portable scanner advice

Hello! I've recently just invested in my first airband scanner (the Uniden UBC75XLT) for me to use when visiting my local airports and it works great and wasn't too expensive, so I'm very happy! I'm also now looking, and I'll be honest I don't know if it's even a possibility, if there is a way...

Need to replace my old portable. Live in Pawtucket RI and would like to monitor RI and South Eastern mass

My problem is the serial #. I have the Uniden BC75XLT. It was given to me, as an early Christmas present. I can see that is under the clip. But I am unable to remove the clip, and I don't want to strip the Philips head screws. So, Is there a way to find the serial # apart from the one on...

I need to replace a Pro 96 and am looking for another portable. I'm mostly listening in the 150 mhz range, which is used by the police and fire in the North Country of New Hampshire. I'm able to spend around $500. Any suggestions? Thanks.