Why FIOS isn't available?

I live in Lowell, Massachusetts. I have listened and watched ads on TV about FIOS for nearly 12 years now. Every year I have called up Verizon and asked about getting FIOS and each year I get the same answer, "FIOS isn't available in your area yet." Yet, there are neighboring towns and cities that already have it. I ask, when will it be available and I get the same answer, "go to our web site and fill out the page to get a notice for when it will be available." Almost 12 years now and still nothing. FIOS still isn't available in my area, zip code 01854. Just getting the run around from Verizon again. One reason why I dropped them for my telephone and internet services.
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Chaber01854 wrote:
I live in Lowell, Massachusetts ... Every year I have called up Verizon and asked about getting FIOS and each year I get the same answer, "FIOS isn't available in your area yet." Yet, there are neighboring towns and cities that already have it ...
This is a peer-to-peer support forum where volunteer users try to help others in the same boat.  I'm sure you're already aware that the only thing you can do is maintain contact with Verizon Communications and hope for the best.  Frankly I don't think they're in expansion mode just now with respect to capital expenditure for FiOS infrastructure.  Recent press reports indicate that the emphasis now is on expanding in the wireless area rather than the "bricks and mortar" business of FiOS networks.
HUMOR ALERT
If nothing else seems to work, perhaps a novel approach is in order. Have you checked with anyone in nearby Salem MA?  It's only about 20 miles away, and there used to be a bunch over there with strange powers who could get just about anything done (for a price).
END HUMOR ALERT
Sorry, couldn't resist, and I do indeed wish you success.  I waited a long time to escape from my old cable provider, so I know your pain.

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