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National Grid Reminds Customers To Verify Identity Of Individuals Claiming To Be Energy Company Representatives

June 1, 2023 Contributor

National Grid reminds customers to safeguard their information and verify the identity of any representative that visits or calls their home to discuss their energy bills.

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Give Road Crews A Break: National Grid Urges Drivers To Slow Down In Work Zones

April 14, 2023 Contributor

National Grid reminds drivers to slow down when approaching work zones on roads and highways as part of National Work Zone Awareness Week. The annual commemoration, promoted by the U.S. Department of Transportation, takes place April 17-21 and marks the start of spring construction season.

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National Grid Accepted To U.S. Department Of Defense SkillBridge

April 13, 2023 Contributor

National Grid was recently approved by the U.S. Department of Defense as an industry partner for its SkillBridge program. DOD SkillBridge provides career development opportunities to service members approaching the end of their military commitment. Active duty service members can apply to spend the last six months of their commitment as an intern, bridging the gap between the end of their service and the beginning of their civilian careers.

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National Grid To Begin Pipeline Inspection Project In Oswego

April 6, 2023 Contributor

National Grid crews will begin a three-week inspection of a natural gas pipeline near Mitchell Street in Oswego beginning April 10. No customers will experience service interruptions, but residents may notice specialized equipment and an increased number of National Grid staff working in the area.

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National Grid Reminds Customers To Call 811 Before Digging

April 6, 2023 Contributor

April is designated as National Safe Digging Month, and National Grid urges anyone planning on digging to call 811 to prevent damage to underground utilities. Whether you’re planting a tree or shrub or installing a deck or pool, every job requires a call to 811 to know what’s below before digging. National Grid remains committed to keeping the public safe by emphasizing the importance of calling 811 to avoid damages or service outages in your local community.

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National Grid Increases Staffing, Stages Crews In Anticipation Of Thunderstorms, Strong Winds Across Western And Central New York

April 5, 2023 Contributor

National Grid is increasing staffing, extending work shifts and pre-positioning crews across western and central New York in preparation for thunderstorms and damaging winds forecasted for Wednesday and Thursday.

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National Grid Crews Work to Restore Service To Affected Customers In Eastern, Central NY

March 15, 2023 Contributor

National Grid’s field force of more than 3,000 workers is responding to power outages in eastern and central New York in dangerous weather conditions as an ongoing, powerful nor’easter continues to bring heavy, wet snow and high winds to the region.

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National Grid Increases Staffing, Extends Work Shifts In Anticipation Of Another Round Of Severe Winter Weather

March 13, 2023 Contributor

National Grid has increased staffing and is extending evening and overnight work shifts through Wednesday in preparation for a significant winter storm that is expected to bring prolonged heavy, wet snow and gusty winds to portions of central and eastern New York. In anticipation of the storm, the company has activated its comprehensive emergency response plan, including:

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National Grid Reminds Customers That Bill Assistance Programs Are Open For A Limited Time

March 1, 2023 Contributor

National Grid consumer advocates want to remind customers to act quickly if they are facing a potential shutoff, as emergency assistance funds available for income-eligible customers are limited. Customers who qualify for the Home Energy Assistance Program and those who just exceed the income limits may be eligible for grants to address their pastty-due balances.

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National Grid Increases Staffing, Stages Crews In Anticipation Of Severe Winter Weather Across Central New York And Mohawk Valley

February 27, 2023 Contributor

February is coming to a close with one last winter storm and National Grid is responding by increasing staffing and extending evening and overnight work shifts. Meteorologists have called for heavy snow and the potential for ice and high winds across the I-90 corridor from the Syracuse area and to the Mohawk Valley beginning on Monday evening and extending through Tuesday morning.

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