO Programs Give Customers Options to Manage Energy Costs
	11/13/2007WMECO TO CONDUCT AERIAL INSPECTIONS
	10/03/2007WMECO to fund environmental initiatives
	09/25/2007WMECO BID PROCESS SECURES LOWEST AVAILABLE PRICING
	07/30/2007WMECO TO CONDUCT AERIAL INSPECTIONS
	07/19/2007New leadership for the Northeast Utilities Foundation
	07/06/2007Energy Supply Prices Decrease for Most WMECO Customers
	05/22/2007SPRING SURVEYING UNDERWAY
	05/18/2007WMECO AERIAL INSPECTIONS POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER
	05/15/2007WMECO TO CONDUCT AERIAL INSPECTIONS
	04/18/2007GOVERNOR LAUNCHES ENERGY EFFICIENCY CAMPAIGN IN MASSACHUSETTS
	04/17/2007WMECO BRINGS NEW TECHNOLOGY TO SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND TO STRENGTHEN TRANSMISSION LINES
	04/06/2007EPA AND DOE RECOGNIZE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS ELECTRIC COMPANY WITH ENERGY STAR® EXCELLENCE IN ENERGY STAR PROMOTION AWARD
	04/02/2007WMECO OFFERS FUNDING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IDEAS
	03/20/2007NATIONAL GRID PLANS FOR WEEKEND MAINTENANCE BY WESTERN MASS ELECTRIC COMPANY
	03/13/2007PROGRAM TO PROTECT WMECO CUSTOMERS FROM SHUTOFF EXTENDED TO APRIL 30
	01/31/2007WMECO AERIAL PATROLS TO INSPECT TRANSMISSION LINES
	2006
	11/15/2006WMECO Programs Give Customers Options To Manage Energy Costs
	10/29/2006WMECO Crews Make Steady Progress Restoring Power
	10/20/2006WMECO, Attorney General Reach Rate Settlement Agreement
	08/11/2006WMECO, Urban League of Springfield Pilot Workforce Training Program
	08/07/2006Media Advisory: WMECO Conducts Aerial Inspections
	08/03/2006Thunderstorms Cause Power Outages Across Western Massachusetts
	08/03/2006WMECO Underscores Avoidance of Downed Wires
	06/30/2006STATE ANNOUNCES $5-MILLION HEAT LOAN PROGRAM
	06/06/2006WMECO COMPETITIVE BID PROCESS SECURES LOWEST AVAILABLE PRICING
	04/06/2006WMECO’S Winter Protection Plan Ends May 1
	03/17/2006WMECO, NU Offer Funding For Environmental Ideas
	03/15/2006WMECO Amplía El Sistema Telefónico Automatizado Para Los Clientes Hispanohablantes
	03/15/2006WMECO Expands Automated Phone System For Spanish Customers
	03/08/2006WMECO Lineman Honored With Chairman’s Lifesaving Action Award
	02/28/2006WMECO Educa A Los Clientes Sobre Los Peligros Y Costos De Los Calefactores De Ambiente
	02/22/2006Photovoltaic Installation at Springfield Technical Community College Technology Park to Stimulate Renewable Energy Industry in Region
	02/20/2006Media Advisory: Photovoltaic Installation at STCC Technology Park
	02/19/2006WMECO Conducts Aerial Inspections February 21 And 22
	02/17/2006Market Prices Down For WMECO Business Customers
	02/08/2006WMECO Grants Help Educational Programs In Franklin County
	01/26/2006Bringing Environmental Ideas To Fruition
	01/18/2006Update #1 - Violent Winds Cause Power Outages Across Western Massachusetts
	01/18/2006Update #2 Final – WMECO Crews Making Excellent Progress
	2005
	12/29/2005WMECO Offers Tips To Safely Operate Home Generators
	12/08/2005WMECO Educates Customers On Dangers, Costs Of Space Heaters
	12/07/2005Electricity Supply Rates For WMECO Customers To Reflect Higher Fuel Prices
