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A Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission administrative law judge is considering whether an emergency takeover of Rock Spring Water Company is necessary.

Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro’s spending plan also invests in rural communities by promoting agriculture advancements and boosting outdoor recreation.

The Office of Consumer Advocate made the plea after a Centre County judge said he didn’t have the jurisdiction to take the matter out of regulators’ hands.

As deteriorating infrastructure plagues Rock Spring Water Company, its lawyers have asked a county judge to order a municipal takeover. But the Pa. utility commission argues only its regulators have jurisdiction.

Like other rural hospitals, Bucktail Medical Center in rural Clinton County has faced financial and operational challenges.

Lawyers have asked a Centre County court to intervene and allow a municipal-run water authority to take over operations of the privately owned company.

Pennsylvania’s municipal water and wastewater authorities have local control over operations, but they don’t go unchecked.

The August storm washed out parts of Tioga County. While federal aid has assisted recovery efforts, elected officials want to find a way to prevent future damage.

Despite opposition from hunters, the Pennsylvania Game Commission moved the opening date for rifle deer season from the Monday after Thanksgiving to the Saturday.

The Ferguson Township Board of Supervisors has agreed to support the State College Borough Water Authority in efforts to acquire the Rock Spring Water Company.