The Saratogian

518 area code faces possible split

ALBANY >> Numbers are supposed to be infinite, but when it comes to the 518 area code, we’re running low. The state Department of Public Service announced recently it will hold public statement ...
Times Union

New 838 area code joins the 518 this month

The 518 era is dialing down as the new 838 code for the Capital Region is phased in this month. Starting March 18 and ending Aug. 19, customers can dial either seven or 10 digits (the area code plus ...
The Daily Gazette

New area code seen for the ‘518’

The 518 area code long associated with the Capital Region and upper Hudson Valley may be changing in the next couple of years. A series of public hearings will be held over the next two weeks by the ...
WTEN

Public comment sought on possible new area code in the 518 region

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – The New York State Public Service Commission is holding public hearings on a possible new area code in the 518 region. According to the Commission, new area codes are given in ...