	11/23/2005WMECO Conducts Aerial Inspections Nov. 28 – Dec. 5
	11/18/2005WMECO Offers Ways To Keep Holidays Shining Despite Rising Energy Costs
	11/16/2005WMECO Offers Valuable Tips To Keep Kids Safe From Electrical Hazards
	11/14/2005WMECO Crews Supporting Hurricane Wilma Recovery En Route Home
	11/03/2005Media Advisory: WMECO Conducts Aerial Inspections
	11/03/2005WMECO Programs, Conservation Tips Give Customers Options To Cut Heating Costs
	10/27/2005WMECO Crews Head South To Aid With Wilma Restoration Efforts
	10/17/2005Media Advisory: WMECO Hosts PRIME Recognition Event
	10/12/2005WMECO Offers Tips To Avoid Electrical Hazards During Flooding
	10/10/2005WMECO Conducts Aerial Inspections
	10/06/2005WMECO Reminds Its Customers About Dangers Of Substation Equipment
	09/22/2005WMECO, NU Offering Environmental Community Grants
	09/12/2005WMECO Crews Supporting Hurricane Katrina Restoration En Route Home
	09/06/2005WMECO Reminds Contractors, Homeowners About Dangers Of Power Lines
	09/01/2005WMECO Crews Head South to Aid in Restoration Efforts
	08/23/2005WMECO Offers College Students Safe Semester
	08/14/2005WMECO crews make significant progress
	08/14/2005Line of Thunderstorms Causes Power Outages Across Western Massachusetts
	08/11/2005WMECO Reminds Swimmers About Hidden Dangers
	07/28/2005Failure fiber-optic cable disrupts WMECO's telephone and internet lines
	07/27/2005WMECO Offers Tips on Using Extension Cords
	07/23/2005Final Update –WMECO Crews Near 100% Restoration From Friday’s Powerful Storm
	07/22/2005Update #1 – Severe Thunderstorms Cause Power Outages Across Western Massachusetts
	07/19/2005Humidity Can Impact Home’s Energy Efficiency, Increase Costs
	07/17/2005Update: WMECO Crews Arrival Not Expect Until After Midnight
	07/16/2005WMECO Crews Return After Helping Restore Power In Florida
	07/08/2005WMECO Crews to Aid Restoration Efforts in Florida
	07/05/2005Survey Reveals Customers Trust WMECO
	06/29/2005Update #1 - Line of Thunderstorms Causes Power Outages Across Western Massachusetts
	06/29/2005WMECO OFFERS PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO AVOID ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS
	06/29/2005Update #2 - WMECO Restores Power to Nearly Half of Its Customers Affected by Severe Storm
	06/29/2005Update #3/Final – Significant Progress Made For WMECO Customers
	06/28/2005Outages Shorter in 2004 for WMECO Customers
	06/27/2005WMECO OFFERS HELPFUL TIPS TO ENSURE SAFE, ENJOYABLE SUMMER
	06/24/2005WMECO, CL&P Sponsor World Premiere of 'Ella — Off the Record'
	06/21/2005WMECO OFFERS TIPS ON USE, MAINTENANCE OF POWER TOOLS
	06/20/2005WMECO Competitive Bid Process Secures Lowest Available Pricing
	06/17/2005WMECO CONDUCTS AERIAL INSPECTIONS
	06/14/2005WMECO KEEPS YOUR HOME COOL WITH LESS COST
	06/13/2005WMECO SPONSORS SPEED: VALLEY PORTFOLIO III
	06/06/2005WMECO PREPARED FOR INCOMING STORMS
	06/03/2005Chicopee student awarded NU Foundation Scholar
	06/01/2005More Than $157,900 In Good Neighbor Energy Funds Being Distributed To Needy Families In Western Massachusetts
	05/23/2005MEDIA ADVISORY: WMECO To Host Energy Market 2005 to Raise Awareness of Energy Options
