Frontier Communications Expands Broadband Internet Service in Champaign, Ford and Vermilion Counties Network Expansion Brings Additional Connectivity

Frontier Communications
Published: August 14, 2014

Rantoul, Ill., August 14, 2014 - Frontier Communications (NASDAQ: FTR) has
made advanced broadband technology and faster Internet speeds available to
hundreds of additional residences and businesses in the communities of
Armstrong, Bondville, Broadlands, Buckley, Christman, Cissna Park,
Collison, Elliott, Fisher, Flatville, Foosland, Gifford, Homer, Hoopeston,
Loda, Ludlow, Millford, Ogden, Paxton, Penfield, Pesotum, Philo,
Rossville, Royal, Sadorus, Sidell, Sidney, Thomasboro, Tolono and Villa
Grove.

"As we continue to invest in our broadband network, residential and
business customers now have better access to the Internet speeds they
want," said Chris Kaler, general manager for Frontier. "Frontier's
enhanced network now offers Internet speeds up to 15 Mbps for residents
and up to 40 Mbps for small businesses. Metro-E solutions include
next-generation Internet access and wide area networking with symmetrical
speed options up to 10 Gbps."

Kaler added, "We remain committed to expanding and strengthening our
network in communities across Illinois, providing residents with access to
new opportunities in distance learning, telemedicine, telecommuting and
employment,"

Customers can bundle broadband Internet service with telephone and
television services and realize substantial savings. Residential and
business customers ordering Frontier Internet for the first time can start
at just $19.99 per month with a qualifying phone service; the no-contract
offer includes a two-year price guarantee for Internet service. Local
residents are encouraged to contact Frontier toll-free at 1-800-921-8101
and businesses to call 1-800-921-8102 to determine if they are eligible
for Frontier Internet and faster broadband speeds.

Frontier has steadily expanded broadband service across Illinois during
the last few years, investing more than $200 million of shareholder
dollars into the network. All Frontier products and services offer
24/7/365 support from a 100% U.S.-based workforce.

"Frontier appreciates the opportunity to provide communications services
to the residents and businesses of the Rantoul area," said Kaler. "We look
forward to our continuing partnership and are proud to help make this a
great place to live and work."