Originally Posted Thursday, September 20, 2012

There may be a shortage of phone numbers in the 8-1-2 area code pretty soon.. The North American Numbering Plan Commission has brought a petition for area code relief. A spokesperson says population growth, and the demand for new services have all contributed to the number shortage in the 8-1-2 area code.

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