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RIPTA @ripta.com · 2h

#RiderOfTheWeek Stuart feels at home using transit to explore his new life in #RhodeIsland. Growing up in New York City, he didn't learn to drive until age 30 - and that's how he likes it! He traded in his keys for a bus pass which he uses to get to work and favorite restaurants.

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 4d

Hi there, thanks for letting us know. Can you let us know what time and date this occurred on?

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 5d

Hi Mel, thanks for letting us know. We're sorry to hear about your experience and will share these messages with our team.

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 5d

RIPTA will run a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day, Monday, October 13, 2025. All RIPTA Offices, except for the Customer Service Kiosk in the Newport Transportation Center, will be closed. Click here for details: bit.ly/3IYFDTr

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 5d

Thanks for letting us know, we will look into this on our end.

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Andy Nosal @2feet2bucks.com · 14d

This author, on a previous visit to Providence, was big inspiration for my 2 feet 2 bucks project: To find, map and promote the most charming transit accessible places to walk in #RhodeIsland

Jonathon Stalls @jonathonstalls.bsky.social · 14d

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 5d

RIPTA #RiderOfTheWeek Devin rides the bus from Central Falls to downtown Providence, where he runs errands like repairing his glasses and getting a haircut at Urban Fellow. 🚌 His tip for new riders? Thank your driver when you exit the bus!

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Drive Less RI @drivelessri.bsky.social · 7d

We're kicking off our year-long Drive Less RI Challenge with a $50 gift card giveaway to Frog and Toad! 🎁 Enter to win by logging your bike trips, bus rides, train travel, carpools, and walks in the Drive Less RI app. Tune in this Saturday for the winner + next week's prize drop!

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Drive Less RI @drivelessri.bsky.social · 6d

Earn rewards by switching your commute from car to bike, bus, train, walk, or carpool! ✅ Log your green trips to earn discounts, track your emissions saved, and win weekly prizes with Drive Less RI, the new transit + rewards app from @ripta.com. Learn more at DriveLessRI.com.

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 8d

Comments like this make our day! 🚌

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 8d

Thanks for letting us know. We will send this feedback to our team.

RIPTA @ripta.com · 11d

RIPTA is upgrading four bus shelters with benches, bike racks, and more in Pawtucket. Starting Monday Oct. 6, 2025, three bus stops on Exchange St. and one bus stop on Goff Ave. will be temporarily relocated to the stops listed on this map: bit.ly/4pUpWxc.

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 11d

For more stories like this, follow @americawalks.bsky.social as they promote their nationwide Week Without Driving by sharing perspectives on what life is like for folks who walk, ride, or roll to get to school, work, and beyond. Learn more at weekwithoutdriving.org.

Week Without Driving

Sep 29th – Oct 5th, 2025 - An experience created for everyone to learn firsthand about barriers and challenges for nondrivers. Join, support, or become a host.

weekwithoutdriving.org

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 11d

What's life like without a car in Rhode Island? Just ask Markus! Whether he's commuting to work, checking out a new restaurant, or thrifting at his go-to spots, this former car-owner relies on RIPTA service to get him everywhere he wants to go. Happy #WeekWithoutDriving, Markus!

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 12d

Thanks for letting us know. Can you give us more details about the location of the bus stop?

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 13d

Looking for more stories like Zachary's? Each year,
@americawalks.bsky.social promotes a nationwide #WeekWithoutDriving to encourage folks to give up their cars for a week as a way to experience how people who don't drive navigate life without a car. Learn more at weekwithoutdriving.org.

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 13d

Meet Zachary, your #RiderOfTheWeek! This Johnston native uses RIPTA's RIde paratransit program to attend meetings for disability rights and transit advocacy groups. When he's not busy advocating for others, he takes RIde to the movies, restaurants, and to hang out with friends and family.

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 13d

Thanks for your question, can you DM us with more details about what you would be interested in using it for?

RIPTA @ripta.com · 13d

Thanks for your interest in being a Bus Buddy, we'd love to open up the program to volunteers in the future!

RIPTA @ripta.com · 13d

We're sorry to hear this happened, thank you for the details we will pass this along to our team so we can look into this.

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Kenny Uong @kennyuong.bsky.social · 13d

Happy Week Without Driving from Southern New England! 🚌

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Kenny Uong @kennyuong.bsky.social · 13d

Heading from Providence, RI to Fall River, MA on @RIPTA.com Route 24L 🚌🌊🏙️

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 15d

Thanks for your comment. Yes, riding the bus may require a multi-modal commute - whether that means walking, biking, or using an e-scooter.

RIPTA @ripta.com · 15d

We're sorry to hear that. RIPTA is prioritizing roadway safety through the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program. We secured federal funding for 31 municipalities statewide to put towards the development of tailored Safety Action Plans. To learn more, visit www.ripta.com/safestreets/

Safe Streets for All

Rhode Island Safe Streets for All Safety is a serious concern for everyone traveling in Rhode Island. Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Safe

www.ripta.com

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RIPTA @ripta.com · 18d

Rack it, ride it, bike it - there's no wrong way to get around during the #WeekWithoutDriving! Visit RIPTA.com/Bike for tips on how to get around RI on two wheels, and follow @americawalks.bsky.social to learn about this nationwide event highlighting the lives of car-free Americans.

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