Press Releases
September 2, 2024
Newport Ferry Shuttle Will Switch to Fall Schedule On Tuesday, September 3, 2024 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will run a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. All RIPTA offices, except for the Newport Transportation Center, will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in recognition […]
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August 23, 2024
Travel On Your Terms with RIPTA’s Innovative Flex On Demand Mobile App Starting Monday, August 26, 2024 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will debut a new microtransit pilot program starting Monday, August 26, 2024. The pilot, called Flex On Demand, is designed to revolutionize how Rhode Islanders experience public transit. This innovative service […]
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August 5, 2024
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is proud to announce the success of its first annual Christmas in July Food Drive, an initiative that brought together its dedicated employees to help alleviate hunger for families and individuals across the state. RIPTA’s effort comes at a crucial time, with children losing access to school meals […]
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August 12, 2024
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will run a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Monday, August 12, 2024, in observance of Victory Day, an official state holiday. The Sunday/Holiday schedule will apply to all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys. All RIPTA offices, except for the Customer Service Kiosk at the Newport Transportation Center, will be […]
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July 26, 2024
Federal grant award will support renovation of 102-year-old maintenance facility The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) gathered today with members of Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation, local elected officials, and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) to celebrate a $7.4 million Buses & Bus Facilities grant award. The grant award will be used for the rehabilitation […]
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July 5, 2024
Call Center Will Now Be Open on Weekends Starting Saturday, July 6, 2024 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is pleased to announce the expansion of its Customer Service Call Center hours. Beginning Saturday, July 6, 2024, the Call Center will now be open on weekends to better serve its passengers. The new hours […]
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July 2, 2024
In-Line Charging Station Will Power State’s First Fully Electric Bus Fleet Members of the State’s Congressional delegation, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), municipal leaders, Rhode Island Energy and the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) gathered today to celebrate the completion of construction on Rhode Island’s first electric bus in-line charging station. This cutting-edge charging […]
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July 1, 2024
Survey Results Will Guide Safe Streets Action Plans for 32 Cities and Towns Across Rhode Island The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is launching a summer-long public engagement campaign for its RI Safe Streets for All (SS4A) project. As part of this project, RIPTA is conducting a statewide survey to collect input and feedback […]
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