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  • MIDTEL Joins to Acquire Proline Telecommunications Construction

    June 29, 2021

    Subsidiaries of the Delhi Telephone Company, Margaretville Telephone Company, and The Middleburgh Telephone Company have partnered to purchase Proline CATV & Construction. The three companies have a storied history of working together for over 100 years and over multiple generations of family leadership. In honor of Proline CATV & Construction and their proud history of quality and great service, […]

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  • Don’t miss NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

    June 22, 2021

    Experience every moment of NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games!  Join us July 23 – August 8, 2021 at home or on the go with MIDTEL. Tune-in to NBCUniversal’s coverage for MIDTEL customers at the following channels: Standard Definition: 103 – NBC 178 – NBC Sports 181 – USA Network 205 – CNBC […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Update 6/11/2021

    June 9, 2021

    NY COVID-19 State of Emergency and The Services We Provide. New laws have been established in New York impacting the services we provide to you. This law was enacted in response to the state of emergency declared by Governor Cuomo concerning the COVID-19 pandemic. This law applies to our residential and small business customers*.   […]

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  • Free HBO & CINEMAX Preview: 6/17 – 6/21

    June 8, 2021

    Experience the variety of original series, hit movies, and more on MIDTEL’s free preview of HBO and CINEMAX premium channels from Thursday, June 17th through Monday, June 21st.  HBO and CINEMAX will be available for MIDTEL customers to preview during that time on the following channels: HBO: 300 – HBO 301 – HBO 2 302 – HBO […]

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  • WXXA Channel Outage 6/9/21

    June 8, 2021

    Attention MIDTEL Cable TV Customers On Wednesday, June 9th WXXA engineers will be working on their transmitter to complete a required update, and this will require a shut down of the transmitter for a period of time for the safety of the tower crews performing the upgrade. The channels that will be off during this […]

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  • Emergency Broadband Benefit Program – Keeping you Connected During the Pandemic

    May 12, 2021

    MIDTEL is participating in the FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) Program that launched today, May 12, 2021.  The EBB Program was developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to help financially impacted households stay connected.  Qualified households can receive up to $50 per month towards their Broadband service. Who Is Eligible for the Emergency Broadband […]

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  • MIDTEL Completes Successful AMC Networks Negotiation

    May 1, 2021

    We have concluded our successful negotiations with AMC Networks. MIDTEL has been working hard to give you the services you want at the best value possible, please continue to enjoy AMC Networks, including AMC, WE tv, Sundance, IFC and BBC America.  

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  • MIDTEL supports Congressman Delgado’s bill to improve broadband mapping issues

    April 9, 2021

    Congressman Antonio Delgado has introduced a new bill to help address broadband mapping issues and help bring broadband service to more areas.  This would allow local providers and local communities to dispute the findings or outcomes of the broadband mapping used to secure funding for unserved areas. MIDTEL is in support of this bill and […]

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  • Farmers to Families program comes to Middleburgh

    March 25, 2021

    On March 23, 2021 the USDA Farmers to Families program came to the Village of Middleburgh with the distribution of over 1,200 food boxes as part of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. MIDTEL staff assisted in handing out 25-pound boxes of fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy products to our community.  The Farmers to Families […]

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  • Spring Sun Outage Alert

    February 26, 2021

    Notice to MIDTEL Cable TV Subscribers Beginning on March 1st and continuing through March 8th, all satellite delivered TV signals will be disrupted for a short period of time between 1:00 and 5:00 PM. Each channel will be affected for 1 to 7 minutes as the sun moves across the horizon. This is a naturally […]

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  • Get TV replaced with COZI TV

    February 2, 2021

    Attention MIDTEL Cable TV customers: We have just been informed that Get TV – Channel 196 has been switched to COZI TV, effective February 1st. COZI TV delivers a 24-hour line-up of TV’s all-time best shows and pop culture favorites. COZI TV’s iconic sitcoms include Frasier, Roseanne, The Office, Will & Grace and The Nanny. […]

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  • Holiday Spirit 2020

    December 16, 2020

    ‘Tis the season as MIDTEL employees get into the holiday spirit hanging candles along Middleburgh’s Main Street today. Happy Holidays from our team!              

