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The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority will operate all fixed-route bus service on a Sunday/holiday schedule on New Year’s Day.

All RIPTA offices will be closed Thursday, and flex services will not be available.

The RIde paratransit program will operate on a holiday schedule. The reservation line will not be staffed, but passengers can leave a detailed voicemail to reserve trips for the following day.

RIde does not provide standing order trips on RIPTA holidays. Passengers needing transportation on New Year’s Day should call the reservation line at 401-461-9760 before the holiday to schedule a trip.

For more information on schedules or other RIPTA services, call 401-781-9400 or visit ripta.com.

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