As communications across the region remained severed for many, local radio outlets became a lifeline for locals in dire need ...
the voices on the radio became a lifeline for locals in dire need of reliable information; sharing updates on road closures; opening the phone lines to anyone with working wireless or landline ...
The deal would provide a loan to Dish parent EchoStar Communications and also prompt the departure of AT&T from its ownership ...
For instance, someone based in Los Angeles who has a cell phone number with a New York area code would be routed to a crisis ...