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  • Fall Sun Outage Alert

    September 28, 2020

    Notice to MIDTEL Cable TV Subscribers Beginning on October 2nd and continuing through October 12th, all satellite delivered TV signals will be disrupted for a short period of time between 1:00 and 5:00 PM. Each channel will be affected for 1 to 7 minutes as the sun moves across the horizon. This is a naturally […]

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  • NFL RedZone Preview 9/3-9/13

    September 2, 2020

    The NFL Network is offering a Free Preview of the RedZone channel beginning Thursday, September 3rd until Sunday, September 13th. NFL RedZone will be available for MIDTEL customers to preview during that time on Channel 248 and Channel 848 in HD.  Analog customers with a Digital TV will also be able to scan and receive […]

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  • MIDTEL Fraud Alert – Voice & Email Phishing Scams

    August 18, 2020

    Fellow MIDTEL customers have reported fraudulent Callers trying to trick you into sharing your credit card, debit card or even social security number to commit identity theft. MIDTEL will not call you or email you to provide or verify your Credit Card, Debit Card, ATM PIN or Social Security numbers. MIDTEL will never ‘call you’ […]

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  • Email Scam Circulating

    August 4, 2020

    There is a scam email circulating appearing to come from MIDTEL.  See the sample below.  Please note, this email is not from MIDTEL.  We do not email asking you to make account password changes.  Should you receive this email, please just delete it. 

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  • 2020 ITPA Scholarships awardees

    July 2, 2020

    MIDTEL announces that Megan Becker and Claire Nardone have been selected as recipients of this year’s the Empire State Chapter ITPA Independent Telephone Pioneer Association’s Scholarship Award of $750.  MIDTEL has also matched the ITPA award with an additional $750 for both Megan and Claire.   Megan is the daughter of MIDTEL President Jim Becker.  […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 6/12/20

    June 12, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 6/5/20

    June 5, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 5/22/20

    May 22, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 5/15/20

    May 15, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 5/8/20

    May 8, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 5/1/20

    May 1, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 4/17/20

    April 17, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL recently equipped the Summit Town Hall with free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations […]

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  • MIDTEL Announces Free WiFi Locations

    April 10, 2020

    We understand that high-speed internet access is critical for online learning and work from home situations, and MIDTEL wants to help.  We have partnered with municipalities and community partners to offer Free WiFi access at various locations throughout our service territory. Please remember to always practice social distancing while using the Community WiFi by remaining […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 4/10/20

    April 10, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is providing free Wi-Fi in partnership with municipalities and community partners for various locations throughout our service territory. Please […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 4/03/20

    April 3, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is working on a free public Wi-Fi plan for various locations throughout our service territory.  Once we have approval […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates – 3/27/20

    March 27, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. MIDTEL is working on a free public Wi-Fi plan for various locations throughout our service territory.  Once we have approval […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates 3/20/20

    March 20, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to continuing to provide the most reliable and robust communications services to our customers.  We are considered an Essential Service and will continue to operate under the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. Due to the current and evolving Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, the following changes will remain in effect: Business Operations The Business Office […]

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  • MIDTEL Coronavirus Updates

    March 13, 2020

    MIDTEL is committed to providing the most reliable communications services to our customers.  However, in light of the current Coronavirus pandemic, the way in which we interact with our customers will have to change.  Effective immediately, the following changes will be in place: Business Operations Due to the Coronavirus being classified as a Pandemic and […]

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  • Fox Negotiations

    December 27, 2019

    UPDATE:  The Fox agreement has been successfully renewed.  There will be no blackout of channels.   Attention all MIDTEL TV customers: The following channels are part of an agreement with Fox that expires 12/31/2019. Channel 271/871–Fox Soccer Plus Channel 268/868—Fox Sports 2 Channel 269/869—Fox Sports 1 Channel 202/802—Fox Business Network Channel 206/806—Fox News Channel The […]

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  • Channels Removed from Lineup January 2020

    December 27, 2019

    Attention MIDTEL Cable TV Customers: The Tennis Channel will be eliminating the Standard Definition Channel (266) as of 1/1/20.  HD Channel 866 will be available. CBS Sports network will be discontinuing their Standard Definition feed (Channel 256) on 12/31/2019.  HD Channel 856 will be available. Music Choice will be eliminating the Music Choice Play Channel […]

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  • Office Closed 9/11/19 AM

    September 10, 2019

    Please note that MIDTEL’s Business Office will be CLOSED the morning of Wednesday, September 11, 2019 for staff training.  We will reopen at 12:00 pm.  Our 24 hour help desk will be available by calling 518.296.4357.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

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  • Office Closed July 9, 2019

    June 28, 2019

    MIDTEL will be Closed on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 while we move the Business Office back to our 103 Cliff Street location.  We will be open at 103 Cliff Street Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 8:30 AM.

