Press Releases
March 1, 2012
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced new hours of operation for the Kennedy Plaza Intermodal Transportation Center. Effective immediately, the plaza will close one hour earlier in an effort to conserve resources and improve efficiencies. The Kennedy Plaza Intermodal Transportation Center will be open 7 days a week and holidays from 6:00 am […]
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February 10, 2012
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) today expresses its strong opposition for the provisions in House bill H.R. 3864, the federal American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Financing Act, which would eliminate dedicated federal fuels taxes for public transit and create long-term uncertainty for public transportation funding for the first time since the Reagan administration. […]
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The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has launched their state-wide “See. Stop. Speak.” Safety and Security Awareness Program. This initiative is part of Transit Watch, a public awareness and education campaign developed by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). On February 14, 2012, RIPTA passengers can expect to find […]
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February 3, 2012
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) Board of Directors approved proposed revisions to the Bus Card Program which the Authority provides for individuals with disabilities and seniors. The proposed revisions were reviewed and approved by the Board at their January 23, 2012 meeting. The new Bus Pass Program policy will take effect on February […]
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February 1, 2012
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) and Senator Juan M. Pichardo (District 2) will hold a community meeting to present suggested improvements to bus stops along Elmwood Avenue. The Route 20/Elmwood Avenue Project is part of RIPTA’s Key Bus Route Improvement Program. These proposed improvements are scheduled to be completed by October 2013. The […]
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January 4, 2012
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) today released the 2012 Community Site Visit Schedule for the Bus Pass Program for Seniors and People with Disabilities. Every week, RIPTA’s Photo Identification staff travel to communities throughout the state to provide bus passes to qualified seniors and individuals with disabilities, who are unable to get to […]
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January 4, 2012
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced changes to its organizational structure following a meeting of the Board of Directors today. Citing budgetary shortfalls, RIPTA announced that approximately thirty (30+) non-transportation positions will be eliminated effective in early 2012. However, RIPTA CEO Charles Odimgbe stated that service needs will necessitate hiring more than twenty […]
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January 4, 2020
RIPTA works year-round to prepare for harsh winter weather. Our crews work to weatherize equipment and facilities to keep you moving when winter weather occurs. During inclement weather, check ripta.com regularly for information on service impacts and delays. During routine winter weather, including cold and moderate snow, RIPTA will operate regular schedules. In some instances, […]
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December 31, 2020
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