Chicago Added to Cricket’s Milwaukee and Madison Unlimited Calling Area

February 02, 2009

Chicago Added to Cricket’s Milwaukee and Madison Unlimited Calling Area

MILWAUKEE – February 17, 2009 – Starting today, Milwaukee customers of Cricket Communications, Inc., a leading provider of unlimited wireless services, will be able to enjoy unlimited calling when in the greater Chicago area, in addition to their Milwaukee, Madison, Racine and Kenosha home calling areaall at no extra cost.

“The newly expanded Wisconsin and Illinois calling area is a great value for Cricket customers in Milwaukee, especially those who frequently travel to Chicago,” said Christopher Neatherton, district director for Cricket’s Milwaukee operations. “Whether you travel to these areas for business or pleasure, you just can’t beat our unlimited calling plans.”

Cricket has made a decision to expand its Wisconsin and Illinois market, and to combine calling areas in order to better serve its customers. “The expanded calling area will benefit regional business travelers, commuters and those who travel outside the Milwaukee area for shopping, socializing or entertainment,” said Neatherton. “We’re excited to offer this added value to our customers at no extra cost.”

Cricket’s expanded nearly 12,000 square mile footprint in the region now includes Janesville, Beloit, Rockford and the Chicagoland area, creating a virtual Wisconsin-Illinois corridor for Cricket customers.

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