Bedford County Launches Countywide Broadband Initiative

The Bedford County Commissioners, in partnership with Alleghenies Broadband, Inc. (ABI), held an event to officially launch their countywide broadband initiative, Speed Zone. The effort includes the expansion of internet services to unserved and underserved areas throughout Bedford County and will follow a fluid master plan that identifies projects through 2023.

Household and business access to high-speed internet a top priority, according to commissioners Barry Dallara, Deb Baughman and Alan Frederick. In collaboration with ABI, the commissioners have made a commitment to do whatever is neces...