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  • STATE CONSUMER PROTECTION WARNS OF ONE-RING INTERNATIONAL PHONE SCAMS

    June 3, 2019

    NYS DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION WARNS ABOUT “WANGIRI” AND ONE-RING INTERNATIONAL PHONE CALL SCAMS Get an international call that only rings once then disconnects? It’s probably a scam. The New York State Division of Consumer Protection is alerting consumers to a “wangiri” (Japanese for “one cut”) or one-ring phone scam in which an unsuspecting individual’s […]

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  • Heroes & Icons Channel Replaced with start TV

    May 30, 2019

    Attention MIDTEL Cable TV Customers:  On June 1st, WNYT will be replacing the Heroes & Icons Channel (MIDTEL Channel # 117) with a new channel called start TV. This channel focuses on dramas, police and legal procedures from the 1980’s to the 2000’s. This change is being done by WNYT and we have no control over […]

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  • Notice: Office Closure 5-31-19

    May 30, 2019

    Please note:  The MIDTEL offices will be closed Friday, May 31st from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM due to the passing of a MIDTEL family member, colleague, and faithful friend Bruce Becker.

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  • Motorola Set-top Box Update

    May 14, 2019

    Notice:  On Thursday May 16th between the hours of 2:00 am and 4:00 am MIDTEL will be updating all Motorola set-top boxes.  During the maintenance window you may not be able to watch TV. This update is necessary for us to continue providing quality services to you, we apologize for any inconvenience.

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  • Missing Channels?

    April 15, 2019

    Missing channels 52-59 on your analog TV? We have added 25 new HD channels to our lineup, which involved converting some of our analog channels over to digital format to make room for the new channels.  Expanded basic channels 52-59 have now been converted to digital.  If you have a flat screen TV, you will […]

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  • MIDTEL Holiday Hours

    December 18, 2018

    Please note MIDTEL’s holiday hours:  We will be closed Christmas Eve , December 24 and Christmas Day, December 25, 2018.  Should you need immediate assistance, our 24 hour help desk is available at 518-296-4357.

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  • MIDTEL gets into the holiday spirit

    December 18, 2018

    In preparation for Middleburgh’s Annual Miracle on Main Street event and the holiday season, MIDTEL employees got in the holiday spirit while out hanging candles along Middleburgh’s Main Street.

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  • MIDTEL sits on Rural Prosperity Forum Panel

    May 1, 2018

    Recently, MIDTEL was invited to sit on a Rural Prosperity Forum panel at Hartwick College in Oneonta to discuss rural New York infrastructure needs with community members. MIDTEL Vice President/GM, Jason Becker, joined local officials, community leaders, NY USDA Rural Development Assistant to the Secretary Anne Hazlitt, and US Representative John Faso at the roundtable […]

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  • MIDTEL continues Fiber expansion with Phase 3 Grant Award

    March 29, 2018

    MIDTEL has been awarded an additional $2.3 million in grant funding with the third and final phase of the New NY Broadband Program.  An additional $579,527 of MIDTEL private investment brings the 3rd round total to nearly $2.9 million. Previously, MIDTEL was awarded Phase 1 and Phase 2 New NY Broadband Program grants for a […]

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  • MIDTEL Awarded Service Commendation by NY PSC

    July 13, 2017

    For over 20 consecutive years, MIDTEL and its employees have been commended by the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) for providing high quality telephone service, and tht commendation continued in 2016.

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  • MIDTEL Employee’s Daughter Awarded Scholarship

    July 1, 2017

    MIDTEL has announced that Katherine Nardone of Loudonville, NY has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Empire State Chapter ITPA Independent Telephone Pioneer Association’s Scholarship Award of $750. MIDTEL has also matched the ITPA award with an additional $750 for Katie. Katie is the daughter of MIDTEL employee Rick Nardone. A recent graduate […]

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  • Middleburgh Telephone and Newport Telephone Join Forces

    June 1, 2017

    Middleburgh, NY (February 10, 2017) – They say that history repeats itself and that appears to be the case at The Middleburgh Telephone Company (MIDTEL). Nearly 50 years since its last acquisition, MIDTEL repeats history with the announcement of its purchase of The Newport Telephone Company (NTCNet) located in Newport, NY. MIDTEL is no stranger […]

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  • Area Code Overlay Approved for the New York 518 Area Code

    December 23, 2016

    To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, the new 838 area code will be added to the area served by 518. This is known as an area code overlay. Get ready to change the way you dial your calls made within the 518 area code! What is an area code overlay? An overlay is […]

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  • MIDTEL Wins $5.5M Rural Broadband Grant

    November 7, 2016

    On August 3rd 2016, in a live press announcement by Governor Cuomo and NYS Public Service Commission Chairwoman Zibelman, MIDTEL was awarded a $5.5M grant under the New NY Broadband Grant Program. The $6.9M overall project, which includes MIDTEL’s $1.4M private investment, will bring fiber optic based broadband services with up to 1Gbps in speed […]

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