1.   And in a second unscientific test, directory assistance calls placed from Rochester and within Brighton, also succeeded without exception in finding those same numbers.

2.   A directory assistance call to New Hampshire and another to New Jersey were answered immediately.

3.   But other pay phone providers sometimes farm out directory assistance calls to companies that may cover many cities and states.

4.   He also added that local directory assistance calls should not be affected by the changes.

5.   In addition to the higher rates, pay phone providers may now charge for directory assistance calls.

6.   Local phone customers in Massachusetts found some directory assistance calls taking slightly longer than usual.

7.   Some public phone operators may begin charging for directory assistance calls, which currently are free.

8.   The PUC vote does not affect directory assistance calls from pay phones.

9.   Regular phone service has not been impacted, but the strike has slowed directory assistance calls and repairs and indefinitely halted most new line requests.

10.   Regular phone service is not affected, but the strike has slowed directory assistance calls and requests for new service and repairs.