🗓️ March 27, 2023 - Ridership on the R-Line increases 40% The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced results from the first six months of the R-Line Fare-Free Pilot Program today. From September 2022 through February 2023, ridership on the R-Line was 40% higher than a year ago.

🗓️ March 29, 2023 - Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) Chief Executive Officer Scott Avedisian and Providence Mayor Brett Smiley announced additional resources to increase the presence of Providence Police officers and Downtown Improvement District (DID) safety ambassadors, dedicated to keeping Downtown safe and welcoming for all individuals.

🗓️ May 29, 2023 - The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will run a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Monday, May 29, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day. The Sunday/Holiday schedule will apply to all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys. RIPTA Offices All RIPTA offices will be closed on Memorial Day.

🗓️ May 1, 2023 - Hearings Scheduled for Monday, May 8 and Wednesday, May 10 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will hold public hearings on proposed service changes to Route 14 (West Bay) and 282 Flex (Pascoag/Slatersville). RIPTA is proposing to deviate­ Route 14 to serve the Wickford Junction Train Station and to extend 282 Flex Service to

🗓️ April 28, 2023 - Bike to work, track your trips and win cool prizes with Commuter Bike Challenge, May 1 – 31, 2023 In recognition of National Bike Month, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority’s (RIPTA) Commuter Resource RI team is launching a “Let’s Ride RI” Commuter Bike Challenge beginning on Monday, May 1 and ending on Wednesday, May

🗓️ May 11, 2023 - ADA Paratransit Service Also Expands to Foster Last month, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) began serving the rural town of Foster. Route 10X (North Scituate Park-N-Ride) has been extended to serve a new Park-N-Ride lot in Foster, located across from the Foster Police Department on 182 Howard Hill Road.

🗓️ May 16, 2023 - Passengers at the New Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center Can Now Board Buses for Free with Wave The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced today the extension of its year-long “Ride Free Central Falls” pilot program through August 1, 2023. The program, which launched in March 2022, is testing the effectiveness of using geofencing technology

🗓️ May 25, 2023 - With summer just around the corner, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority announced the return of the popular free “Hop-On Hop-Off” bus service promotion in Newport beginning Friday, May 26, 2023. The free service, funded by Discover Newport and the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island, offers transportation around Newport to tourist destinations and beaches.

🗓️ June 14, 2023 - Major Changes Include Seasonal Service Startups and Service Expansion Kennedy Plaza Ticket Window Will Reopen on Monday Providence, Rhode Island, June 14, 2023… The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will implement summer service changes effective Saturday, June 17, 2023. RIPTA makes regular service adjustments three times a year in response to seasonal changes and/or passenger

🗓️ July 4, 2023 - RIPTA to Detour Route 60 (Providence/Newport) to Accommodate Bristol Fourth of July Parade The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will run a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of the Fourth of July. The Sunday/Holiday schedule will apply to all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys.