PERRY —
A nuclear power plant alongside Lake Erie can expect continued heightened scrutiny by federal regulators this year.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission told the Perry nuclear power plant operator FirstEnergy Corp. in a Dec. 28 letter that it will do a return safety inspection this year at some point.
The commission says the NRC staff has concluded the plant hasn’t adequately addressed safety concerns.
Two years ago the commission increased inspections at the plant after four contractors were exposed to radiation.
Akron-based FirstEnergy said the highest radiation exposure to any worker was the equivalent of two or three chest X-rays. Spokes-woman Jennifer Young said the plant has operated without similar issues since a 2012 NRC inspection.
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Ashtabula Brass Band presents free concert tonight
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Physicals today for Lakeside student-athletes
Any Lakeside High School or Lakeside Junior High School student-athletes who needs a physical can get one today during school hours.
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Woman charged after stabbing boyfriend in arm
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City to host Tire Amnesty Day June 1
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Final count begins for special election
The official outcome of the May 7 special election should be known by the end of the week.
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White Turkey moving on without its beloved owner
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Bob Evans employee may face fraud charges
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Kids injured in fire
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Road closings
ASHTABULA TOWNSHIP — Sill Road will be closed for railroad repair at the CSX Railroad crossing between Middle Road and Route 20 Wednesday through May 28.
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Area motorcycle riders receive blessing for safe riding season
More than 20 are motorcycle riders received a blessing, Sunday, for a safe riding season.
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