	05/19/2005WMECO OFFERS TIPS FOR WEATHERING SPRING STORMS
	05/18/2005WMECO HELPS BERKSHIRES’ BUSINESSES SAVE ENERGY, MONEY
	05/13/2005WMECO TO HOST ENERGY MARKET 2005 TO RAISE AWARENESS OF ENERGY OPTIONS
	04/29/2005WMECO OFFERS LANDSCAPING TIPS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY
	04/28/2005WHEN LANDSCAPING, WMECO HAS ANSWERS TO KEEP YOU SAFE
	04/26/2005WMECO SPONSORS PIONEER VALLEY HEART WALK
	04/20/2005WMECO’S WINTER PROTECTION PLAN ENDS APRIL 30
	04/07/2005WMECO OFFERS WAYS TO PROTECT ITS CUSTOMERS
	03/28/2005STREETLIGHTS OFFER SAFETY FOR RESIDENTS, BUSINESSES
	03/24/2005WMECO HELPS HOMEOWNERS LIGHT WAY
	03/22/2005PROGRAM TO PROTECT WMECO CUSTOMERS FROM SHUTOFF EXTENDED TO APRIL 30
	03/18/2005WMECO ENCOURAGES ENVIRONMENTAL IDEAS TO FLOURISH
	03/10/2005WMECO CUSTOMERS KEEP WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS SHINING BRIGHTLY
	03/09/2005WMECO HELPS COLLEGES SAVE ENERGY, MONEY
	03/08/2005EPA, DOE RECOGNIZE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS ELECTRIC COMPANY WITH ENERGY STAR® LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY AWARD
	03/03/2005WMECO WINTER PROTECTION PLAN TO END MARCH 15
	02/17/2005Standard Offer Service Ends February 28, 2005
	02/16/2005AERIAL INSPECTIONS TO BE CONDUCTED OVER WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS
	02/02/2005RESIDENTS BENEFIT FROM WMECO'S GRANTS PROGRAM
	01/28/2005STORM PREPARATIONS MAKE FOR SAFER WINTER
	2004
	12/13/2004WMECO Extends Commitment to Good Neighbor Energy Fund
	12/08/2004Sun, Temperature Reduces Threat for Power Outages in Hilltowns
	12/08/2004WMECO Prepares for Heavy Winds Combined With Significant Overnight Icing
	12/07/2004GENERATE HEAT NOT HAZARDS
	12/02/2004Update #3 - Power Restored to Nearly 90% of Customers Affected by Severe Winds
	12/01/2004Update #1 - Western Massachusetts Sustaining Severe Winds
	12/01/2004Update #2 - Western Massachusetts Sustaining Severe Winds
	11/30/2004MIEDA ADVISORY: Congressman Olver Visits Franklin Community Action Corporation to Kick Off Energy Bucks and Launch Fuel Assistance Program
	11/29/2004WMECO OFFERS TIPS TO KEEP HOLIDAYS BRIGHT, SAFE
	11/19/2004SPACE HEATERS POSE SAFETY HAZARDS
	11/17/2004WMECO Announces Agreement with Attorney General to Keep Rates Stable Over Next Two Years
	11/16/2004Aerial Inspections Conducted Over Western Massachusetts
	10/28/2004WMECO Launches 'Electrical Safety World' on Web
	10/26/2004WMECO Provides Range of Programs to Help Keep Heating Costs Down
	10/25/2004Fall Chores Can Pose Safety Hazards
	10/20/2004WMECO Experiencing Disruption in Telephone Service
	10/20/2004WMECO Telephone Service Restored
	10/18/2004WMECO Adds to Communications Team
	10/04/2004RODNEY O. POWELL NAMED PRESIDENT OF WMECO
	09/23/2004Applicants Sought for WMECO Environmental Community Grants
	09/08/2004MEDIA ADVISORY: WMECO Employees to Support United Way in Day of Caring Events
	09/07/2004WMECO Crews to Aid Power Restoration Efforts in Florida
	08/27/2004WMECO Offers Tips to Keep Students Safe This Semester
	08/23/2004MEDIA ADVISORY: WMECO To Conduct Aerial Surveys of Transmission Rights of Way
	08/18/2004WMECO Reminds Contractors to Be Aware of Power Lines!
