NEW YORK -- Parts of Long Island could soon see a new area code and 10-digit dialing as the existing supply of telephone numbers quickly dwindles. A state agency this week proposed splitting up ...

State officials previously approved the creation of a new area code because 631 is running out of numbers. All existing numbers in Suffolk will keep their 631 area code, while any new numbers will be ...

With assignable phone numbers carrying the 631 area code projected to be depleted by early 2016, the state Public Service Commission is planning four public statement hearings July 15 and 16 in ...

For more than 70 years, 516 has been the only area code assigned to Nassau County. Soon, callers will have a new trio of numbers to learn: 363. Phone service carriers can begin assigning 363 to the ...

State officials approved the move today because the 631 area code is running out of numbers. Officials haven't said what the new area code will be, but it will be put into effect toward the end of ...