Press Releases
February 13, 2015
With another winter storm headed for the area this weekend, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is making necessary preparations and plans to provide its regular weekend service on Saturday, February 14, 2015 and Sunday, February 15, 2015. Blizzard conditions and slick roads are likely to result in delays or detours so passengers are […]
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February 9, 2015
As the snow piles higher this winter, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is asking municipal governments, businesses and property owners to please remember pedestrian safety by keeping sidewalks and bus stops clear. Many people rely on walking and public transit as their primary ways to get around, and without a clear path through […]
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February 8, 2015
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is planning on operating all regular service and RIde Program trips on Monday, February 9, 2015, but is advising riders to keep checking for detours and delays as a long-duration storm is expected to bring substantial snow to the state starting late Sunday. RIPTA street supervisors will continuallyi […]
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February 6, 2015
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced that six routes are on detour this morning, Friday, February 6, 2015. Accumulated snow in some areas and unplowed snow on secondary roads, make it difficult for RIPTA vehicles to travel safely. Routes 6, 27, 34, 49, 92 and 95X are currently on detour.. RIPTA will continue […]
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February 3, 2015
On Tuesday, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) elaborated on the policies and procedures it has in place regarding its security cameras at the newly-renovated Kennedy Plaza transit hub. RIPTA officials said that they are committed to balancing the need to provide sufficient security for the public while also protecting individuals’ privacy. RIPTA officials […]
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January 30, 2015
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is planning on operating all regular service and RIde trips on Monday, February 2, 2015, but is advising riders to keep checking for detours and delays as a storm is expected to bring substantial snow to the state. Updates will be posted on RIPTA’s website (www.ripta.com), Facebook (@RideRIPTA) […]
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January 27, 2015
Due to the duration of Winter Storm Juno and continuing hazardous road conditions, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will continue to suspend all service throughout Tuesday, January 27, 2015. Service will resume as soon as conditions are safe for RIPTA vehicles to travel and RIPTA will announce when service is reinstated. Authority officials […]
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January 27, 2015
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will begin restoring regular route service starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 following blizzard conditions that caused the cancellation of all service on Tuesday. The authority will focus on restoring service where roads are safe and passable, but even then some routes may face detours […]
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In anticipation of blizzard conditions, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will suspend all service effective 5 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2015. Service will be reinstated as soon as conditions are safe for RIPTA vehicles to travel. RIPTA will announce when service is reinstated. RIPTA passengers should anticipate delays on all routes before […]
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