	08/13/2004WMECO Ready for Hurricane Charley Backlash Yet Anticipates No Severe Damage
	08/12/2004Lightning Can Strike Anywhere
	08/11/2004WMECO Warns Customers Stay Away from Downed Wires
	07/22/2004Don't Swim with Shocks
	07/14/2004MEDIA ADVISORY: WMECO to Debut Zero Energy Home
	06/15/2004Longmeadow's Brett Johnson is a NU Foundation Scholar
	06/15/2004WMECO Encourages Customers to Be Prepared for Summer Storms
	05/28/2004WMECO Encourages Consumers to Play It Safe This Summer
	05/24/2004MEDIA ADVISORY: WMECO Forum to Raise Business Community Awareness of Energy Options
	05/20/2004WMECO Forum to Raise Business Community Awareness of Energy Options
	04/29/2004WMECO Reminds Home Office Users to Be Aware of Hidden Electrical Dangers
	04/15/2004WMECO Debuts Air Conditioner Turn-in Event at Amherst Earth Day Celebration
	04/07/2004WMECO Air Conditioner Turn-In Event Returns to Springfield Earth Day Festival
	04/06/2004WMECO Winter Protection Plan Ends April 15
	03/29/2004WMECO Offers Tips for Staying Safe at Home
	03/25/2004Upper Level Winds Postpone WMECO Aerial Surveys
	03/24/2004WMECO Aerial Patrols to Take Second Pass Over Rights of Way
	03/12/2004Winds Continue to Hamper WMECO Aerial Surveys
	03/10/2004Flying Conditions Force Rescheduling of WMECO Aerial Surveys
	03/04/2004WMECO to Conduct Aerial Surveys of Rights of Way
	03/04/2004Applicants Sought for WMECO Environmental Community Grants
	02/23/2004WMECO Plays Key Role in Award-Winning ENERGY STAR® Program
	02/23/2004Streetlights Help Keep Communities Safe
	02/20/2004WMECO Aerial Patrols Rescheduled
	02/19/2004EEI Honors WMECO and Northeast Utilities with "Emergency Assistance Award" for Hurricane Recovery
	02/13/2004WMECO Aerial Patrols to Inspect Transmission Lines
	02/05/2004WMECO to Fund Organizations' Efforts to Heighten Environmental Awareness
	02/04/2004WMECO Grant Funds New Sustainable Energy Course at Greenfield Community College
	01/16/2004WMECO Joins Statewide Energy Bucks Initiative to Help Customers Lower Energy Costs
	01/16/2004WMECO Customers Aid in Easing System Demand
	01/15/2004WMECO Urges Customers to Conserve Energy During the Winter Chill
	01/15/2004WMECO Encourages Customers to Stay Warm and Use Energy Wisely This Winter
	01/08/2004Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund Begins 19th Annual Campaign
	2003
	12/30/2003WMECO Default Service Customers to See 12% Rate Decrease
	12/22/2003WMECO Urges Caution When Using Space Heaters or Generators
	12/15/2003Update #4 - All WMECO Customers Restored
	12/05/2003WMECO Prepared for First Significant Snowfall
	11/26/2003WMECO Offers Tips to Keep Holidays Bright and Safe
	11/20/2003Aerial Patrols to be Conducted
	11/15/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts Complete
	11/15/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts Topping 80% Customers Restored 6:30 a.m. Update
	11/15/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts Continue - Additional Damage Being Uncovered - 5:30 p.m. Update
