The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority proposed service reductions to nearly all of its bus routes on Thursday as it tries to balance a budget deficit. The proposed cuts, which are laid out in detail on RIPTA’s website, would affect 58 routes total, 17 of which would be eliminated entirely. In an interview after announcing […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Politics/Media Roundup For November 15
Question of the Week: How does ill will in the body politic affect important policy issues? Read on for more on that, and thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we go. 1) We’re […]
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Pawtucket Officials, Residents Debate Merits Of Bus Hub Relocation
A new commuter rail station could be the key to a more vibrant Pawtucket. But the project plan involves moving the city’s bus hub from its current downtown location, which has raised some concerns for residents. That’s what we heard through The Bubbler, our people-powered journalism initiative.
