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January 2, 2014
In anticipation of the winter storm, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is urging passengers to sign up for electronic News Updates at http://www.ripta.com/detours-news; RIPTA will e-mail system disruption notices to passengers on this distribution list. Passengers are strongly advised to monitor news reports, check http://www.ripta.com and RIPTA’s social media outlets (Facebook @RideRIPTA ,Twitter @RIPTA_RI) for service advisory updates. Customers […]
Learn moreJanuary 2, 2014
The Providence Bruins announced today that Liberty Tax and RIPTA will be hosting a “Stuff The Bus” Coat Drive at their home game on Friday, January 24 to benefit the Providence Corps of the Salvation Army. Coat collections will begin on Thursday, January 2 at participating Liberty Tax offices in Providence, Woonsocket, East Providence, Middletown, […]
Learn moreDecember 30, 2013
Winter Service Changes Leaflet Effective January 18, 2014 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will implement winter service changes effective Saturday, January 18, 2014. RIPTA makes regular service adjustments three times a year in response to seasonal changes and/or passenger use. These winter service changes are part of the second phase of RIPTA’s implementation of […]
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December 18, 2013
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will operate all fixed-route services on a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Monday, January 20, 2014 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Also on Monday, Flex Services will not be available, except for Route 210 (Kingston Flex Service), which will run on the Sunday schedule. RIPTA offices, […]
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December 15, 2013
#87 line to Fairmount—no service due to untreated roads. Trips unable to run—6:41a.m.o/b—6:50a.m.i/b (Memorial & Bourdon). No loss of service to Price Rite Diamond Hill Plaza. UPDATE (8:40am): Just resumed regular service.
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December 2, 2013
For the third year, PMG Charities is hosting a FREE festive holiday meal for Rhode Islanders in need. On Saturday, December 14th, from noon to 4 PM, organizers hope that 2,000 people will enjoy a free meal at the RI Convention Center along with holiday music, cookies, a coffee station, and snacks. Gift bags filled with […]
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December 2, 2013
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is partnering with the Providence Bruins, WBRU, and Public Kitchen & Bar for the 2nd Annual Fill A Bus Toy Drive to benefit the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The public is invited to help Fill A Bus on Friday, December 6, 2013 from […]
Learn moreRIPTA to Run Holiday Service Schedule On Wednesday, December 25, 2013 and Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Press Releases
December 2, 2013
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will operate all regular fixed-route bus service on a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 in observance of Christmas Day and Wednesday, January 1, 2014 in observance of New Year’s Day. The following service changes will also occur for both holidays: Flex Services, including Rte. 210 Kingston […]
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November 27, 2013
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will honor Rosa Parks an African American woman who refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus. Sunday, December 1, 2013, marks the 58th anniversary of her act of courage and civil disobedience on a Montgomery, Alabama bus. This year marks Rosa Parks’ centennial birthday; the […]
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