	11/14/2003WMECO To Be Honored as 2003 Partner in Philanthropy
	11/14/2003WMECO Crews Continue Efforts Around to Clock to Restore Power 10 p.m. Update
	11/14/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts to Continue Throughout the Night and Through Saturday - 8:30 p.m. Update
	11/14/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts Slow Moving Due to Extent of Wind Damage and Continued Gusts 6 a.m. Update
	11/14/2003Sustained Winds Continue to Hit Western Massachusetts -11:30 a.m. Update
	11/14/2003WMECO Crews Continue Restoration Efforts But Hampered by Sustained Winds - 9:30 a.m. Update
	11/14/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts Continue Slowly But Safely 2:30 p.m. Update
	11/14/2003Western Massachusetts Continues to Experience Power Outages as a Result of Severe Wind Damage - 5 a.m. Update 11/14/03
	11/14/2003WMECO Restoration Efforts to Continue Through the Night 4:30 p.m. Update
	11/13/2003Western Massachusetts Sustaining Severe Wind Damage - 10 p.m. Update
	11/10/2003WMECO Employees Collect Over 200 Pounds of Items for Troops Serving in Middle East
	11/06/2003WMECO Provides Winter Protection Shutoff and Payment Programs
	10/30/2003WMECO Offers Simple Measures To Keep You Safe and Warm This Winter
	10/28/2003WMECO Employees Help Turn Dream Into Reality For Springfield Families
	10/28/2003Photo Opportunity: WMECO Employees To Help Turn Dream Into Reality for Springfield Families
	10/27/2003Western Massachusetts Electric Company Releases Annual Review
	10/17/2003WMECO Storm Restoration Efforts Complete
	10/16/2003Wind Damage Still Prevalent Throughout Western Massachusetts
	10/16/2003Crews Continue to Repair Severe and Widespread Damage
	10/16/2003Power Restored to Nearly 95% of WMECO Customers
	10/16/2003Significant Restoration Progress Made from Storm Damage
	10/16/2003Excessive Wind Storm Caused Extensive Outages
	10/16/2003Crews Continue to Restore Power to Customers
	10/15/2003Excessive Wind Storm Continues to Cause Outages
	10/15/2003While Wind Gusts Have Lessened Slightly, They Continue to Cause Outages in Western Massachusetts
	10/15/2003Wind Gusts Begin to Take Toll on Western Massachusetts
	10/15/2003Winds Continue to Cause Outages in Western Massachusetts
	09/22/2003WMECO Offers Helpful Hints When Working in the Yard This Fall
	09/19/2003WMECO Crews to Help Restore Power Outages in Maryland as a Result of Hurricane Isabel
	09/18/2003WMECO Ready for Hurricane Isabel Backlash Yet Anticipates No Severe Damage
	08/25/2003Applicants Sought for WMECO Environmental Community Grants
	08/22/2003Western Massachusetts Electric Company to Sponsor Daily Hampshire Gazette's Newspaper in Education Kid Scoop
	08/16/2003Power Fully Restored to All WMECO Customers Affected by First Line of Thunderstorms
	08/16/2003Power Restored to 97% of WMECO Customers Affected by Line of Thunderstorms
	08/16/2003Thunderstorms Move Through WMECO Service Territory
	08/15/2003WMECO Customers Fully Restored as of 4:05 a.m.
