What this is about is saving the state substantial sums of money. It's about having others chip in to solve the $15 billion price tag for cleaning up the problem.

Pennsylvania's state-specific rule removes unfair economic barriers to preserve the marketplace for Pennsylvania's coal industry. It puts in place standards that are more protective of public health and the environment than the federal (mercury) rule.

The information we gather by this one-year study will help us work with all facets of the Carlisle and Cumberland County communities to find ways to improve the quality of air we breath.

Air pollution can be a major health threat, especially for at-risk populations and those with respiratory illness. This study will help us target improvements to clean the air, improve the environment and enhance public health.

The issues involved in controlling dangerous mercury pollution are complex. False and misleading information can have no place in the debate.

Despite recent rainfall, precipitation levels over the last two months are below normal in every corner of the commonwealth.