	08/13/2003WMECO Offers Tips to Keep Students Safe This Semester
	07/22/2003Severe Summer Storm Causes Outages
	07/22/2003Severe Summer Storm Continues to Cause Outages
	07/22/2003WMECO Restoration Process Nearing Completion
	07/22/2003WMECO Upgrades Restoration Projections
	07/02/2003WMECO Encourages Customers to Play It Safe This Summer
	06/04/2003WMECO Supports Organizations' Efforts to Heighten Environmental Awareness
	05/30/2003WMECO Announces Personnel Changes
	05/28/2003WMECO Offers $100 Cash Back on New ENERGY STAR® Qualified Clothes Washers
	05/20/2003Western Massachusetts Electric Company and Connecticut Light & Power Team Up to Co-Sponsor Manufacturing Event
	05/16/2003With Spring Comes Storms
	04/23/2003Springfield Is Now the Coolest Place in New England
	04/23/2003WMECO to Sponsor Halogen Torchiere Turn-In Event at Amherst Earth Day Festival
	04/17/2003WMECO Honors Easthampton Dye Works with Excellence in Lean Manufacturing Award
	04/15/2003WMECO to Present Excellence in Lean Manufacturing Honors to Easthampton Dye Works
	04/15/2003WMECO to Sponsor Halogen Torchiere Turn-In Event at Amherst Earth Day Celebration
	04/15/2003Springfield Is Now the Coolest Place in New England
	04/10/2003When Working at Home, Work Safely at Home
	04/04/2003WMECO Winter Protection Plan to End April 15
	03/06/2003Precautionary Measures Can Save Lives
	03/03/2003Applicants Sought for Environmental Community Grants
	02/14/2003WMECO Aerial Patrols to Inspect Transmission Lines
	02/13/2003WMECO President Tapped by Governor for Regional Economic Development Role
	02/12/2003WMECO Helps Local Organizations Heighten Environmental Awareness
	02/05/2003Winter Shutoff Protection Extended for WMECO Customers
	01/06/2003Regulators Approve Western Massachusetts Electric Company Rate Changes
	2002
	12/30/2002WMECO Aerial Patrols to Inspect Transmission Lines
	12/24/2002WMECO Ready for Potential Christmas Day Storm
	11/26/2002WMECO To Sponsor Discussion on Future of Economic Development
	11/20/2002All WMECO Customers Fully Restored
	11/18/2002WMECO Continues to Experience Outages in Service Territory
	11/14/2002WMECO Customers Protected From Shutoff During Winter Months
	10/30/2002WMECO Customers to Shop for Electricity
	10/17/2002WMECO Aerial Patrols to Inspect Transmission Lines
	10/01/2002WMECO To Host Workspace Lighting Seminar
	09/24/2002Western Massachusetts Electric Company to Present $789,000 Incentive Check to Smith & Wesson
	09/24/2002WMECO Conservation Commitment Aids Local Company
	09/20/2002No Planned Power Outage for Pittsfield
	09/18/2002Applications Sought for Environmental Community Grants
	09/12/2002Easthampton Planned Outage Cancelled
	09/03/2002WMECO To Support United Way in Day of Caring Events
	08/29/2002WMECO Employee Vision Evolves Into Reality
	08/29/2002WMECO Launches Added-Value Service for Customers
	08/12/2002From Jazz to Science, Youth to Aging - WMECO Funding is Far Reaching
	07/15/2002WMECO Warns Kids: Don't Try This at Home
	07/03/2002WMECO To Begin Overnight Work on Easthampton Upgrade
	07/01/2002WMECO Launches New Suite of Web-Based Services
	06/13/2002Western Massachusetts Agencies Receive WMECO Funding
	05/22/2002WMECO, NU Announce Environmental Community Grant Recipients
	05/20/2002WMECO Offers Surge Protection Service
	05/01/2002WMECO and SPACE Team Up to Reap Energy Benefits
	04/25/2002WMECO, NESEA to Unveil Public Education Exhibit
	04/22/2002WMECO Names Employee Volunteer of the Year
	04/12/2002WMECO to Perform Maintenance in Downtown Greenfield
	04/08/2002Supervisor Named In WMECO Pittsfield District
	03/29/2002WMECO Lauds Lawmakers' Efforts In Passage of Conservation Bill
	03/08/2002WMECO Winter Protection Plan to End March 15
	03/04/2002Environmental Community Grants Available
	03/01/2002WMECO Announces Personnel Change
	03/01/2002WMECO, Lincoln School Kick off Reach Out and Read
	03/01/2002WMECO President/COO Named Woman of Distinction
	02/20/2002WMECO Announces Changes in Personnel
	02/15/2002WMECO Engineer to Receive Leadership Award
	02/12/2002WMECO Names Communications Manager